Roxie Day

It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of our cherished Roxie Day, who departed this life on November 1, 2026. Roxie was born on March 3, 1938, in the nurturing embrace of Alamance County, North Carolina, to the late William "Bill" and Gladys Jeffries. Her life was a testament to the unwavering strength and grace she carried with her every day. Roxie was a beacon of warmth and kindness, known for her gentle spirit and unwavering dedication to her family. Her legacy is woven with the threads of love, resilience, and compassion that she imparted to all who had the privilege to know her. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Donnie Daye; her brother, James "Shorty" Jeffries; and her son, Joe Martin Jr., all of whom she held dear and now joins in eternal rest. Surviving Roxie are her children, who were the pride and joy of her life: Ricky (Shelia) Martin of Charlotte, NC; Graylnn (Linda) of Mebane, NC; and Doll Daye of Greensboro, NC. Her loving spirit will also be carried on by her two devoted sisters, Lucy Jeffries and Louise Jeffries, as well as her brother Benny (Isabella) Jeffries, all residing in Burlington. Roxie was a doting grandmother to three grandchildren and a cherished great-grandmother to six great-grandchildren, each of whom brought her immense joy. Roxie's life will be celebrated on November 6, 2026, at 2:53 PM at the Jeffries Cross Baptist Church, located on Jeffries Cross Road in Burlington, NC. Friends and family are invited to gather in her honor, to share stories, and to remember the remarkable woman who touched so many lives. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice, in Roxie's memory. The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the staff at Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital in Greensboro, NC, for their care and support. Roxie Day will be missed beyond measure, but her spirit will continue to inspire and guide those she leaves behind. May she rest in peace, surrounded by the love she so generously gave throughout her life.