Douglas Allen Day, 69, died Sunday, December 14, 2014.
Doug was born November 26, 1945, in San Diego, Calif., but spent most of his life in Georgia, most recently in Winder. Doug was well known in the racing world and will be remembered for mentoring many young drivers to success. He loved traveling the country to compete on different tracks and spreading his knowledge of racing to others. Doug was preceded in death by his mother, Clara Cobb Day.
Survivors include his wife, Pat; daughter, Tonya Day, Watkinsville; two grandchildren, Janie and Lexie; numerous cousins in Florida and Tennessee; and all of his Winder breakfast and lunch buddies.
Doug will candidly be remembered for his quick temper and stubbornness; but also affectionately treasured for his loving nature and devotion to his family.
Visitation will be held Monday, December 22 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Smith Funeral Home in Winder. Life celebration will be held immediately following at 11 a.m.
“Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free; I’m following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard him call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day; to laugh, to love, to work, or play. Lift up your hearts and peace to thee; God wanted me now – He set me free.”
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parkinson Research Foundation, www.parkinsonhope.org, 5969 Cattleridge Blvd., Suite 100, Sarasota, FL 34232.
Smith Funeral Home, Winder, is in charge of arrangements.