James Earl Day, 86, of Connersville passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. He was born on March 5, 1938 in London, Kentucky, the son of the late Thomas Jefferson Day and Pearl McQueen.

On April 2, 1983 he married Eunice M. Day in Connersville, Indiana, together they enjoyed just over 30 years of marriage prior to her passing, and they were blessed with a blended family.

Mr. Day worked in the industrial and automotive industries. He worked as a mechanic for several years prior to becoming a machinist for Roots Dresser Industries where he worked until he retired in 1997.

James could often be found tinkering in his garage. He was also fascinated with garden tractors. For several years James had a garden and took joy in tending to his fresh vegetables. During his younger years he loved the outdoors where he would go fishing, or deer hunting.  James most favorite thing to do after retiring was relaxing while watching television.

James is survived by his children; Jimmy (Janet) Day, Charles (Suzie) Day, David (Linda) Day, Daniel (April) Day, Billie Jean (John) Roland, Donnie (Stacy) Day, and Darrel Day. As well as his bonus children; Martha Pollitt, Penny (Rick) Wilson, Steve (Jackie) Seckman and daughter-in-law Deby Seckman. He will be thought of often by his twin brother Lawrence Pearl "Joe" Day. His memories will be cherished forever by his 24 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, and his wife Eunice, James was preceded in death by a bonus son, Carl Seckman Jr., his siblings; three brothers; Homer Day, Wayne Sananstine, William Day, and two sisters; Rhonda Foutch and Oma Day. Lastly he was met by four grandchildren.

Friends and family may visit on Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at Urban Winkler Funeral Home located at 513 W 8th Street Connersville, IN 47331. Eric Hopkins will conduct funeral services at Urban Winkler Funeral Home on Friday June 7, 2024 beginning at 11:00am. Burial will follow at Springersville Cemetery.