Phillip Baxter Daye

Phillip Baxter Daye, 67, of Granite Falls passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025 at his son's home. Born October 9th, 1957, he was the son of Jack Duane Day Sr. and Mildred Ray Cox.

He is survived by his son, Mickey Daye and husband Ben Ramsey of Asheville; his sister, Karen Slayer and husband Robert Slayer of Blacklick, Ohio; two brothers, Duane Daye and wife Pam Daye of Richwood, Ohio, and David Daye of Hickory; and stepfather Bill Cox.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred Cox; his father Jack Day and his stepmother Judy Day; as well as his grandparents John Baxter Huffman and Ruby Huffman.

Phillip was a skilled furniture upholsterer, a craft he learned from his grandfather, John Baxter Huffman. Beyond his profession, Phillip was deeply committed to the recovery community. As an active member of the Just for Today NA Home Group, he devoted much of his life to helping others find the joys of sobriety. Through his involvement in NA and AA, he touched countless lives, offering guidance, support, and hope.

Phillip will be remembered for his generosity, strength, and unwavering dedication to uplifting others. His memory will continue to inspire all who knew and loved him.

In honor of Phillip’s legacy, the family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the POSTS NA Convention, https://buy.stripe.com/14k4hgbBQ0Xw1qg8wy, a cause he worked tirelessly to support until his passing.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 12:00 - 2:00 PM on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Caring Cremations, 609 Highland Ave SE, Hickory, NC, 28602.

Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Daye family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.