Jerry Lee Day
Jerry Lee Day, age 79, of Quincy, died on Sunday, November 21, 2021 in his home. He was born on December 29, 1941 in Muscatine, Iowa, a son of Lloyd and June (Vogler) Day. He married Carol A. Hayden on September 28, 2006. She survives.
Jerry served his country in the US Navy abroad the USS Beatty. After the military, he was employed by Titan Wheel and retired from the sales department. Jerry was also in charge of maintenance at the Quincy Senior Living and Resource Center.
He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, Elks Club, Triple Oaks and a former member of the Quincy Boat Club. Jerry was an avid Nascar fan and Dale Earnhardt fan.
In addition to his wife, Carol, he is survived by his sister, Sharon Spencer (Doug Brace) of Quincy, nephew, Travis Spencer of Quincy, grandchildren, Hayden Lummer of West Salem, IL, Collin Dunbar of Wentzville, MO and Parker Dunbar of El Paso, IL and brother-in-law, Michael (Melanie) Hayden.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, his two sons, Chris and Timothy Day, brother Ronnie Day and sister Debbie Day.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Peter Catholic Church. There is no visitation but friends are invited to the memorial services. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Peter Catholic Church, Blessing Hospice or Quincy Medical Group Foundation. Messages may be shared online at www.dukerandhaugh.com.
Sorry for your loss Carol. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Just by chance, we saw Jerry’s obiturary. So sorry to hear of your loss. We know he had been having issues for a while. My Dad, Willis, often commented about how he missed seeing him. Take care of yourself.
Jerry touched many lives as a volunteer medical transportation driver with Adams Co. RSVP. He cared about the people he transported and regularly drove people to Springfield and Hannibal for appointments. He provided great service to people throughout Adams County.
So very sorry about Jerry. He was a wonderful neighbor and my parents thought so highly of Jerry. He was one of the good guys..
Sorry for your loss. I knew Jerry for many years. Always liked visiting together. Your loss is also the loss of many. Rest In Peace pal.
Jerry was such a great guy. He was so good looking out for my parents when you lived next door. We are so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you.
Carol, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers