Patricia Ann Day Port Falls, Idaho Obituary

Patricia Ann Day

Patricia (Pat) Ann Macey Caloca Day, born on September 4th, 1945, to Virginia Dare Reese and George Herbert Macey in Logan, Utah.<br>At a very young age the family moved from Logan, Utah, and relocated in the Sunshine State of California where she began to create marvelous memories. In her youth she lived in the cities of Oakland and Pleasant Hill, alongside her four younger brothers and sisters. In high school she discovered she had a passion for theatre. Thanks to her cherished teacher Mr. Grey, that passion would unequivocally influence and impact countless lives.<br>At age 17 the family moved to Denver, Colorado. Pat moved only as far as Provo, Utah to begin her studies at Brigham Young University, where she earned a BA in English/Speech/Drama. After enduring many surgeries and health challenges in her youth, she had initially envisioned herself becoming a nurse. She soon discovered, however, that chemistry and biology were not her “cup of tea”. With much thought and reflection, she turned to the love that had been kindled in her high school drama class and decided to pursue a career in Theatre Education.<br>She began her teaching career in Ft. Lupton, Colorado. Two years later, in 1971, she accepted a position teaching Reading at Coeur d’Alene Jr High School. In 1974 she had the opportunity to take over the Theatre Program in Coeur d’Alene High School, delivering her first successful production of Guys and Dolls. It was the start of a successful career as a Theatre Teacher that thrived through decades. She taught at Coeur d’Alene High School for 38 years where she developed wonderful and lasting relationships with students, friends, and the community. Teaching in Coeur d’Alene was a” heavenly experience”. She cherished the wonderful memories of her career.<br>Pat and her beloved husband Mark enjoyed a beautiful life full of international and cross-country adventures and served three missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. As missionaries, they continued to edify and impact countless lives through their love and service.<br>After a year of dealing with cancer, she passed on to heaven on Tuesday, May 10,2022 where she will continue her adventures. God be with you till we meet again!<br>Pat was preceded in death by her mother, father, infant brother Kent; and her first husband Frank Caloca Jr. She is survived by her sweetheart Mark Day; step- sons and step-daughters Steven, Dean, Debbie, and Yvonne; her brothers Herb and Steve Macey, sisters Becky Cox and Angela Carter; and many nieces, nephews and countless “adopted daughters, sons, and grandchildren who she loved as if they were her own.<br>Pat has requested in Lieu of Flowers a donation be made to the Malad Valley Heritage Square project where her great-grand parents log home is being restored.<br>Samaria Community Foundation<br>4450 West 4500 South<br>Malad City, ID 83252<br><br>Viewing will be at Bell Tower Funeral Home on 3398 E Jenalan Ave, Post Falls, ID 83854 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday May 13, 2022, with funeral service Saturday May 14 at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 15151 N Meyer Rd, Rathdrum, ID 83858. <br><br>Pat will be buried at the Logan Cemetery at 1000 N 1200 East, Logan Utah at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2022. A brief graveside service will be held. Please visit Pat’s online memorial at www.belltowerfuneralhome.com.<br><br>Both the viewing and funeral services ae available on Youtube<br>Friday May 13th at 4:00 pm – https://youtu.be/pWpswZVorLs<br>Saturday May 14th at 10:00 Am – https://youtu.be/pvpTWINrvJs<br><br><br> <br>
September 4, 1945 - May 10, 202209/04/194505/10/2022
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Paul Clayton
May 23, 2022
We were very sad to hear of Pat's passing. It was such a joy to serve with her and Mark in the California San Diego Mission. They made many friends, and brought great light to many people. She had a powerful testimony of the Savior Jesus Christ, and we're sure she will b... Continue Reading
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Susie Sankey
May 17, 2022
Family of Pat:
So sorry to read about the passing of Pat. I didn't have the opportunity to visit with her as much as I would have like to, but enjoyed the time we had together. I was close friends with her father, Herb, which was my neighbor on Davis Circle in Hayden. ...
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William Smith
May 14, 2022
Pat was an extraordinary human being who taught me so many wonderful life lessons by the example she set. She lived her life with such amazing grace. I love her dearly, and will carry those lessons with me, as well as her beautiful and fun-loving memory.

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Curtis, Lena and PEYTON (substitute mouse) Cooley
May 13, 2022
Thank you for your love and passion in theatre, and for sharing it with the next generation. Know that your legacy will live on.

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Rebekkah Monitz Peone
May 12, 2022
Pat was a dear friend. She was the person who took me under her wing when I was a new teacher at CHS. And we remained friends after she retired. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Sending my condolences to her family.
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Toni Nicholas
May 11, 2022
My deepest condolences to her family. I was blessed to have been in her class twice between 7th and 12th grade. No other teacher was more loved and gave more love than Pat. Such sadness I feel today, but I know these tears of grief will turn to tears of joy when I see ... Continue Reading
A candle was posted for Patricia Ann Day.
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