William Day - Obituary

illiam (Bill) P. Day, 92, of Davidsonville, MD passed away peacefully on October 3, 2015 in the presence of his family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Alice W. Day; his daughters, Donna Day Dick, Debra Day and Doris Day Graham; his siblings, Eugene Day and Dorothy Day; and 14 grand children, 28 great grandchildren and 5 great, great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pliny P. Day and Lena Todd Day of Chevy Chase, MD; his siblings, Howard, Douglas and Elizabeth; grandson, Eric Emmett Graham and great granddaughter, Jessica Lynn Gladhill. He was born on January 19, 1923 in Baltimore, MD and spent his childhood on the family farm in Dickerson, MD. He retired from United Technology in 1985 after working for 37 years as a sales engineer. He was an avid outdoors man. His hobbies included bird watching, hunting and fishing. He possessed a vast knowledge of animals, trees and plants; which, he enthusiastically shared with his children and grandchildren. Bill served in the United States Air Force during World War II and was the recipient of a Purple Heart. On November 4, 1944, Bill’s plane was shot down off the coast of Corsica on his 60th mission. He was credited for saving the life of one of his fellow crew members during that mission. Bill was recognized as a National Champion Skeet Shooter. He was the past President and co-owner of Prince George’s Rod and Gun Club. He was an active and dedicated member of the Millington Sportsman Association. He will be remembered by his family as a gentle and caring man with a profound love and respect for nature. His wisdom will be missed by all who knew him. Interment is scheduled for Wednesday November 18, 2015 at 10 A.M., Arlington National Cemetery. All guest are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior at the administration building.