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Obituary For Rev. Dr. William Exton Daye

Rev. Dr. William Exton Daye, 94, was born on Tuesday, September 4, 1928 and departed this life on Sunday, January 22, 2023.

Viewing service at Peace Missionary Baptist Church, 2608 NC-55, Durham, NC 27713 on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 from 1:00 to 9:00 pm. Visitation with the family 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

Funeral service will be held at Peace Missionary Baptist Church on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, visitation with family and friends from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, funeral service at 12:00 pm. Burial will be at Woodlawn Memorial Park.

All acts of kindness are appreciated during this difficult time.

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Guest Book

Rev. Daye was a pastor to all! He greeted all persons with that wonderful smile and kind words. His life was a shining example of a true servant leader. My prayers to his family and love ones. Dot Brower, Southern Pines

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Mrs. Daye and Family: When we are separated by death, we are still eternally connected by love that never ends. The love, the memories we made, and the bond we have remain alive in us. May God continue to guide and strengthen the family in His word as He continues to do the same for the Peace Family.

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He has just fallen asleep. To the family of Rev. Dr. William E Daye, I send my sincere condolences. I pray that God will surround each and every one of you with His love, comfort and peace both now and in the days ahead. We love you. Floretta L Walls.

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I am heartbroken at the loss of my Cousin Reverend Dr. William Daye. We all loved him so much. Please keep his wife and family in your prayers. Dr. Jacqueline KIng, Indiana

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Holy Father let Your Holy Spirit surround and strengthen Nora and her children during this time of sorrow--with Love Ray Parker and his children.

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Condolences to the Daye family. May you find peace in the midst of this storm!

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Since we are surrounded by so many Examples of Faith, we must get rid of everything that slows us down, especially sin that distracts us. We must run The Race that lies ahead of us and never give up Hebrews 12:1 (GWT). It was an Honor to Serve in close proximity over the years to such an Esteemed Statesmen of The Gospel. They model Servanthood to the Highest degree. Our Prayers are with Family and Followers Sleep on Dr. Daye and take your Rest. Elder J. Gregory(Sis. Kimberly) Willis, & Church Family Senior Pastor and Founder Glory to GOD Ministries. Butner, N.C.

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Mrs. Daye and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May the precious memories of Rev. Daye comfort you and give you strength in the days ahead as I know they will live forever in your hearts. Prayers, hugs and much love. Diane Cox

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My condolences to the Family. Rev Daye was a preacher's preacher. He had a way of bringing you to a shout. You would be nearly losing your mind while he calmly and methodically opened up God's Word! And he never missed a beat. He wasn't in a hurry and didn't care much to entertain. Rev Jean-Luc Charles, First Haitian Free Methodist Church, Stamford, CT

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Our Beloved Pastor Gone, but never forgotten, you will always have a place in our hearts. You were so much more than a Pastor. Your words of wisdom (Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you) Matthew 6:33. With our deepest heartfelt sympathy! The Walker Family

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My condolences to the Daye family during this time. I hope for peace and comfort to all of the family.

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Harriet,I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your father. May God give you comfort and peace to you and your family during this time. My prayers are with you and your family. Wayne and Carolyn Mckinnie HHS#72

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To the DAYE family. You all had a JEWEL among you. Rev Daye was such a gentle and loving soul. He ALWAYS wore a smile and took the time to speak to you when he saw you. Heaven is rejoicing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rev Daye, AWESOME man of GOD. To Benita, Please know that you and Billy are in my prayers that you be strengthened and have PEACE and GREAT JOY knowing your Father left a GREAT LEGACY here on this earth. Love ya...Lynette Evans

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Greatly saddened to hear of the pasding of Rev. William Daye' whom I so greatly respected, admired and considered a great mentor to myself and many others. He was so gentle, kind and blessed with an abundance of quiet Godly wisdom, patience and stature. Never heard him speak above a whisper. May he rest in etetnal peace and power with the Fatherand all the heavenly hosts in great mansiobs above as he receives his heavenly wings. Prayers of strength, peace and comfort for the family are being sent up. Surely he shall be greatly missed. Rev. Anita Hammond Wash. DC

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My sincere condolences to the Daye family. Rev Daye will be greatly missed. He christened my youngest daughter and always made us feel like family. You would always meet him with a smile, and he offered many words of encouragement. May His Soul Rest in Perfect Peace. Latisha Tah and family.

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Mrs. Karen Gwynn, May God grant peace and serenity to you and your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days to come. With Deepest Sympathy, LaQuinta Downey & Family

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To the Daye Family: You already know our relationship. Rev. Daye was my mentor, my friend, my big brother, my confidant and my eating buddy. We've shared so much together. He will definitely be missed by me and I will always cherish the things we shared with each other. I wish the family continue peace, comfort and courage to face the days ahead and remember that God is still in charge. Dr. James W. Smith

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Praying for family and friends, Rev. Daye was my mom's pastor for as long as I can remember. Thank you, Rev. Daye, for show me the way and being the great man that you were, you are at peace now, you will always be remembered and never will be forgotten. Ms. Shannon Kimble

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Rev. Dr. Daye will always be the voice of kindness and peace to me. I am sure his next journey with Christ has just begun. Love and Sympathy to the family, Karen Tucker

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Pastor Daye wasn't just our pastor, but he was Family too. A man with many titles, including being a wonderful Husband, Father, and Grandfather, but none was more important than being a Man and Faithful servant of God! Our prayers to the Family, and he will always be remembered, truly one of a kind. God Bless. Frank and Linda Wright and Family

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To Karen Gwynn & Family, we are standing with you in prayer and support. Our deepest sympathy and love to you all. Love your US Postal Service Family- James, Carla, Patricia, Monica & Roslyn

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The the Daye Family: We are saddened for your loss. I remember when I was at Ebenezer Baptist Church Daycare. Reverend Daye and his daughter were working at the Daycare. When I received word on the passing of Reverend Daye I thought about the Daye Family as well. To the Daye Family you are in our prayers and you have our deepest sympathy. From the Rivers Family

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Our prayers are with the family of Dr. William Daye during this time. His gentle spirit will always be remembered. - Trustees & Friends of Apex School of Theology

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We were saddened to learn of the passing of our dear friend, Rev. Dr. William E. Daye (Bill). We have shared friendship with Rev. Daye and the Daye Family for over 50 years. We pray for the strength of the family at this difficult time, and we will forever cherish the memory of his gentle spirit. Jim Stewart & Frances Dyer

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I was deeply saddened to hear of the death of Reverend Dr.9SNQMWilliam Exton Daye. I know this is a difficult time for the family. Reverend Daye was such a kind gentle soul shining with compassion for many. I'm thankful for the times he ministered to me. If I can help assist you in making lasting memory of Reverend Doctor William Daye let me know. Sincerely, Minister Loviney Bell

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May God be with you all in the passing of Rev. Dr. William E. Daye. A gentle spirit has taken flight. Thank God for his longevity and compassion shown while serving the Master. Mrs. Wilhemenia Thomas

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I met Rev. Daye and his wife many years ago where he preached the anniversary sermon at First Baptist Church in Mebane where he was once the Pastor there. Our choir sung and when he asked me what church we were from, I told him First Community Baptist in Hillsborough. He was so delighted because he was very good friends with my Pastor Rev. William Richardson. From then on when I saw him, he never forgot where I was from. He was such a friendly and humorous individual. Rest in peace with the Lord Rev. Daye. My prayers to His wife and family. Shereen Johnson.

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My condolences to the Daye Family. My prayers are with your family for peace and comfort during this time. Rev. Daye welcomed me into the Peace Missionary Bapt. Church family before I joined years ago and for that I was so every grateful. Rev. Daye has always been my forever Pastor. He will be missed. Pat Wigglesworth-Bridges.

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We were saddened to hear about the passing of Rev. Dr. William Day. When God calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Hold on to them and let them guide you during this difficult time. Alexander, Brenda and LaTasha McGirt.

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My condolences to the Daye Family. May God bless and keep you doing this time. My prayers are with your family. The Cross Family

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Rev. Daye and Mrs. Daye have always uplifted my spirits. I remember coming to Bible study in 2016, and Rev. Daye's teaching encouraged me to go back and study the word of God. That same year, I started coming on the 3rd Sunday, and I never stopped. Since I began coming from everyone not knowing who I am. I was called his grandson. I will never forget laughing hard that day. So many beautiful memories that I can't tell you all. Praise God for you and the Peace Family. And I will forever cherish the lesson in your message. I still play your sermon in my car to this day. Hearing your discourse, along with the Voices of Peace, healed my spirit. Love you, Daye family. Xzavier Walter

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Rev. Daye and Mrs. Daye have always uplifted my spirits. I remember coming to Bible study in 2016, and Rev. Daye's teaching encouraged me to go back and study the word of God. That same year, I started coming on the 3rd Sunday, and I never stopped. Since I began coming from everyone not knowing who I am. I was called his grandson. I will never forget laughing hard that day. So many beautiful memories that I can't tell you all. Praise God for you and the Peace Family. And I will forever cherish the lesson in your message. I still play your sermon in my car to this day. Hearing your discourse, along with the Voices of Peace, healed my spirit. Love you, Daye family.

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To the family, I'm praying with you and recognize not much will be said will change the pain. Reverend Daye considered me one of his sons, and he was my spiritual father. I will miss his counsel. Reverend Paul Hilda Williams, Bahama, NC.

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Our condolences for the loss of your love one. May you have comfort in knowing he is resting in HIS arms. Praying for the family. Many blessings, Dion & Renee Locklear and the Procter & Gamble Family

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Our prayers of strength to the Daye family during your lost. Always cherish the memories. The Parker and Burroughs Families.

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To the Daye Family, my sincerest condolences in the loss of your loved one, who was also one of my mother's favorite cousins. We had a date to discuss Daye Family history, that never came to fruition due to the pandemic, and I will forever be sad about that missed opportunity. God be with you and comfort you in your time of bereavement. (Rev) Wanda Jones Crisp

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Deepest sympathies to the Daye and Peace Baptist Church Family. Dr. Daye was an extraordinary and eloquent preacher. It is my prayer that God will grant all who grieve the peace that passeth all understanding. Kevin E. Disciple at Mount Peace Baptist Church

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My condolences to the Daye and Peace Missionary family. Rev. Daye was such a wonderful man of God. Whenever I entered the Peace sanctuary I always felt at home. I will truly miss my hugs, his kind words and his warm spirit. A life well lived and a job well done. You have earned your wings! Rest in paradise Rev. Daye. May God comfort the family during this sad time ~Peggy Brodie

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Please accept our deepest condolences, pastor and sister Day we're so kind to the Miller Family from Mebane. Keeping you in our prayers. Patricia Kay McKoy Miller McKoy from Chattanooga, T.N.

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It was a Great Pleasure to meet you. Always enjoyed your sermons and to say hello at the end of the service. Deepest Condolences to Mrs. Daye and the Family Markeetia Lamb

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My sincere condolences Mrs. Daye and to the family. Sending prayers of comfort and peace. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! I know he was welcomed with a great applause of well done my good and faithful servant. Rev. Daye will be greatly missed! I will always honor his legacy and appreciate the great words of wisdom and love. To God be the glory for such a great Man of God and example in the earth!

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My condolences to the Daye family. May God bless and be with each and every one of you. Rev Daye was a wonderful, dedicated, and always happy Christian man. Every time I saw him he had that beautiful smile. Heaven has the pleasure of a beautiful flower that has been added to the garden. Rest in peace Rev Daye. Clorie kimble Carnegie and family

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Our Prayers are with the entire family. We will miss his warm smile and wonderful voice of wisdom. Our sincere condolences. Mike and Hallie Bass

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Condolences to the Daye family. Your husband and father was such a wonderful Christian man that will truly be missed I have known Rev Daye and his family for over seventy years.the Jones Lassiter families are praying for all . . .

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Please accept our deepest condolences. Pastor and Sister day adopted our family when we relocated from New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. We enjoyed our years of membership at Peace and pray that the peace of God will surround Sister Daye and the rest of the family. Wendy Scott and Christian Scott

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To the family, You have my heartfelt condolences. May God surround you with his loving comfort. I am praying for you in your time of sorrow.🕯️ Rev. Dr. Christina Lahowah Jones

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Benita and family our sincere condolences. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. - Teresa Renn and Duke Referral staff.

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Our sincere condolences to the Daye Family! Love and prayers are with you as you celebrate a wonderful Man of God and a life well lived. Vanessa Jenkins, The Jenkins , Wright, and Alston Families

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To my Father in ministry and in life, Rev. Dr. William E. Daye, The Family, and the Peace MissionaryBaptistChurch, Durham, NC. I send my love to all of you for inviting me to be apart of your family. Love, forever! Rev.Dr. Lafayette Maxwell

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What a rich man in kindness and his caring ways. I will always remember him taking me to my first little recital as little guy. That memory is forever with me. Over the years we would text and check on each other from time to time. I will miss that but know I will see him again. Prayers and love all over the Daye family aa we celebrate uncle's well lived life. Love you Uncle William ! Your nephew, Kevin Pollard

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My condolences to the Daye family. I will miss Rev. Daye's kind words of encouragement and his warm and gentle manner. I was blessed to have the opportunity to sing with the Voices of Peace from the early 80's to the mid 90's when Rev. Daye was the pastor at Peace Missionary. I was not a member of Peace but Rev. Daye and his wife treated me like family. He never forgot me and made numerous calls to me when my mother passed in 2022. He always gave me comforting and encouraging words to brighten my day. Rev. Daye was more than a preacher and a pastor. He was a kind and good hearted man that preached and lived by God's word. I am sure that when he got to heaven God said, Well Done my Good and Faithful Servant. PWith Sincere Sympathy, Geraline Graham Young

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Rev. Daye will be truly missed and I send my thoughts and prayers to the Daye family. Rev. Daye was my pastor when I was at Ebenezer and he was a gentle and loving man. He was a try mentor and spent good time with the youth making sure they are doing what is right. Love Wanda McClain-Daye

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It is fair to say that all who knew Rev. W. E, Daye found him to truly be a man of God. He was and will always be considered a Giant in the faith to many who knew him. Our family was so blessed to have been led to PMBC after praying for a church in Durham that we could call home. Thank you, Daye family, for sharing Pastor Daye with so many people over the years as he labored tirelessly in the vineyard. You all have our deepest sympathy. We will keep you in our prayers. Fare ye well, Sir. Fare ye well. As he would say on occasion, "We gone see what the end gone be." Warm regards, The Lockhart Family

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For my handsome Uncle William as I always called you. My words alone cannot express the sorrow I am feeling knowing that we will not be exchanging text messages anymore. Thank you so much for praying over my wedding on my wedding day. It meant the world to me. I cherish every moment God allowed me to spend with you. I love you and miss you so much. Your great niece Candice Sowell Barnes

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Our sincere condolences to the Daye family and friends. Samuel and Gloria Kearney

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Sincere condolences to the Daye family and friends. Keeping you in our prayers. Samuel and Gloria Kearney

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A wonderful and peaceful man that I have been honored to call friend since we built Peace Missionary Baptist Church. Will miss our annual calls with updates on our families. A True Man of God. Prayers for his family from ours. Hardy Hutchins

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Rita & Jay Jones

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Condolences to the Daye Family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Rev Daye! We lived on the same street and he will definitely be missed. The second person on our street to passi in two weeks. Gone but not forgotten!

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I met Rev. Daye and his wife many years ago. I found them to be wonderful people and every time I saw him he was always the same. I am very sorry for your loss and wish you strength and comfort from our heavenly Father. Marjorie Vanhooke, First Community Missionary Baptist Church, Hillsborough, NC.

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I did not know Rev. Dr. Daye personally, but the times that I saw him in church he was such a sweet person with a warm loving spirit. He will be missed. Dr. Valerie Cohen

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There are so many people Rev. Daye touch. He was a man of God and he showed it by preaching and teaching. My offer my prayers to the family during this time of bereavement Love, Rashod D. Haughton

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Rev. Daye was royalty. He was genuinely a true humble man of God. Family thank you for sharing him with us. Condolences and Know that he will be missed. Mary R. BALDWIN

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I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Rev. Daye. May the special memories you made together help you through this difficult time. He has touched so many lives in the very best way. I'm grateful I got the chance to know him. Keeping you in my warmest thoughts as you navigate this difficult time — and wishing you hope and healing when you're ready. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Rev. & Mrs. Wayne Lee Morrisville,NC

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What a wonderful person--Rev. Daye was always so kind and caring to my family in times of grief. He will be missed. Very grateful to have known him and all his assistance when members of my family passed. He spoke beautiful words and was always encouraging us to lean on Faith. Thank you, Rev. Daye. My sincerest condolences to his lovely wife and family. When you have a strong person out front, there is always the family in the background supporting and lending that person strength. Thank you, Family. Sending you prayers and support in your time of need. Nancy Austin and Family

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We're so very sorry for your loss. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. He has touched so many people. He will be truly missed.

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Our deepest condolences to the Daye family. Mr & Mrs BT Tick Riley and Anita

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The Shearin Family will miss you so much You are in our prayers 🙏🙏🙏

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Sending my love and sympathy to the Daye family. I hold special memories of Rev Daye that are near and dear to my heart. Rev Daye had such a calming spirit and I had the gift of his spirit a few times. He did not forget what you told him, and even if it was years later, he would remind you. A beautiful flower in the Lord's garden. Take your rest Rev Daye. Frances "Teenia" Murrell Lunsford

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Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family. I cherish the many memories I have of him as the strong spiritual influence/mentor in my life as he helped me grow in my relationship with Christ. He was meek and sincere in his faith and walk with God. I loved that about him. He will be missed- his teachings, prayers, preaching and leadership. Praying for the family doing this time and, in the days ahead. - Sincerely, Reverend Donnie Jones

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I will always remember his smile and encouraging words.

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Condolences to the Daye family. Rev. Daye was good friends with my late husband, Clifton Stone. May God continue to bless and keep you. Margaret F. Stone and Family

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I offer my sincere condolences to the Dsy family. I pray God will uplift your souls and spirits. Bailey family

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Our heartfelt sympathy to the Daye Family. We are praying for the family during this difficult time. Know that he was a rare kind of Pastor who will be truly missed. Kenny & Tracey Bridges

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RIP Rev Daye. Sincere condolences to the family of Rev Daye. From: Ruby Allen Rich Osborn and Family

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RIP Rev Daye. Sincere condolences to the family of Rev. Daye. What a gentle soul. From: Ruby Allen Rich Osborn and Family

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So saddened to hear of the passing of such a great spiritual father and leader. He did a great work and now has gone home to get his rewards. What a tremendous man of honor and integrity. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Praying for the family during their hour of bereavement and even more so in the days to come.

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So saddened to hear of the passing of such a great spiritual father and leader. Earth truly has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Praying for the family during your hour of bereavement and even morso in the days ahead.

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Condolences to the family. Rev.Daye had such a sweet spirit. He will be missed by a great number of people. Ethel Patterson

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Condolences to the family. Rev. Daye had a tender spirit and was a powerful preacher.

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My condolences to the Daye. Dr. Daye was a wonderful man of God. I'm glad I got to meet and know him. Rolanda Holland & Family

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Condolences to The Daye Family. Praying for comfort at this difficult time. Carolyn B.Brodie and Family

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Condolences to The Daye Family. Praying for comfort at this difficult time. Carolyn B.Brodie and Family

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Daye family, my sincere condolences in the loss of a good friend to my parents and the girls are my classmates started in elementary school.

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My condolences to the Daye family!! From the Mcclary Family!!

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My condolences to the Daye Family from the Mcclary family...He was like a second father to me...when I was growing up..RIP REV. DAYE I LOVED YOU BUT GOD LOVED YOU BEST🙏

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Sincere condolences to the Daye family. Keeping you in prayer as you grow through the Grief Process. Love and compassion, Barbara Parker Hayes (cousin) you

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Such a wonderful and anointed man of God, a Pastor who lived the word he preached about, a genuine smile, kind words and greeting wherever you saw him, a rare pastor indeed. From days at the old church to the new church. He stayed the same....humble, meek, and mild. He was loved by many far and near. Now he is with the Father, smiling as usual and having a good time! Thank you, Lord, for this powerful preacher, teacher, husband, father and so much more. God bless you family. Gloria Fuller Jones

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Such a wonderful and anointed man of God, a Pastor who lived the word he preached about, a genuine smile, kind words and greeting wherever you saw him, a rare pastor indeed. From days at the old church to the new church. He stayed the same....humble, meek, and mild. He was loved by many far and near. Now he is with the Father, smiling as usual and having a good time! Thank you, Lord, for this powerful preacher, teacher, husband, father and so much more. God bless you family. Gloria Fuller Jones

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Karen and family we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved father. We will continue to keep you'll in our prayers through this difficult time. Roy and Joan Graves

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Karen and family we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved father. We will continue to keep you'll in our prayers through this difficult time.

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Will always cherish his memory in my heart. My condolences and prayers are with his family. 5

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Our heartfelt sympathy to the Daye Family. We are praying for the family during this difficult time. Cleo & Debbie Lennon

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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