Donald Maxwell Bay

I continue to love Don and my connections with him through the NYS 4-H Foundation and the 4-H Program, never forgotten, always in my heart. My Mom passed away in January 2020, born in 1923. I value more and more their values; we could use more of that these days. God bless Don and his surviving family.

I'm writing to affirm knowing Don from connections to the NYS 4-H Foundation where he served with such kindness and grace on the Board of Trustees and committees. I consider Don a friend, sharing his mutual care for young people. I loved each time we could see one another, and still love the resonance of his gentle and confident voice. He brought us a peaceful countenance then, and still does.

Dear Don's family,
I got to meet and know Don through the NYS 4-H Foundation during his time as a trustee of the board, continuing after he left the board but still advised and supported the Foundation. I will always remember him as a most kind and gracious gentleman. From the precious little I know about the whole person, I am very thankful to have met him here and there over the years he was connected to the Foundation. He shared with me about his love for family and his ambition to...

Sorry about Don's death knew him well he worked for our dad on the hay press in his early years may the good Lord be with you all. The family of Ernest Bagley Middlesex

He was a true gentleman and mentor to so many. He will be missed. Take solace in the positive impact he had on so many lives. I wish I had a picture of Don and my father, Dale Putman talking together.

Always a consumate photographer, my friend and mentor, will always be remembered. One who encouraged me as a youth exhibiting my Ayrshire cattle and then always showed up to say hello where we would be photographing the winning dairy individuals. Mr. Bay loved looking, admiring, and talking about the animals confirmation and inquiring about our lives. A leader as one to look to in business and discernment concerning direction. Condolences to all his family. Julia DeLavergne

Bruce,

My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. I will say prayers for all of you in the days ahead. I'm sure the memories you have of your dad will carry on forever in your heart.

My deepest sympathies for the loss of your dear husband and father. There are no words to ease your pain, but my prayer is that you all find comfort and peace from God who loves and cares for us. (1 Peter 5:6,7)