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Byron DAY Obituary
Age 71, departed this life on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. He was born to the late Annie Winston Day Stroud and
Preston Morries Day on
January 14, 1950. As a youth, Byron was baptized and joined Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church located in Dayton, Ohio. Over the years, Byron grew in his faith and he served for a total of 19 years as an officer of the church; a steward for several years and
several years as a trustee. Byron attended Roth High School and excelled in academics and athletics until his graduation in 1968. Byron enrolled at Kentucky State University where he sang in the gospel choir and received his Bachelor of Arts
degree in Social Studies Education in 1972. Byron continued his education at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he received his Master of Education Degree in 1980. Byron was initiated into the Delta Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi
Fraternity Inc. in 1973. He served a term in the office of Vice Basileus and he served on numerous committees within the chapter. He proudly represented Omega for 47 years.
September of 1973, Byron began his career in education with the Dayton Public Schools. Throughout his 30 years of service, Byron touched and impacted many students and those he worked with. Byron served as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and Director of Emergency Planning. He retired from the Dayton Public School System January of 2003. July 8, 1989, Byron and Evelyn married, and they enjoyed 31 years
together. Throughout his life, Byron enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing golf with his friends and fraternity brothers, jogging, gardening, lawn work, and attending local and statewide
athletic events. He also enjoyed volunteering at Miami Valley Hospital, Madden Golf Course, and with the Special Olympics. What he cherished and loved the most was spending time with his family and friends. Viewing, Friday, February 5, 2021, from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at H.H. Roberts Mortuary, 38 S. Gettysburg Ave., Dayton, OH 45417. The graveside service will follow at 11:00 AM at the West Memory Gardens Cemetery, 6722 Hemple Rd., Moraine, OH 45439.
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Portia Wade Morgan
February 6, 2021
Byron and I were classmates at Kentucky State University. I called him my homeboy because I once lived in Dayton. Byron was one of the nicest young men on campus. He will be missed at homecoming.
Prayers for his family.
Tory
February 5, 2021
You’ll forever be missed for the kind man you were and the awesome things you did. The impact you had on myself as well as others, will never be forgotten.
Valerie Lee
February 4, 2021
Such a joy to know and work with Byron at Residence Park Elementary School. He and Evelyn selflessly shared their talents with the Wayman congregation. He will be missed.
Janice Thompson -Paschal
February 4, 2021
MY LOVELY LIFE LONG FRIEND... MUCH LOVE~ REST WELL BYRON...
Jerome Haney
February 4, 2021
A dedicated educator was he. I rejoice in the memories that I have of our time at FIRST(Fairview International Relations Studies for Tomorrow). I also have memories of his work in the ecumenist.
Yvette Norton
February 3, 2021
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY
Walter c vaught jr.
February 3, 2021
Byron it was a pleasure knowing you.R.i.p.Brother. Walter C.Vaught jr.
Lamar Webster
February 3, 2021
Went to school with his younger brother Gary, at Roth HS. Condolences to the entire family.
Kenneth Booze
February 3, 2021
My Condolences to the Day family. I have had the pleasure of knowning Byron for many years, His Parents and Brothers. I'm so sad, in this lost. A great man, and a true friend. My Blessing to The Family.
Cam and Hattie Few
February 3, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the Day family....Byron was a friend to us and will forever be in our hearts and yours...know that he is one step beyond where we will all be one day....R.I.Heaven Byron (Kmart) Day.
Louisa Scarpelli Dreety
February 3, 2021
Evelyn and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Byron as a gentle, kind man. As a principal, his teachers respected him. May your memories be a blessing and may peace surround you all.
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