Derek R. Day

Derek R. Day, 40, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020, at his home. He was born on September 18, 1979, in Evansville, IN. Derek was an avid sports fan; his favorite teams were Indiana University Basketball, Indianapolis Colts, and Notre Dame Football. He loved to fish and play sports. Derek coached basketball through the Upwards Basketball League. He was a member of North Park Wesleyan Church. He was a Christian and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was preceded in death by his father, Darrell Day; grandparents, Walter and Shirley Day and Manford and Betty Ripple. Derek is survived by his sons, Logan and Eli Day; mother, Debra Day; brother, Daniel Day; sister, Dianna Gibson (Fred); aunts, Carol Derflinger (Ron), Karen Bauer (Jawn), Dianna Johnson (Matt) and Cheryl Higgs (Ron); uncle, David Day; nieces, Paige and Tori Gibson, and Keira Day; and numerous cousins. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2020, at Alexander North Chapel. Memorial contributions can be made to Logan and Eli Day Fund c/o of Old National Bank. Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderNorthChapel.com.