[2] After graduating from the university's school of music in brass instruments, Heitman continued his involvement with the Daddies, recording on every one of their albums to date and remaining the band's only constant member alongside Perry.
Dana also plays trumpet for the nationally acclaimed University of Oregon Gospel Music Program.
[4][5] According to the Daddies' 1994 press bio, from a standing position, Heitman can jump up and kick the doorjamb of a Ford truck twice with each foot without spilling his drink.
[1] On September 9, 2017, the Daddies announced via their Facebook page that Heitman had developed a serious infection which threatened the loss of his leg.
The following day, the band updated that Heitman had undergone surgery for tissue removal but still required extensive treatment.