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Kermit Day Obituary
Lansing - Born September 4, 1950 in Bonne Terre, MO, the son of the late Kermit H. and Rita (Roth) Day, passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2019. Kermit was a proud navy veteran, serving from 1969 to 1972. He retired from Sparrow Hospital after serving as a surgical RN for 21 years and then went on to earn his Master of Science in Nursing from MSU. As a Nurse Practitioner he provided wise, compassionate care and education to his patients and students. Kermit was devoted to helping others, and participated in several mission trips through the years. Kermit was an active member of River Terrace Church, was an avid Detroit Lions fan and was known for his ability to make people laugh. A loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend who will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. Kermit is survived by his loving wife Rebecca, children Amy Day, Kermit A. Day and David Covert, granddaughter Mia Millican, sisters Beverly Day, Carolyn (Jerry) Dean, Denise (Steve) Carlson, Lynnette (Bobby) Wilcox and Malisa Vanderwest, mother-in-law Marie Panik, and many other family and friends. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel, 6020 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing, MI. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at River Terrace Church, 1509 River Terrace, East Lansing, MI with visitation prior to the service at 9:30 a.m. Pastor Dennis Henderson will officiate. Interment to follow in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Salvation Army or the City Rescue Mission. Condolences may be made at www.palmerbush.com
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Julie Caesar
February 27, 2019
Rebecca,
I just tonight learned of your loss. I only met Kermit a few times when we were doing property inspections but the love you two had was obvious and inspiring. May the the years of joy you had together help you find peace at this time.
Sincerely,
Julie Caesar
Sue Giannaris
January 31, 2019
I was lucky to work with Kermit at Sparrow. I always knew I would have a good day if he was scheduled with me. He was such a wise man but with a wicked sense of humor. Much too young but God has a purpose. Prayers to your family.
Dave and Grace Kreulen
January 25, 2019
Rebecca,
We just learned of Kermits passing. Our hearts are mourning as we remember Kermits vibrant warm personality and the joy of being with him on at RTC trips to Nicaragua, golf league, dinners, and events. What a blessing he was. God be with you dear.
Tom & Jan Burritt
January 18, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Janet and Kim Emery
January 18, 2019
Know that we love you and here for you. He was a loving man to all.
Craig Benham
January 16, 2019
Rebecca, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. So sorry for your loss!
Donna Gawle
January 16, 2019
I'm so saddened to hear about the passing of Kermit- sending prayers of peace and comfort to his family. I worked with him at Sparrow. I'll never forget his sense of humor, excellent nursing skills and special rapport with patients- especially children. He really helped put them at ease- they all remembered Kermit! He will be greatly missed...
Lorie Thaler
January 16, 2019
Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family. You will be greatly missed
James Bland
January 16, 2019
God speed my brother
Laurie Carter
January 16, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You always made me laugh. Gonna miss you dude!
Ida Dennis
January 16, 2019
I remember how very caring Kermit was when I was having infusions at The Beals Institute. Kermit loved his family dearly and when he would chat with me, he always smiled whenever talking about his wife, a loving twinkle in his eyes. I enjoyed his fellowship as a brother in Christ and had the utmost trust of him as my Healthcare Provider. I am both saddened by his passing and happy that he is home. This earth is not our home, even with all the good Kermit did in a lifetime well lived. Thank you for sharing Kermit with all of us.
Rachel Banasik
January 15, 2019
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Kermit. I will miss his big smile and his great sense of humor. But I know that he is resting with Lord. My prayers go out to kermits friends and family. Kermit will be missed.
John, Kristen, Patrick & Robert Hintz
January 15, 2019
We will greatly miss Kermit at church and the conversations about his mission trips to Guatemala, a place we also love. Very sad Kermit was taken to be with God too soon, but we know he is emtertainignthr troops in heaven. Blessings to Rebecca. -The Hintz family
Jason Jennifer and Grayson Street
January 15, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and Rebecca. Kermit will truly be missed. We are sure his humor is entertaining everyone in heaven. I am sure Aunt Rita is laughing along with him. We just received his postcard this past week. Gods Peace be with you
Darian Knight
January 15, 2019
Til we meet again my friend, til we meet again.
R & P Anderson
January 15, 2019
We will always remember his humor and his smile, and ability to brighten a room just by entering it. His compassion and greatness of heart will be missed by all who knew him. Our prayers go out to his family. Such a loss.
Ken and Ev Stoffer
January 15, 2019
Rebecca, our prayers are with you for the loss of your soul mate. May God bless and comfort you and grant you and your family the strength you'll need to deal with your huge loss.
Holly Rust
January 15, 2019
I first knew Kermit as my best friends big brother - always teasing, joking and being a nut; I later knew him in his nursing capacity - first when my son was having hernia surgery - he made us comfortable with the procedure and put a smile on my sons face when he was most scared - and later yet when I myself had surgery and was coming to in the post op - his was the first kind face I saw and his words were most comforting - I knew he would be looking out for me. He cared for everyone big and small, gave them comfort, reassurance and joy at the times they most needed it and more often at times just because. My heart goes out to his wife, Rebecca, his children and his sisters at this time of great loss.
Koyne Rice
January 14, 2019
I met Kermit through the Beals Institute. During my infusions we would have great conversations on travel, family and politics. Kermit was always so kind and professional. I always looked forward to seeing him. My prayers are with the family during this time. Thank you Kermit for all that you have done for so many people throughout your life.
Sherry Kohlmann
January 14, 2019
Kermit combined expert and compassionate care as he administered infusion treatments for my mother. He never failed to brighten her day and recommend a treat for her as we left each appointment. My mom passed away in April. She often asked me about Kermit. I imagine they are sharing ice cream together in heaven now. RIP Kermit. I know you will be greatly missed. Sending prayers for those who loved you during this difficult time.
Marcia Reynolds
January 14, 2019
My sympathies to Kermit's family. He was truly a one-of-a-kind individual who left an indelible impression. We were in the same nursing class at Mineral Area College. While I lost touch with him over the years, I remember his smile and ability to make everyone laugh. He private tutored many of us through the difficulties of homework and helped us stay focused with his class antics. RIP my friend.
Ed Nelton
January 14, 2019
I was so saddened to hear that I will no longer get to see Kermit and his big smile at the Westside YMCA. He was such a kind man and his humor was a thing of beauty, he always made me smile. The man had a gift that will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Edie Adamski
January 14, 2019
May God hold you and grant you His peace. Love from your "Chicago" cousins.
Derek Bajema
January 14, 2019
I first met Kermit when I began playing in our church golf league and he went out of his way to make me feel welcome. He began writing postcards to our son when he was four and diagnosed with cancer. Five years later, those postcards were still coming about every month, not just to one son but both of them. They were always filled to the bottom with small talk, jokes, and jabs at our Cubs with Cardinal stickers on the bottom. We are so grateful for the time he took to be consistently and quietly kind.
Vanessa Schoals
January 14, 2019
Kermit was more than the person I would see every month to administer my meds...he was my friend. He always made me smile. Thank you Kermit, I am glad to have known you! To Kermit's Family - I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Bobby Wilcox
January 14, 2019
A cigar in one hand, and a golf club in the other----let's play 18! We covered a lot of territory , over the years, playing the links in different states. Would have liked to experience more. As for Kerm the man, he is a shining example that a sense of humor and being pleasant can do wonders in this day and age. My brother-in-law turned brother will be missed by many. Prayers go out to all who mourn him and for his memory.
Jessica Boucher
January 14, 2019
I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. Kermit was SUCH a big help to me when I was diagnosed with an auto immune disease and required infusions. We spent lots of time together in that little room and he was very informative and kind to myself and my family during a very confusing and scary time in my life. I was always interested in his stories of travel, and I heard many wonderful things about his wife and children, it was very evident how much he loved you all. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.
Debra Nault
January 14, 2019
I too worked at Sparrow as an RN, but first met Kermit when I had out-patient surgery ... he had on his Detroit Lion surgical cap. I told him as an avid Packer fan I was a little nervous about him being my circulating nurse! We met again at the MSU BSN retreat a couple weeks ago and I reminded him of our first meeting ... he proudly showed me his Lion tattoo and said he hoped to have Lion football players be his pall bearers when he passed away! Now it seems like such a surreal conversation :( My thoughts are with his family.
Lisa
January 14, 2019
Kermit was a very kind man whose clinical expertise helped me vastly improve my health. My condolences to his family.
Bobbie Doe Snow
January 14, 2019
I am so sad to hear this news about Kip. It was so great to see him at our 50th class reunion. My thoughts & prayers are for Rebecca & the family.
Stephanie Benoit
January 13, 2019
I am so saddened to hear of Kermit's passing. He was one of my clinical faculty at MSU and I was tickled that he was returning to teach this semester. He had such presence and it was impossible not to smile when he was around. A little more than a week ago, he attended our spring retreat and introduced himself as James Bond and immediately brightened the room. Keeping his loved ones in my thoughts and prayers. He's already missed.
Luann Dyke
January 13, 2019
I always loved and appreciated working with Kermit in sparrow or. I am shocked and saddened by his passing.
David DeLand
January 13, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Loann Snell
January 13, 2019
Rebecca my heart is breaking for you. I am so sorry that you have lost your soul mate. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Sheryl Oliver
January 13, 2019
I had the privilege of working on the heart team at Sparrow for many years with this man. He always made me smile with his goofy sense of humor. You will be missed my dear friend!
Linda Beuerle
January 13, 2019
I am going to miss you and your fabulous humor more than you will ever know, Kermit! You are the best! Our neighborhood will never be the same without you! RIP my friend!
Jeanette
January 13, 2019
My soul is deeply saddened to hear of Kermit's passing. He was a wonderful man, whose heart was as big as his stature. I am very blessed to have had him as a friend, and client for 10+ years! I pray for peace , for Rebecca,and his family! He will be greatly missed!!
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