Patricia Ann Day

Patricia Ann Day, 79, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of love, strength, faith, and treasured memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Born on June 19, 1947, in Birmingham, Alabama, Patricia was the daughter of Leslie and Bernice Tompkins. Throughout her life, she was a woman of remarkable strength, fierce independence, and unwavering determination. A warrior in every sense of the word, Patricia faced life's challenges with courage and resilience, overcoming obstacles with a spirit that refused to be defeated. Her strength was rooted in her deep and abiding faith in Jesus Christ, a faith that carried her through life's storms and gave her hope in every season.

Above all else, Patricia's greatest joy and proudest accomplishment was her family. She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose heart was happiest when surrounded by those she loved. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the center of her world, and she poured her love into each generation. Whether through her words of encouragement, her steadfast support, or simply being present, Patricia made certain her family knew how deeply they were loved.

Patricia had a wonderful appreciation for the beauty and joy of life. She loved music, and when a favorite song began to play, she was never far from the dance floor. She found happiness in the simple pleasures of life, from the peaceful sound of waves along the beach to the breathtaking beauty of the mountains. She loved to travel, explore new places, and make memories along the way. Patricia also took great pride in her work, finding purpose, fulfillment, and enjoyment in the work she did. She believed in living life fully, working hard, loving deeply, and never allowing life's difficulties to steal her joy.

Those who knew Patricia will remember a woman who was strong yet loving, independent yet deeply devoted to her family, and courageous in the face of adversity. She was a woman who knew that life was not always easy, but whose faith reminded her that she never walked alone. Her favorite passage of Scripture, Romans 8:35–39, beautifully reflects the foundation upon which she built her life: the assurance that nothing can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Patricia was preceded in death by her beloved son, Hershel Day; her parents, Leslie and Bernice Tompkins; five sisters; and two brothers.

Left to cherish her memory are her loving children, Natasha Stanley (Greg), Rodney Day (Mary), and Tamara Dailey (John, Sr.); her cherished grandchildren, Natalie Wilson (Hank), Joshua Stanley (Miranda), Danielle Thomas (Parker), Dustin Day, Ashley Horn (Jeremy), Sarah Gurley (Taylor), Michael Day (Valarie), John Dailey, Jr. (Nicole), and Maegan Gillette; and her fifteen precious great-grandchildren, each of whom brought immeasurable joy to her life.

She is also survived by her loving sister, Helen Dison (Butch); many nieces and nephews; and a host of extended family members and friends whose lives were touched by her love, laughter, and remarkable spirit.

While her family will deeply miss her presence, they find comfort in knowing that the faith she held so dearly has now become sight. The woman who fought so many battles with courage has finished her earthly journey and rests in the eternal peace of her Savior.

Patricia's life was not defined by the battles she faced, but by the strength with which she overcame them, the faith that sustained her, and the love she leaves behind. Her legacy will continue in every generation of the family she treasured so dearly.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Johns-Ridout's Elmwood Chapel in Birmingham, Alabama.

A true Celebration of Patricia's Life will follow at 2:00 p.m., as family and friends gather to honor a woman who loved deeply, lived courageously, and embraced the blessings of life.

Following the service, Patricia will be laid to rest alongside her family at Elmwood Cemetery.

“For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Romans 8:38–39 (KJV)