John E. 'Jack' Ayers

Message from Tim Torres

Jack Ayers was a great baseball coach and a great family friend. He made a great impact on my life which I carry everyday. I love Jack Ayers and his family. We miss you Ayers family. RIP. Tim and Gloria Torres.

Message from Fred Taylor

Sorry to hear about Jack's passing. I did not know about his death until a couple days ago when I was out of state. To his family and friends, I wish to express my sincere apologies.

A candle was lit by Fred Taylor on November 6, 2017 3:44 AM

Message from Jeff Mercier

As the case with many in the great town of Walton, Jack was a pillar of the community, a standard bearer for the Lewis Cass Kings and a fine man and gentleman. He leaves a wonderful legacy and memories and we all were better off for knowing him. My sincere condolences to the family and close friends during this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Lisa Benedict on October 25, 2017 9:36 PM

Message from Daryl (Pete) Petrig

Jack and I started together in kindergarten at Washington grade school. Soon I was walking up Melbourne to Jack's house for whatever game or sport was in season. I was privileged to stand in for the brother Jack never had. Bud and Thelma were like godparents for me. One year I sent Bud a Father's Day card.
The years brought trips to see the Cubs, cub scouts, summer softball as the West Side Tigers (me pitching, Jack at shortstop}, meals at Harvey's where I once dated the girl he had his eye on. Yes, it was 75 years of brotherhood.
We were both concerned for our wives in recent months and would cry through our phone calls. We ended one recent call each telling the other that we loved him.
God speed, Jack.

Pete

Message from Kell Ayers (3rd son)

Mr. Petrie,

Thank you for your much-appreciated thoughts here. Dad spoke of you often and felt terrible for you with your wife's recent health problems. Your 75 year friendship truly meant the world to him, so best wishes to you and thank you again for thinking as much of our father as we, his kids and family, did.

Sincerely,

Kelly

Message from Pat St Clair

MY thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thank you for sharing Jack with all of us throughout the years. So many wonderful memories. May God surround you with Love and Peace.

A candle was lit by Debbie Hines on October 25, 2017 6:23 AM

A candle was lit by Braxton Shidler on October 24, 2017 2:35 PM

A candle was lit by The Steve Deniston Family on October 24, 2017 12:09 PM

A candle was lit by Jen & Ralph Koppe on October 24, 2017 11:09 AM

A candle was lit by The Deeter Family on October 24, 2017 10:55 AM

Message from Walt and Lindy Deeter

Walt and I are so sorry your loss. Gonna miss you Jack, always giving us a "HI Neighbor" from across the creek. Our kids loved you dearly. (best drivers ed teacher EVER). God Bless the Ayers family. Thinking of you all and keeping your family in our prayers.

Message from Robert Hawkins

Sorry for your loss.Mr Ayers was every good teacher all around person,a man of few words with me but he got his point across clearly classroom as well as baseball.We,ll be missed.God bless him and his family.

A candle was lit by The Hawkins Family Russell Alice Robert.God Bless you. on October 24, 2017 9:49 AM

Message from Grace Csrey Smith, TTHS Class of '63

My favorite memory of Mr. A. County tourney time my senior year. Newspaper called school wanting cheerleaders to come in for photo. Not many students had cars or drove to school. Mr. Cole, You can use Mr. A's car and we'll pay him mileage with the miles for driver's ed. Mr. A comes to office, "Well, Barb doesn't have a license, I had Anita and Pat in Driver's Ed. Grace-you drive."
Mr. A will be missed very much by our class

Message from Judi Spitznogle Lucas

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Many lives were impacted in a positive way due to your dad. He made learning fun and made lasting memories with many students. He will be remembered with fondness.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Judi Spitznogle Lucas

A candle was lit by Judi Spitznogle Lucas on October 24, 2017 7:49 AM

A candle was lit by Daryl “Pete” Petrig on October 23, 2017 3:55 PM

A candle was lit by Chris Cain on October 23, 2017 10:51 AM

A candle was lit by L Gibbs on October 23, 2017 10:44 AM

Message from Mark Kuhn

My heartfelt condolence to the Ayers family. Coach was truly a good man and will be missed. He touched so many lives in so many ways. Thanks Coach for touching mine. I will never forget all you have done for me. Rest in Peace Coach.
Mark Kuhn

A candle was lit by Tara Hungate on October 22, 2017 11:23 AM

Message from Tara Hungate

Jack will be missed. I have many wonderful memories of Jack as a teacher, but mostly as a very good friend to me and our family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Ayers family.

A candle was lit by Lewis Cass class of 1977 on October 22, 2017 11:20 AM

A candle was lit by Brooke (winters) Bryant on October 21, 2017 9:46 PM

A candle was lit by Leda (Grider) Ulery on October 21, 2017 5:54 PM

A candle was lit by Denise Morgan on October 21, 2017 4:01 PM

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Sending prayers to the Ayers kids. I am so sorry for you losing your Pop, he was a great guy. Thank you for sharing him with me for the past 18 years. I really got to know your Mom and Dad as true loyal friends. I will miss them so much, they were like family to me. If there is anything I can do for you guys please let me know. Remembering you all in my prayers. Love ya Denise

A candle was lit by Adrienne on October 21, 2017 3:57 PM

Message from Elaine Sutton

Jack was a great guy and I'm glad I knew him. Praying for all of you.

A candle was lit by The Sutton Family on October 21, 2017 2:47 PM

A candle was lit by John and Becky Crowe on October 21, 2017 10:51 AM

A candle was lit by Lisa on October 21, 2017 9:33 AM

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To my "favorite" father-in-law: As I write this, I can still hardly believe that you are gone, and I'm only beginning to realize how much I am going to miss you!! I can hear your response to "How are you?" of "Lovely to look at, delightful to hold and pleasant to talk to...and all around full of you-know-what!". Ha!Ha! I love you and will miss you like crazy until we meet again...

A candle was lit by Lisa on October 21, 2017 9:21 AM

A candle was lit by Stephanie (Young) Piercefield on October 21, 2017 9:11 AM

A candle was lit by Joell Gordon Van Winkle on October 21, 2017 8:50 AM

A candle was lit by Eve DeHaven & Bon Shedron- You will be truely missed. on October 21, 2017 8:30 AM

Message from Sandra Hipsher Hulsizer

Thoughts and prayers to Jack's family. I graduated with Jack and have many fond memories from school and our class reunions. He will be missed.

Message from Danny D Rush

Condolences! Lots of fond high school memories. Great teacher, great coach.

Message from Judy Segraves

My heartfelt prayers and condolences go to the beautiful family of Jack. Jack was a coach and teacher to all of my children and just an all around good man. He will be missed.

A candle was lit by Bob and Gayle Edgerly on October 20, 2017 10:55 PM

A candle was lit by Margie Hoagland Jester on October 20, 2017 10:39 PM

Message from Brian Boe

To Rovena and all of the Ayers family,

It was with great sadness that I heard about the passing of this wonderful, caring, teacher and Coach. He was both of things in many more ways than just on the ball field or classroom. Our family friendship goes back nearly 50 years. We have many wonderful memories of getting together with your family. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I'm just so glad that he and I got to see our beloved Cubs win the Big One last year. Love y'all.

Brian Boe

Message from Ray & Jeanne Wagner

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. I'm SO sorry we won't be able to be there for you, as we are in Florida for a couple months. May our loving God wrap His arms around your family & give you comfort & peace during this difficult time. We have highest regards for the Ayres family & have enjoyed our friendship for many years. Hugs, love, & prayers to all of you.

A candle was lit by Ray & Jeanne Wagner 40 on October 20, 2017 7:26 PM

A candle was lit by Chaplain Sheri DuMont-Hale on October 20, 2017 5:38 PM

Message from Stephen Kovacs (and Kay in Spirit)

I know Jack because his beautiful daughter, Janalee, married my son Bill 28 years ago. Jack and Rovena taught her many lessons that allowed them to raise a great family of 4 children. The family is a very tight knit group, especially when it comes to cheering for the Cubs. When they won the World Series, Jack knew that he could now Rest in Peace. May you be truly Blessed in that great dugout in Heaven, Jack.

A candle was lit by Marlene & Charles Remley on October 20, 2017 12:09 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A RAY OF SUNSHINE was ordered on October 20, 2017

Message from Jayne Small

My thoughts are of the good times we had teaching together, being friends, fellow Cub fans, and many other times. Jack and Rovena were special friends to Tom and I. My prayers for strength at this time.

A candle was lit by The Class of 1980 on October 20, 2017 8:22 AM

A candle was lit by Karen Turner Maple on October 19, 2017 5:27 PM

A candle was lit by Lewis Cass Class of 1974 on October 19, 2017 4:58 PM

A candle was lit by Andrea Shidler Spencer on October 19, 2017 1:03 PM

Message from Brian Walters

I was fortunate enough to have Mr. Ayers as a teacher and neighbor. Just a great guy all around. My sympathy to all of the Ayers family.

A candle was lit by Dee Ann Fiedler, David Garbert &a Mark Fiedler & Family on October 19, 2017 12:37 PM

A candle was lit by Susan (Bowyer) Brewer on October 19, 2017 10:01 AM

Message from The Whitney Family

My thoughts are tied to the Ayers family at this time, both Mr. and Mrs. Ayers impacted my life through education and coaching. Their contributions to the Southeastern school system can never be duplicated as they lived for each of their students and we all felt their compassion and passion for our education. Jack was my coach for many years and I will forever remember the lessons he taught me and my teammates. I pray you have found Peace Jack and know you will forever be watching over your students!

A candle was lit by Brian & Chris Roller on October 19, 2017 4:44 AM

A candle was lit by Sandy Sturdivant on October 19, 2017 1:10 AM

Message from Carolyn ( Cox) Long

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I fondly remember Mr Ayers and his famous yellow leisure suit. He made learning fun and enjoyable. I learned a lot about those Cubs. RIP

A candle was lit by Samantha Cavill Cahill and the Hartwich family on October 18, 2017 11:04 PM

Message from Samantha Hartwich Cavill

Love and light to the Ayers family! Jack was an amazing teacher, a wonderful coach and one of the best human meetings I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. So many wonderful memories. When my mom passed Jack was there that night for my dad and when we returned from her funeral in Wisconsin he delivered a 5 course meal Ravina had prepared for us. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and her failing health. Prayers for everyone touched by this amazing couple...

Message from A Former Student

Rovena and Family, Thinking fondly and prayerfully of Jack, Rovena and family during this sad time. Jack and Rovena were my grade school and high school teachers. I remember Jack shooting ball with the guys in the gym, and way back in the day he refereed elementary and high school games that I played in then for several years Jack was scorekeeper and or announcer at LC games. The both of you are well remembered and held in high regard. Forever grateful for the influence both of you had on my life. Sending my deepest condolences. May you find Peace.

A candle was lit by Jim & Sue Kinnaman on October 18, 2017 2:03 PM

Message from paula gaumer tooke

My deepest condolences to the Ayers family.