Earl Day

March 1, 1950 - February 27, 2021

On Saturday, February 27, 2021, Earl Day, beloved husband, father, and friend to all passed away at the age of 70. Earl was born on March 1, 1950, in Washington, D.C. Earl and his siblings, Darlene, John, and Debbie were raised by his true parents, Frances and Jim Donaldson, and by his sisters Judy and Jeanette. He proudly enlisted in the army to serve his country in Vietnam. Earl completed his bachelor's degree at American University, and he had a long and distinguished career with the U.S. Marshals Service before retiring in 2003. Earl was a father to two daughters, Carrie and Shannon, and grandfather to Holly, Hazel, and Logan. On November 9, 2003, he married Anna Phelps, and they began a life together in Florida. Earl was passionate about living life. He loved all things sports, but especially his Tampa Bay Bucs. Everyone who encountered him could expect to hear about the GOAT and get chatted up about anything and everything in the world of sports. Earl was a well-known sight jogging across the causeway and on the beach. He would frequently hear, "Didn't I see you on the causeway yesterday?" when he was out and about. Earl was known for his big smile and outgoing personality. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Earl loved his girls, Maggie and Josey. Instead of flowers, please feel free to make contribution to https://www.southeastbeaglerescue.org/ in memory of Earl. A service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2021, at Craig Funeral Home in St. Augustine. Live streaming will be available 10 minutes before the service by following the link below: https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php?k=1614711724103605