Dan Storper
May 20th, 1951 - May 22nd, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Putumayo founder, Dan Storper, passed away peacefully on the morning of May 22, just two days after his 74th birthday. He had been battling pancreatic cancer and was in New Orleans, surrounded by family.
Dan was a visionary who shared his passion for music and cultural diversity with the world, helping to make it a better place. He touched the lives of so many people, and those who knew him will remember him as a good soul with a kind heart, a positive spirit, and a great sense of humor. He will be deeply missed.
Join us in celebrating the life of Dan and the legacy he created through Putumayo. At the bottom of the page, we have a comment section open for personal recollections, a message to the family or a few words to the Putumayo team. This is the place to share a favorite memory, funny anecdote, or touching story that captures Dan’s energy, humor and passion for life.
The Putumayo team and Storper family will monitor this page. Thank you in advance for taking the time to express your condolences and cherished memories.
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