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Robert S. Day of Kuna died at age 88 in Boise on November 18, 2009.
Bob farmed and raised registered Jersey cattle in the Treasure Valley his last 53 years at Kuna, Idaho. He enjoyed sharing his experiences and wisdom with others, especially youth, through church scouting, 4-H clubs and community groups. He was also active in many farm organizations including the Meridian Dairy Show Board and the Western Idaho Fair Board. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Robert W. Day, three sisters: Birdie Dalrymple, Phoebe Kelsey, Lucille Keebaugh; his brother, George and grandson, Dale. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy and four children: Pat Day Hartwell (Jack), Gary Day (Sandi) both of Idaho Falls, Ken Day (Phyllis) of Mackay and Christine Fairchild (Mick) of Kuna; 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren and his sister, Dorothy Osborne of Nampa. Robert's memorial service will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 21st at the Kuna Baptist Church at 1250 N. Linder Road with Pastor Scott Piper officiating. Services are under the direction of Accent Funeral Home, Meridian. The family would like to thank the Veterans Hospital and Community Living Center for their care and kindness. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.accentfuneral.com. CondolencesSender's Name: Christy Royer Williams
Sorry to hear the lost of your dear Dad and husband. He was a great inspiration to all of those who cross his path. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. With Love Christy (Royer) and Vern Williams
Sender's Name: Jon & Pam Haggstrom
Although we are across the country our thoughts are with everyone back home. May faith and hope get you all through this difficult time. We miss and love everyone.
Sender's Name: Don Sonke
Bob was a valued friend and member of our Ada Farm Bureau board. I have many special memories of working with him and sharing ideas at FB conventions and meetings. I consider it a pivilege to have known Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Don Sonke and the Ada County Farm Bureau board.
Sender's Name: Bob and Gerrie Sturtevant
May God's blessings be upon the family at this time. Dorothy, Ken, Phyll and all. Bob and Gerrie Sturtevant
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Mr. Day was born in Boise on February 8, 1921 to Stanley R. Day and Bertha M. Ringer Day. He graduated from Kuna High School in 1939. He married Dorothy E. Stephens of Wilder on September 9, 1943. He served in the U.S. Navy Sea Bees during World War II.