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Michael E. Day
Hyde Park - Michael E. Day, 43, of Hyde Park, died Wednesday, October 19, 2016, in Rhinebeck with his wife and family by his side. Michael fought a long courageous battle with Frontal Temporal Dementia.
Born October 6, 1973 in Rhinebeck, he was the son of George and Judith Myron Day. His parents survive in Staatsburg.
A lifetime area resident, Michael was a life-member of the Staatsburg Fire Department and a volunteer with the Hyde Park Fire Department for several years.
As a trained EMT, he worked for Alamo Ambulance, Northern Dutchess Paramedics, and Emergency Control. Michael truly loved his job. His passion was helping people.
An avid golfer, Michael loved sports. He also loved his family and friends, and was always there for them. He was known for his generous spirit.
On April 18, 1998 at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church in Staatsburg, he married the former Jamie Markle. Mrs. Day survives at home.
In addition to his parents and wife, Michael is survived by his children, Brianna and Braidan Day; brother, George Day and wife, Eileen, of Kingston; twin brother, Brian Day and companion, Trish Berry, of Saugerties; sister-in-law, Janeen Sonnenberg and husband, Paul, of Pleasant Valley; nieces and nephews, George, Aiden, Kyra, Shaelyn, Brian, Tyler, Trevor, and Trista Lee; uncles, Will Day and wife, Lois, of Hyde Park, Richard Day and wife, Sharon, of Kingston, and William Myron and wife, Pat, of Massachusetts; aunts, Karen Myron and wife, Pam, of North Carolina, Peggy Sanchez of Rhinebeck, Nancy Myron of Rhinebeck, Bunny Devine of Boston and Marian Myron of Scotia; and many cousins.
He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Edward and Lavina Day; maternal grandparents, Thomas Myron Sr. and Rose Myron; uncles, Jimmy and Thomas Myron; aunt, Noreen Staffa; and mother-in-law, Kristine Oetjen.
Calling hours will be from 4 to 7 pm on Tuesday, October 25th at Sweet's Funeral Home, Rte. 9, Hyde Park. Fire department services will be at 6 pm during the calling hours.
Funeral Services will be at 10 am on Wednesday, October 26th at St. James' Episcopal Church, Rte. 9, Hyde Park. Rev. Chuck Kramer will officiate.
Burial will follow in the family plot at Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery.
To send an online condolence, or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneral home.com.
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God I miss you everyday.. I'm thinking about you right now at 12 am.. my heart hurts.. I can't believe you're gone.. I miss your voice.. your touch.. your laugh.. your happiness.. your smile is contagious and i could be having the worst day and you'd always make it better.. your hugs were so warm and I always felt the love in each one.. you cared about everyone one and you were selfless.. I wish you were here.. I wish I got to spend a day with you.. one last time.. I'd do anything for that.. you didn't leave because I feel you here with me everyday even if you aren't here physically.. I love you so much and I miss you beyond words could describe..
Shae
April 8, 2017
Dear Jamie and family Sorry for your loss. Mike will be missed by many and live on in your hearts forever. Our deepest sympathy.
Jim Perry
October 25, 2016
Dear Jamie...so sorry for your loss .My prayers go out to you and your children and hope you find strength in know
ing how many people's lives he touched .May the memories you had as husband and wife make you smile ...love Aimee
Aimee Strang
October 24, 2016
My thoughts of family go back a long way and my prayers are with you and family in the present. So sorry to read this passing as I can realize your grief. Please try to enjoy the good memories!
PETER BRENNER
October 24, 2016
JUDY,GEORGE & FAMILY. SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MICHAEL. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. ANN & DOUG.
DOUG HARVEY
October 22, 2016
Our condolences May we find comfort at Psalms chapter forty six verse one GOD is our refuge and strength a help that is readily found
October 22, 2016
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