In loving memory of

Michael Robert Day
January 3, 1952 - September 21, 2022

Michael "Mike" Robert Day of Aurora, Colorado age 70 passed away on September 21, 2022, from diabetes. He was born on January 3, 1952, to William "Bill" and Dee Day in Shenandoah, Iowa.
His marriage to Margaret Candelaria resulted in two children Allison Day and William "Bill" Day.
Mike is survived by his children Allison Day and William "Bill" Day, his grandchildren Gavin, Ava and Tanner Grossnickle (Allison's kids) and Liam Day (Bill's son). His siblings Fran (Steve) Ault, Harriet (Donnie) Waters, and Kathy (Denny) Williamson. Brother-in-law Ron Sedwick. 3 nephews and 5 neices Curt (Paula) Ault, Amy (Mark) Schaefer, Kim (Brian) Dyer, Missy (Mark Douglass) White, Jenny Headings, Matt (Antonette) Hoff, Heather (Greg) Hicks, Josh (Kristen) Hoff. 15 great nephews, 7 great nieces and 3 great-great nephews and 3 great-great nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents William 'Bill' and Dee Day, his sister Martha Sedwick, his grandparents Orpha and Gorman Howell and Harry and Eilene Day.
Mike loved his many dogs and cats he had especially his dog Sophia. He enjoyed playing golf and he played darts on a Dart League. Mike enjoyed watching sports, his love was the Denver Broncos! Go Broncos! Mike liked traveling in his RV to the warm states in the winter time.
He retired from Buckley Air Force as the Director of Environmental Safety and Health.
There will be a celebration of life on Saturday October 1, 2022, at 6:00pm at Palomino Park at 6656 Greenriver Drive
Highlands Ranch, CO. If you plan on attending please RSVP the number attending and your name (We have to have your name because of this being in a gated community.) to 515-669-4740.

Tributes

Davey Peterson wrote on Dec 15, 2022:

"This man was a sick pedophile. Here is proof https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fu5HHDThWzI"

James T Rawding wrote on Oct 9, 2022:

"Mike was an exceptional man. I remember an amazing experience we shared together with a German Shepard. Mr Day tickled that dog's pickle like no tomorrow. He was also hands-down the BEST prodigy to come out of of my famous bottom in training program. "

Joseph Katzer wrote on Oct 9, 2022:

"Mike was a great friend. I remember how much Mike loved young girls. There was this one he was telling me about just a few months ago named Sid, he mentioned their shared love of dogs. "

April Lambert wrote on Sep 30, 2022:

"Worked with Mike years ago at Buckley Air Force Base. He always had a smile, was such a nice guy. So sorry for your loss. ?"

Rick Sanchini wrote on Sep 29, 2022:

"My most sincere sympathies to Mike's family. I loved working with him for many years. Rest well, Mike. "To us, and those like us...""

Suzy Porter wrote on Sep 28, 2022:

"We are sorry to hear of your loss. We worked with Mike for many years. He was a character and had a great laugh. Rest easy Mike Niel and Suzy Porter "

Bobby Cannon wrote on Sep 28, 2022:

"I worked with Mike for 17yrs, he was one of a kind!! He will be missed!! Bobby Cannon"

Kathy Day Williamson wrote on Sep 28, 2022:

"I am going to miss my big brother! When we were younger he tormented me a LOT, but as we grew older he supported me in so many ways! He thanked me all the time for taking care of our Mom knowing I was doing the best I could! I feel pretty lost writing this knowing I no longer have you! RIP my dear brother. I love you!?? Your baby sister, Kathy "

Don Mooney wrote on Sep 27, 2022:

"I worked with Mike for many years. He was a unique personality?a good one . He was always there to support you whenever you needed it. He will be missed! ."

Harriet Waters wrote on Sep 27, 2022:

"He was my little brother in age only. He use to stuff me in the closet if he got the chance. I will miss him so much he is now in heaven with our mom and dad and our sister. Take care of each other till we are all together again. Love you all."

Kelly Murray wrote on Sep 26, 2022:

"I will always remember his funny sarcastic humor only few understood! ?Rest in Peace Mike aka Dad My deepest sympathy to the family. ~Kelly ~"