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Richard Day Obituary
Richard A. Day, age 85, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at Clemson Downs.
Born February 5, 1933 in Canaan, CT, he was a son of the late Luther W. and Raymonde L. Day. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Norman R. Day. Richard graduated from Paul Smith's College. He proudly served in the submarine service of the United States Navy. He was a retired Captain from the Connecticut State Police, had worked for McCoy Construction in Myrtle Beach, SC, and as a private detective and hypnotist with a private practice in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Richard is survived by his wife, Sally H. Day; son, Mark A. Day; daughters, Kathi L. Heater (William) and LuAnne D. Hamilton (David); nine grandchildren, Brendan (Erin), Jenny (Dennis), Devin, Cullen, Clay, Joshua (Michelle), Jacob (Amy), Jordan (Lynette), and Faith and nine great-grandchildren, Tyler, Taylor, Timothy, Austin, Allyn, Reagan, Bennett, Jack, and Paige.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 21, 2019 at Sherman Congregational Church in Sherman, CT. Interment will be in Coburn Cemetery, Sherman, CT.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 4124 Clemson Boulevard, Suite L, Anderson SC, 29621; or to Providence Hospice, 202 Wall Street, Piedmont, SC 29673.
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Elaine Layman
January 16, 2019
We, the class of 1950, send our sincere sympathy to Sally and their family. We all have fond memories of our time in New Milford High School.
January 15, 2019
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the death of your dear love one may God give you strength to endure this most difficult time of your life please read John 6:40
January 15, 2019
My Deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Richard. May the comfort of our heavenly father who is our Rock & Stronghold give you peace and in this time of grief. He is our shield and the God of refuge. Psalms 18:2.
January 13, 2019
Offering condolences to the family. May you draw consolation and strength from the God of all comfort "who comforts those who mourn" during this difficult time.
January 13, 2019
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD GIVE YOU HOPE AND STRENGHT IN THIS TOUGH TIME.
(HOSEA 13:14).
Larry Edwards
January 12, 2019
Sending my deepest condolences and love to all of you. God bless you all. I love y'all.
January 11, 2019
Memories galore, walking with M/M Day every day
with their dog. May the Good Lord bless him. And to his family, blessings to you all in this time of grief.
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The McDougald Funeral Home - Anderson2211 North Main Street, Anderson, SC 29261
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