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Day was quiet, but determined, and got the job done continued from p.3 In December 1970, Day lost in a municipal election to incumbent McLean (Mac) Anderson in a bid to become mayor of Oakville. Though Day lived to be nearly 100, he always recalled how, as a baby, he was aboard the British passenger ship Lusitania as it travelled to England in April 1915. One month, and just two ocean crossings later, the Lusitania was sunk by a German U-boat on May 7 -- 1,200 people died. A stickler for detail, a saver and storyteller, Day, as a child, began a diary of his life. He preserved documents and reminiscences of his time in public life and when he was prepared to throw them away, Leblovic convinced him to keep three separate albums devoted to his time on the conservation authority, Oakville Town council and county council. "My father was a really organized man," said Leblovic. "It's really wonderful for the family to have (the albums)." She also has his service cap during his time as a Flying Officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force. Day trained as a rear air gunner and wireless (radio) operator on Lancaster Bombers. He went to England in January 1945. Leblovic said her father never saw frontline action, but did all the training and developed significant hearing loss due to his wartime duties. Among her prized possessions is her father's military service medals and training log book. Among the interesting tidbits inside it was a 11 | Thursday, January 16, 2014 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com I don't think I knew someone in public office, who was as much a gentleman as Allan Day was... He was soft-spoken and I don't think he had a bad word to say about anybody. He worked toward a consensus. He was well liked by his constituents in Oakville. Dave Coons Burlington mined. If something needed to be addressed or changed, he would do it, quietly." Day was also a member of the Oakville Legion and the Masonic Lodge and, after moving to Burlington, worked with seniors support groups. In a 2006 interview, Day said life was difficult following the death of his wife, but that, "I've enjoyed my whole life, no regrets whatsoever." Besides his three children, Day is survived by his sister Joan Grant, eight grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, one great, great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Day's life will be held on Saturday, May 3 at 1 p.m. at Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Rd. W., in Oakville. Audiology and Hearing Aid Centre Yes, we have INVISIBLE hearing instruments! Over the last 3 years, hearing instrument technology has become miniature, small enough to fit deep into the ear canal allowing for use during active sports. For some patients, the slim fit option is preferred. These miniature options are available in all price ranges of high performance digital instruments. If cosmetics has been your concern, drop by to see how tiny they have become and hear the difference for yourself. HEARING SCIENCES reference to him being paid $7 per day while in the RCAF . She says the family still has the three-dozen postcards he sent home while serving overseas. Among Day's jobs in Ontario was as a young labourer working on improvements to the QEW highway in 1938 at a wage of 30 cents an hour. Later, he worked as a tanner in Toronto and Oakville, then for 25 years at Air Coils Manufacturing in Oakville and finally for the Halton Centennial Manor retirement home in Milton. Day lived at Churchill Co-op Apartments on Lakeshore Road for 36 years. There he befriended Edith Hawboldt and her husband for about 20 years. "He was a charming man and so interesting to talk to with all his experiences," said Edith Hawboldt. "I never saw Allan angry, but he was deter- If you've forgotten what fair, professional service feels like, call us and prepare to be amazed! SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! Call (905) 465-3277 (EARS) to book your complimentary hearing test ($60 value, Age 55+) OAKVILLE 2419 Marine Drive WIDE SELECTION OF VANITIES TO CHOOSE FROM LARGEST COLLECTION Free In-Home co De rating Service (1st Hour) EVERYTHING ON SALE! NO TAX EVENT! In Stock Merchandise Only. Some restrictions apply. Delivery Service Available FIREPLACE & ENTERTAINMENT UNIT WIDE SELECTION OF VANITIES TO CHOOSE FROM CLEARANCE BEDROOM SET FLOOR MODEL 30% OFF FAMOUS EUROPEAN BRAND NAMES ALL UNDER ONE ROOF CLEARANCE FLOOR MODEL 7 PIECE DINING SET ONLY $999 · INGEBORG'S WAREHOUSE Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 to 5 Sat. 10-5 Sun. 11 to 4 NOW IN TWO LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU BETTER 1681 FINFAR COURT, MISSISSAUGA BURLINGTON MALL 905-635-8779 SOUTH OAKVILLE CENTRE 905-847-2975 LOOK FOR US ON 905.823.7415 · Classique -Decor.com (formerly hopedale mall)