James L. Day
Victor – Passed away on January 29, 2026, at St. James Hospital in Hornell. Jim is survived by his daughter, Susan Morsch of Farmington and her daughter, Georgana; son, Jeffrey Day of Bloomfield; daughter-in-law, Jamie Day and their children, James A., Jana, Johnny, and Jack Day; his beloved partner, Nancy Boggs; his sister Gloria White of Virginia Beach; his sister-in-law, Toni Day of Wayne, NY; as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews on both sides of the family.
James was married to his loving wife Barbara for 54 years, until her untimely passing.
Jim graduated Bradford Central School and then SUNY Alfred. He went on to found the James L. Day Company. The 50-year-old company is headquartered in Victor, NY and continues his legacy of creating healthy, safe, and comfortable learning environments for children.
James was blessed with many wonderful friends and family in Victor, Hammondsport, and Wellesley Island and was loved by all who knew him.
Calling hours will be held on Monday February 9 from 3:00 – 6:00 PM at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, EGYPT LOCATION, 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd., Fairport, and a Service will be held Tuesday February 10 at 11:00 AM. Interment Boughton Hill Cemetery, Victor. Donations may be made in his honor to the American Heart Association.
33 responses to “Day, James L.”
Jim was the best boss,mentor and friend ever.Jim and Barb were like another set of parents to the many people they helped out over the years.
Jim was a very good man. Honest, compassionate, and patient. I enjoyed the opportunity to work with him.
I have no words I’m so sorry!
There are no words to express the sadness I feel and the heavy heart I have. There are so many special memories that I have of your dad and family. The most precious memory I will always have is the 63 amazing years of friendship that were shared by my dad and yours. They had what I saw as brotherly love and were there for each other through thick and through thin. His passing is a huge loss. Please know the love that our family will always have for yours.
Nancy and family
We are so sorry for your loss, Jim was a special person who we loved and we will miss him so much.
RIP Jim.
Jim was an amazing mentor and a wonderful friend. We will miss him so much.
Jim loved connecting with others and truly cared about their well-being. His leadership, mentorship, and gentle spirit will be deeply missed.
I never had the pleasure of meeting Jim, but as an employee of Day Automation going on 6 years now, I’m grateful for the company he founded and the positive impact it has had on me and my family. My sincere condolences to his loved ones.
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Jim. He was an instrument to my success in my carrier and my attitude, he taught me so much. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jim and the family.
I am so sorry to learn of Jim’s passing. He was a man that carried great respect for his family, his friends, his employees, and all the people in passing that were clients. He was a man of his word and ran his business on a solid reputation of service.
Will miss you, Jim. You taught us all how to live and work with honor, respect, and love.
Very sorry to here this news Jeff.
Your dad leaves an incredible legacy, you must be very proud.
A good man, I knew him through ASHRAE and RG&E energy….my privilege to have known him!
We knew Jim through the Genesee Valley Antique Car Society (GVACS). He had some beautiful antique cars. He served as an Officer (Secretary) for three years and planned some interesting tours for our group. He was a kind man and an absolutely pleasant person. We were privileged to know him.
Jerry and Nancy Huffman
Jim was an outstanding person
He taught me so much and will truly be missed
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family
May he RIP
My heart breaks. Jim was such an amazing man. He was always so kind. His family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jim gave me my first coop job as an RIT mechanical engineering student. He was a great mentor and I think of him often even though we have not kept in touch. He lives on now through everyone he touched in a positive way throughout his life. To live in hearts that love is not to die. My deepest condolences to all of his family and friends.
Jim was a great mentor to me and so many others. He led by example and truly cared about his clients and doing the right thing. He founded an outstanding company. I am honored that I personally got to work with Jim and all the work that we accomplished together at the Syracuse City School District. Our condolences to the Day family.
My deepest sympathy to Jim’s family. I knew Jim on a professional basis, from when he started the company. Always a professional and a smile on his face.
I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. It was truly an honor to know him. His legacy is a rightful testament to just the kind of man he was. The world could sure use more like him. My deepest condolences and respect for his family.
My deepest sympathy to Jeff and the family. Jim hired me fresh out of college as a Jr. Engineer and I will be forever thankful for that opportunity. For those who remember, Jim partnered with a utility company to form a company called Daymetrix where I worked as an Electrical Design Engineer from 95’-98’. I have dozens of stories from that experience and all bring a smile to my face. God bless you Jim and thanks for the memories.
When Jim joined our car club (GVACS) he became a good friend. We appreciated him planning some tours and also serving as secretary. It was a pleasure knowing Jim. He was well respected and a gentleman. Thanks to Jim we also enjoy the friendship of Nancy.
Jerry & Marlene Kier
Jeff, I am stunned that your father passed within days of mine and services so similar. Your father was such a good man. I’m gutted I won’t be able to be at the service. Please know I’m sending love and prayers to you and your family. ❤️
Jim was a great boss to me at JCI. He was a inventor and well respected by his piers.
My deepest condolences to his family, I highly respected him and everything he has accomplished.
Gary and I have been friends with Barb and Jim since high school in Hammondsport, NY. His wife Barb was in our wedding and I was in their wedding. We spent so much time together and continued to see them through the last 60 years. Prayers for his whole family. Jim was so kind, caring, always interested in how we and our family was doing. Loved Jim’s laugh. His smile would light up a room. Such a shock to hear of his passing. Gary and I wish we lived closer to help the family. Sending prayers to Nancy. God Bless❤🙏
Bob and I were so blessed to know Jim. We played cards quite often and always had a great time. Jim was funny, kind hearted man and always a gentleman. Jim was very humble and never really said much about his life accomplishments but we knew what a special person he was. Rest In Peace our Dear Friend we will miss you always.
My condolences to Jeff and his family. I worked with Jim and Jeff and the experience was a pleasure. My sympathies go out to all who will miss his personality and humor
I had the great fortune and blessing to have started work for Jim when he was operating his business from his home in Fairport. Jim was my mentor, father figure and friend. Jim lived life by example of values he held dear- Love of Family, Integrity, Honesty and Hard Work. I also had the blessing of knowing Barb Day. I will always remember her wonderful smile when she greeted you. My wife and I felt like they made us part of their extended family.
Special people like Jim and Barb create a place in your soul and they leave wonderful memories to cherish.
I’ve been working for Day Automation for 17 years. I met the founder and we just clicked. I’ve been on more sales calls with Jim Day than everybody else put together. His late wife said to me, she knew when he was going on a call with me because he was really happy the night before. We talked about everything and anything. He had more stints than humanly possible but his heart doctor was epic. I asked him what it was like to have a heart attack. He told me about the 1st time, he pulled over, rolled around in the snow bashing his chest. And then went on to his scheduled meeting 😂I had so much respect for the guy, when we went to lunch he would have the greasiest thing on the menu. Not a salad, legend. He was like my American dad. He eventually retired and I always kept in contact. I asked him advice about retirement, he said don’t leave it too long. Into each life some pain must fall. ❤️
Jim was my friend, my neighbor, and my client. I simply loved the man. His sweet and gracious personality flowed from him effortlessly; it was simply who he was. Jim was a natural- clever, honest, and respected by all who knew him. I will miss him dearly and will cherish every memory I have of him forever.
Jeff, please accept my most sincere condolences on the passing of you dad. Jim was a great mentor and a beacon of integrity and innovation in the controls industry. I’ve enjoyed many conversations with him over the years about the nuances of various control strategies and was so impressed by his depth of understanding and ability to lead and teach in this field. I wish I had had the chance to see how he applied himself to other pursuits. You and you family are lucky to have had him for that too. Best regards, Rick
Jeff, condolences to you and your family! Jim was a quality person who’s word was his bond, from my time as a young engineer right up till my retirement your dad was always showing me something new and teaching a different way to look at HVAC problems. He will be missed!
I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I offer condolences to all of his family and friends. I was honored to know him over many years. I know he will be missed by many as he was an expert in his field. I worked at Day Automation for many years, and found Jim to be a friend to many in that company and to all his customers as well. God bless his family and rest Jim’s soul.