Daniel Hatt

BIDDEFORD – Daniel was born in Pictou, Nova Scotia on June 5, 1973, the son of Delbert Hatt and Jacqueline Hayes Hatt

After graduating Pictou Academy, Daniel attended Acadia University and earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology. Dan completed his master’s degree in Human Growth and Development at Laurentian University.

In 2000 Daniel came to the U.S. for work. While in Skowhegan he met the love of his life, Coleen Whitehurst. They married in 2002 and welcomed their first child, Coley Hughes in 2003, the family established their loving home in Biddeford. In 2005, they welcomed their first daughter, Rebecca Grace.

The family enjoyed Sunday dinners at the lake with Papa and Grandma. He enjoyed taking pictures at all of the children’s activities, including dance, theater, soccer, basketball and scouting.

In May of 2013, their daughter, Sophia Marie was born, a welcomed addition to the family.

Daniel was an extremely loving and supportive father and husband. As a social worker Dan was always there for his clients, he loved his work.

He enjoyed road trips, camping, and Disney World with his family and friends. He loved going to the movies and sharing popcorn. Daniel loved the family pets, especially his beloved Corgi, Sam. He loved music and musical theater. His favorite show was Hadestown and he was a fan of women’s basketball.

Daniel was predeceased by his father, Delbert Hatt; and his uncle, Arthur Hatt.

He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Coleen Whitehurst-Hatt; son, Coley Hatt, and daughters Rebecca and Sophia Hatt; his mother, Jackie Hatt and mothers-in law, Patricia Whitehurst and Jane Bergeron; his sister, Darcy Yeo (husband Fred), brothers-in-law Joe Whitehurst (wife Tamarah, and their children Lily and Oliva) and Michael Prue.

Dan will be remembered as a loving husband, father, son and friend. Dan was a kind, funny, supportive, calming, and dedicated person.

“Daniel, wait for me, all my love, Coleen.”

The family would like to invite you to visiting hours at Hope Memorial Chapel in Biddeford on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. A memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. Burial will be in the spring.