Daniel Lee Hatten, 65, of Brownsdale, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 16, after a long battle against cancer.

Dan was born April 11, 1949, in Austin, Minnesota, to parents, Arnold and Walburga Hatten. Dan was known by his friends and family to be an eternal optimist, in the midst of his pain and even up to the very end. Known as a hard worker by all, his hands were never idle. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting and being with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arnie and Burg; sisters, Janet and Georgia; and brother, Gene.

He is survived by brothers, Phil, Dave, Joe and Don, and sisters, Alice Jensen, Barb Mensink and Margie Sprick. Also by his children Michael and wife Stacy, Amanda and husband Derek, Brandon and wife Mandy, Danielle, and Matthew. He was blessed to be surrounded by 10 grandchildren and will be missed by all.

A memorial service will be held at New Life Christian Church in Albert Lea, Minnesota, on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 10 a.m.