William Eugene Ayers

William Ayers passed away leaving a legacy of love, family, and cherished memories.

Born on September 12, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of George William Ayers and Jewell Meglene Evans. William was the proud second oldest of 11 children.

A man of many passions, William worked dedicatedly at JP's Barbecue for over 20 years. He was a deeply loving and caring person who found his greatest joy in family gatherings. Whether he was cooking up a meal, casting a fishing line, shooting pool, or playing a lively game of cards and Bid Whist, William knew how to bring people together.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Jewell Ayers; his brothers, Wesley, John, and Percy Ayers; his sisters, Wanda Lee Ayers Hazelwood, Wendy Kay Ayers McGowan, and Wilma Jamesetta Stallworth Butler; and his stepson, Markeiths Rhodes.

William's memory will be forever cherished by his long-life partner of over 20 years, Linda Rhodes; his Daughters: Teresa McClain, Eugena Torres, and Latonya Watson Moore (Kimberly Moore); and his Stepson: Levander Rhodes. He also leaves behind his Brothers: Walter E. Ayers, Weldon Donald Ayers, and Wendell Axle Ayers; his Sisters: Jewel Ayers and Mary Ayers; Brothers-in-Law: Tommy Bell and William Hazelwood along with a host of Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews, extended family, and dear friends.

William will be forever missed by all who knew and loved him.