Joseph Campbell Day

Joe Day had an essential mission. In his own words, he lived “to serve the greater purpose of preserving the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country”. He practiced what he preached. From the lofty heights of his magnificently restored Wimberley, TX hilltop, Mt. Joe, you could see tomorrow and beyond.

Joseph Campbell Day passed peacefully on February 2, 2022 at his home in Wimberley at age 66. The cause was complications from treatment for cancer.

Joe was raised by his mother, Doris Day Swanner, in Rollingwood near the banks of Austin’s crown jewels, Barton Springs and Barton Creek. It was there that he developed his love of the Texas Hill Country and the crystal clear springs that make it special.

Joe Day moved from Austin to Wimberley in 1996 after selling his successful business, Hazcorp Environmental Services. He immediately became involved in local civic affairs. Through the years, Joe was president of the Wimberley Valley Watershed Association, served on the Executive Committee of the Cypress Creek Watershed Protection Plan, the Blanco Water Reclamation task force, and boards and committees of many organizations involved in the arts and commerce. Joe obtained Master Naturalist certification and led hundreds of visitors through nature walks.

Joe was widely read on the subjects of philosophy, strategic thinking and emerging management theory. His problem solving skills were in great demand and Joe was always willing to help. Joe Day was the most kind and generous person that anyone would ever hope to meet. He truly ‘didn’t have a mean bone in his body’.

Joe was cherished by his family and he regularly accompanied them on vacations and joined them for holiday celebrations. He also had a soft spot for animals. Joe particularly indulged his rescue cat Big Boy, who loyally stayed by Joe’s side until the end.

Joe was preceded in death by his mother (Doris Day Swanner) and his father (James Milton Day). He is survived by his brother Jimmy (Jennifer), niece Meagan and nephews Dakota and Carson. The family extends special thanks to Joe’s ex-wife Barbara Graham and to his friend Chris Christian, both of whom provided essential support.

There will be a memorial service at Mt. Joe, 131 Secret Springs Road in Wimberley, at 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 19. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wimberley Valley Watershed Association.