In loving memory of Daniel Marin Hamelin, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and brother in law, born December 8, 1940 in Les Pieux, Normandy, France. He lived an amazing life of adventure and fun even as the last six years he valiantly fought multiple myeloma. The Lord took him home on June 20, 2024 with his wife, daughters, step daughter and granddaughter by his side. He leaves behind his loving wife Mary, his oldest daughter Dominique, husband Tommy,  their son Cameron, wife Whitney and their children Lincoln and Lydia, and their daughter Dani and husband Addison. Also, Daniel's youngest daughter Michelle husband Reg and their children Jack, Trevor and Grace, his stepson  Erron, daughters Amber and Ashley and step daughter Shannon, husband Dave and their children Seven and Nichole. He is also survived by his former wife and the mother of his children, Suzanne, his nephew Stevens, as well as many loving brothers and sisters in law in Quebec, Canada, Kansas and Oklahoma. He will be remembered for his love, hospitality, generosity, hard work, his ever charming, die hard French accent, impeccable dress, and for being the quintessentially suave, endearing, handsome and debonair gentleman.

As a young boy, Daniel was awed by the heroism of the American soldiers that saved his childhood village from German occupation, sparking his desire and dream to emigrate to America and become a United States citizen. His talent and passion for food, wine and hospitality took him to many places en route to the United States, including Europe, the Caribbean, and Quebec, Canada. After a short stint in Ft. Lauderdale, Daniel's restaurant journey brought him to Tulsa as the Summit Club manager. The opportunity to grasp the American dream of business proprietorship arose and he shortly thereafter bought the Harvard Club with friend and business partner Michel Robin. Through Daniel's creative menu and vibrant personality, he passionately and joyfully served the Tulsa community for 20 years as the Harvard Club owner and manager. After the Harvard Club closed, he was soon after, chosen to be at the helm of  The Summit tower- a highly anticipated, $3.75 million build out, glitzy endeavor by the Summit Club. Daniel was a highly sought after restauranteur- including becoming the food and beverage manager at Hilcrest Country Club in Bartlesville, the manager of the downtown Kansas City Club and subbing as the dining room manager at Southern Hills when the prestigious PGA tour was in Tulsa. When he'd had enough of what the restaurant business  required of him, he transitioned to furniture sales and had a successful run. He eventually retired to Mounds, Oklahoma with "his Mary", his million dollar view, and his 5 dogs. He enjoyed part-time work in the garden centers of Lowe's and Sutherland's and continued entertaining friends and family with his wonderful cooking.

One of Daniel's proudest moments was when he became an American citizen on April 25, 1975. Another amazing highlight in Daniel's life was when he was bestowed the honor of Chaine des Rotisseurs- being recognized internationally on several occasions for being  very well practiced at all things table and exemplary in dining room service. Daniel also had the distinction of being a certified level two sommelier.  He was an avid reader, enjoyed his summers at the beach and boating at Grand Lake. He was a lover of all animals- especially his beloved dogs, was a passionate gardener,  and especially enjoyed hosting and feeding his family, with Merlot, of course!

In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to either St. Jude or the American Cancer Society.