Denny Head, 81, Kasson
Denny Lee Head (Papa), 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 27, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester.
Denny was born on Jan. 23, 1945, to Howard and Josephine (Cady) Head in Rochester. He attended Kasson-Mantorville Schools, where he excelled in football and wrestling, and met his high school sweetheart, Donna (Fjerstad) Head. They were married on Dec. 6, 1963, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Kasson.
Denny valued hard work. He loved farming and working with his hands. He spent more than 40 years as a machinist and laborer in the cement block business. He was a dedicated member of the Kasson Volunteer Fire Department for 26 years, where he proudly served many years as fire chief. He enjoyed outdoor activities including snowmobiling, fishing, deer hunting, camping, gardening but most importantly, golf. He lived for being on the “greens,” even working at Zumbro Valley Golf Course as a greens keeper after his retirement. He loved puzzles, cards and games, bowling, bean bags, and most of all, watching Minnesota and local sports. He dedicated his life to supporting his friends and family.
He is survived by his two sons, Dan (Linda) Head and Dane (Natalie) Head; two daughters, Darby (Tracy) Euler and Dena (Brett) Keefe; 14 grandchildren, Emily (Kate), Kate (Taylor), Dalton, Tayler (Adriana), Danielle (Brady), Darian (Abby), Courtney, Catelyn, Christopher, Dakota (Tyler), Nick (Kate), Jon (Tia), Kendra (Brandon), and Isaac; 13 great-grandchildren, Asher, Jaelynn, Drayah, Atticus, Dawsyn, Scottie, Baby Moorman, Nixon, Noah, Onyx, Waylon, Wyatt, and Cecilia; and one brother, Al (Marie); sisters-in-law, Ruth and Linda.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Donna; daughter, Dana Lynn; parents; brothers, Bob, Les (Janet), Mike; nephew, Colby; niece Dana; and great-nephew, Lyle.
A funeral service will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 301 8th Ave NW in Kasson, on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, at 2 p.m., with visitation one hour prior to his service at the church. The burial will be held in Maple Grove Cemetery in Kasson. Immediately following the funeral, a meal will be provided at the church.
To share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com, Czaplewski Family Funeral Homes, 801 7th St. SE Kasson, MN 55940 (507) 634-6510. Blessed be his memory.