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Nora Mitchell Daye

07/31/1935 - 08/11/2026

Obituary For Nora Mitchell Daye

Nora Mitchell Daye, 91, was born on Wednesday, July 31, 1935 and passed on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

Funeral Service:

Monday, August 17, 2026
Visitation: 12:00 PM
Funeral: 1:00 PM

Location: Peace Missionary Baptist Church | 2608 NC Hwy NC-55 Durham, NC 27713

Interment: Woodlawn Memorial Park

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My heart is with you you guys. I love Miss Daye n will miss her.

Calvin Clemmons sr

Condolences to the Daye family and the Peace Missionary Baptist Church family. May her life well lived continue to be a comfort and an inspiration.

Beverly Harrington Falls, M.D..

Daye and Mitchell Families: My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Daye in 1979. She was always very nice and kind and had the most beautiful smile. Mrs. Daye also exhibited other characteristics such as being soft-spoken, thoughtful and caring. May her precious memories help to comfort you and give you strength in the days ahead as I know they will live forever in all of our hearts. Asking God to wrap His loving arms around each of you and continue to hold you close during this difficult time. Prayers, hugs and much love. Sleep in Heavenly peace Mrs. Daye.

Diane Cox

To the entire Daye family. It is with heartfelt sadness that we say goodbye to Sis Daye, the epitome of a GOD fearing woman. My most cherished memories upon returning to Peace for a visit was to take a picture with her as we both loved our hats. She will be missed,but we rest in the assurance that she now is experiencing eternal rest.

Sincerely, Sherry Ferguson

Sherry Burkett Ferguson

Karen and the entire Daye family we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers during this difficult time.

Roy & Joan Graves

The family of Sheila P. Gray and the Foster children, Sierra, Grayson and Sophia extend our deep condolences to the family of First Lady Daye. She was a BEAUTIFUL, Kind, and PEACEFUL Spirit, with a sweet disposition and gentle smile. May her Rest be in Peace. 🙏🏾

Sheila P. Gray

Sincere condolences to the Daye Family.

Cynthia Daye Meekins

Cynthia Meekins

Praying for the entire family. May God give you the strength each and every day moving forward 🙏.

Shannon Williamson

My deepest sympathy I love y'all, mama was guarding angel I love her to pieces always will get your rest first lady!!!!!!

Tashia Townes

The Walker family extends our deepest sympathies to the Daye Family. Mrs. Daye was one of the most respectful people you would ever meet. Her smile was always so warm, and affectionate, her heart was pure. She was truly the epitome of a First Lady. She called us her Walker Daughters. Mere words cannot begin to express how deeply she will be missed. Gone but truly never forgotten. Love your Walker Family❤️

Andre Walker Smith

To the Daye and Mitchell, I send my deepest sympathy and love to you during this time. Though my late husband Deacon Johnny Johnson were longtime members of Greater Saint Paul, and later united with Union Baptist Church, the Daye's were our long time neighbors, and we became close knit community friends! Memories we will forever cherish for a lifetime. Be encouraged family. Though I'm now confined myself I'm there in spirit and will be sending my physical condolences via mail.

The Family of Johnny Johnson, Marilyn, Johnny Jr, Kimberly, Kyle.

Marilyn Johnson

My deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved First Lady. Having once been a member of the church, I will always remember her grace, warmth, and beautiful presence. She carried herself with such elegance, especially in the beautiful hats she wore, and her faith and kindness touched many lives. May the Lord strengthen and comfort her family, loved ones, and church community during this time of sorrow. 🙏🏽

Rev. Dr. Christina Lahowah Jones

First of all, my heartfelt condolences to the entire family of Mrs. Daye. I pray that God will grant you the strength, comfort, and peace you need during this difficult time, and that you will find the courage to continue in the way Mrs. Daye would have wanted you to.

Greetings are coming from Gloria Walters in Jamaica, daughter of the late Annie Grimes. As a matter of fact, I had the privilege of getting to know this amazing family through the beautiful friendship my mother shared with Mrs. Daye. They communicated very regularly, and my mother always spoke of Mrs. Daye and her children with such admiration, affection, and the highest praise.

When I finally had the opportunity to meet Mrs. Daye and the rest of the family, I immediately understood why the Daye family received so many wonderful accolades from everyone who knew them. There was something very special about Mrs. Daye.

As I came to know her better, I especially admired her quiet and gentle persona. She did not have to be loud to make her presence felt. She carried herself with such grace, dignity, and class, always accompanied by that beautiful, warm smile. And I certainly cannot forget how lovely she always looked in her beautiful outfits, completed by those perfectly matching hats. She had a style and elegance that were uniquely hers.

What a lovely woman Mrs. Daye was. She leaves behind not only a loving family, but also beautiful memories in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her. I feel blessed that, through the friendship she shared with my mother, I too had the opportunity to know and appreciate such a gracious and remarkable woman.

May Mrs. Daye rest peacefully, and may the love she gave, the example she set, and the memories she created continue to bring comfort to her family for many years to come. REST IN POWER, MY SISTER

gloria mangum walters

We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dearly beloved former First Lady and friend Sister Nora Daye. She served with love, grace and dedication along with Pastor William Daye at Peace Missionary Baptist Church. It was an honor and blessing to know and love Sister Daye. Prayers and condolences to the family at this difficult time. Deacon & Deaconess J Ellis & Phyllis Ratliff

J Ellis & Phyllis Ratliff

God be with you and your family. Anything I can do for you please let me know. You know my number. I love you, And. you are my girl, my baby.I'm praying to God that he will helpyou and your family will get through this. It's gonna take time. Don't rush it. I love you.

Lucy

My forever First Lady has gone to be with the Lord and Rev Daye. A beautiful woman of God, inward and outward. Someone we could watch for guidance. A woman of grace. I will forever hold 2 special memories, helping her find her keys and assisting her with walking. Rest well, First Lady.

Frances “Teenia” Lunsford

May God be with the daye family. Keith Wilson ❤️❤️

Keith Wilson

Karen and Family, Please accept our condolences on the transitioning of your mother from time to eternity. Lean on Jesus Christ. The Dixon and Pickett Family

Darius Dixon

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of First Lady Nora Magdeline Mitchell Daye. A First Lady is a very special woman one of whom God has handpicked to walk alongside a pastor, supporting the ministry and helping to carry out the weill and work of God. Mrs. Daye was truly one of those women. She was one of the First Ladies I looked up to and admired. I admired her grace, poise, beauty, wisdom, spiritual life, and especially the loving way she embraced the congregation. Sometimes people read books, attend classes, and study for years trying to learn what it means to be a servant in the Kindgom of God. I had the privilege of simply watching Mrs. Daye. It always seemed to me that she knew what to say, how to carry herself, and even how to dress for every occassion. The beautiful smile on her face let all of us know how deeply she loved her late husband, Pastor William Daye, her family, her church family, and most importantly, God. My education at Duke Divinity School required an investment for every course I took. Yet some of my greatest lessons I learned about being a pastor's wife and a First Lady did not come from a text book or a classroom. They came without a tuition bill. I learned them by observing a Woman of God who faithfully served beside her husband and pastor. Mrs. Daye, thank you for allowing your life to be a lesson to women like me. Thank you for showing us how to serve with dignity, grace, humility, love, and faithfulness. You served well. You finished your course. You kept the faith. May God bless your beautiful and amazing soul. Thank you for being such a wonderful role model for First Ladies throughout the world, and women who are married to pastors. Rest Well, First Lady Nora Magdeline Daye. Your life spoke for you, and your legacy will continue to teach generation of women wh follow in your footsteps. Rest in Heaven! With love, honor and heartfelt sympathy, Rev. Pebbles Lindsay-Lucas, First Chronicles Community Church

Rev. Pebbles Lindsay-Lucas

To the family of Sis.Nora Daye I send my sincere condolences. I pray that God will surround you all with His love, peace, strength and comfort both now and in the days ahead.

Floretta L Walls

To sister Daye family and friends I truly will miss the angel of our ministry. So many years always joking with her and Pastor Daye and making her laugh. My condolences to family and friends.

Rev. James R. Kent

What an awesome and sweet lady Mrs. Daye was. Rev. Daye was my friend, mentor, and confidant, and Mrs. Daye let us eat out almost every week. She was so kind and generous to me. Barbara and I will surely miss her. To the family, please know that you have our condolences and prayers. We are here for you.

Dr. James W. Smith

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.