Mr. Charles \u201cCharlie\u201d H. Ayers, Jr., 57 of Grant, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Shepherd\u2019s Cove. A celebration of life was held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at New Life Methodist Church.
\nCharlie was born on Wednesday, November 28, 1962 to Charles Henry Ayers, Sr. and Doris Franks Ayers. A lifelong resident of Grant, he worked for Kennamer Brothers Trucking for 25 years. Always active in his community, Charlie served in the United States Air Force, was a volunteer fireman, a member of the Grant Town Council and coached various sports for his children as they grew up. Charlie, a man of faith, was also involved in New Life Methodist Church. After becoming a member in 1993, he served as a lay leader for 10 years.
\nHe is survived by his wife, Greta Knight Ayers; son, Charles Henry Ayers, III; daughters, Laura Grace Ayers, Hannah Elizabeth Ayers; sisters, Kathy (Mike) Giles, Patty (Johnny) Rice; aunts, Judy Franks, Betty Walls; uncles, Garland Franks, Orville Ayers; several nieces and nephews.
\nHe was preceded in death by his parents.
\nDonations may be made to New Life United Methodist Church and\/or Shepherd\u2019s Cove Hospice<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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