Michael H. Day
December 13, 1942 – July 4, 2018
Michael “Mike” H. Day died on July 4, 2018, in his home at Kings Point, Fla. He was 75.
Mr. Day was born on December 13, 1942, in Seattle, Wash. to parents Cecil H. Day and Virginia I. Ellis. As a graduate from Widener University in 1968, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served off the coast of Vietnam on the <i>USS Kearsarge</i>.
In 1978 he continued his education and received an MBA from Saint Louis University.
Mike is survived by his wife of 50 years Kathleen (Kathy); daughters Kelly Day and Courtney (Todd) Cook; brothers Jon (Loanna) Day and Pat (Christine) Day; grandchildren Keegan and Riley Cook.
Mike was very active in his community. He was the President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and a mentor for The Hope Fund, of Wimauma, Fla., an after-school program.
In his leisure time Mike enjoyed traveling, fishing with his grandson, and spending quality time with family and friends. He especially loved trips to the beach and staying for the beautiful Florida sunsets.
His positive attitude carried him through to the end. He loved life and was taken too soon from this life. He will be forever missed for his loving ways, sense of humor and compassion for all individuals.
A Memorial Mass will take place on August 31, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, followed by a luncheon in the Conesa Center, 702 Valley Forge Blvd., Sun City Center, FL 33573.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mike’s name may be made by mail to LifePath Hospice, 3725 Upper Creek Dr., Ruskin, FL 33573.
Arrangements entrusted to the National Cremation & Burial Society, 308 E. College Ave., Ruskin, FL 35570, 813-645-3231.
Mr. Day was born on December 13, 1942, in Seattle, Wash. to parents Cecil H. Day and Virginia I. Ellis. As a graduate from Widener University in 1968, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served off the coast of Vietnam on the <i>USS Kearsarge</i>.
In 1978 he continued his education and received an MBA from Saint Louis University.
Mike is survived by his wife of 50 years Kathleen (Kathy); daughters Kelly Day and Courtney (Todd) Cook; brothers Jon (Loanna) Day and Pat (Christine) Day; grandchildren Keegan and Riley Cook.
Mike was very active in his community. He was the President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and a mentor for The Hope Fund, of Wimauma, Fla., an after-school program.
In his leisure time Mike enjoyed traveling, fishing with his grandson, and spending quality time with family and friends. He especially loved trips to the beach and staying for the beautiful Florida sunsets.
His positive attitude carried him through to the end. He loved life and was taken too soon from this life. He will be forever missed for his loving ways, sense of humor and compassion for all individuals.
A Memorial Mass will take place on August 31, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, followed by a luncheon in the Conesa Center, 702 Valley Forge Blvd., Sun City Center, FL 33573.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mike’s name may be made by mail to LifePath Hospice, 3725 Upper Creek Dr., Ruskin, FL 33573.
Arrangements entrusted to the National Cremation & Burial Society, 308 E. College Ave., Ruskin, FL 35570, 813-645-3231.