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AYERS, Lewis, Sr. LEWIS EUGENE AYERS SR. Lewis Eugene Ayers Sr. passed away on Sunday, June 27, from complications of Parkinson's Disease. Mr. Ayers was born in Atlanta and lived most of his life in Mountain Park, GA. He served in the U. S. Navy during WWII stationed aboard the aircraft carrier Salerno Bay in the Pacific. He retired from Conditioned Air Engineers in 1986 after 30 years of service. He was a long time Member of Roswell United Methodist Church and was a member of the Seekers Sunday School class and the Travelers Club. He was a charter member of The Primetime Singers Choir. He served as president of the Mountain Park civic Club for several years and was a lifetime member of Mountain Park Volunteer fire and Rescue. Lewis Ayers was the first Fire Chief of the MPVFR. Mr. Ayers is survived by his wife of 62 years, Joyce; children Janet and Michael Cofer, Lewis Ayers Jr., Judith Finley; Grandchildren Joshua and Jamie Cofer, Sarah Mercer, Melissa Ayers, Mason Finley, and great-grandchildren Evan Mercer and Madison Cofer. He is also survived by sisters and brothers John and Jerry Thompson and Carolyn and Joe Wright. A memorial service will be held in the Chapel at Roswell United Methodist Church on Thursday, July 1st, at 1 :00 PM. (Visitation will be at 12 noon). Mountain Park Volunteer Fire and Rescue will serve as honorary escort. In lieu of flowery the family is requesting donations to Mountain Park Volunteer Fire and Rescue or to Roswell United Methodist Church. Mountain Park Volunteer Fire and Rescue, 112 Lakeshore Dr., Roswell, Georgia 30075 Roswell United Methodist Church, 314 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell, Georgia 30075 Family arrangements are under the care of Roswell Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lewis Ayers
July 2, 2010
The adam family would like to express their deep condolences to the Ayers family. It is TREASURED memories that we were blessed to experience with the Ayers family and we all feel your deep loss. God Bless You All,
PJ Bednarz
July 2, 2010
Dear Joyce and Ayers Family,
I am very sorry to hear of Chief Ayers passing. He was a kind man with a great sense of humor. I enjoyed my time serving with him on Mt. Park Fire Rescue. He still gave back with his administration volunteer services to the fire department even though he was no longer fighting fires. It was warming to be in Lew and Joyce’s presence in their volunteer efforts. God bless.
Barbara Storey Lacy
July 1, 2010
I spent many wonderful days and nights during my teen years at the Ayer's house on the lake in Mt. Park. I always remember how nice and how much fun Mr. Ayers was. He and Mrs. Ayers always treated us all like we were an extension of their family, and I never forgot that. My heart goes out to Mrs. Ayers, Judy, Lew, Janet and the rest of their family. Much love... Barbara Storey Lacy (Alpharetta, GA)
Dee Ramos Lewis
July 1, 2010
It's hard to capture in a few words someone who was larger than life. Growing up in Mtn. Park we knew Mr. Ayers always had time for young people and really cared how we were doing. He was so much fun with that twinkle in his eyes- Mtn. park had its own movie star! My sister and I will forever be grateful that he was there during the final years for our Dad. In a split second he was at the house and Dad was so comforted that Lew would come to his aid. I can only say to Mrs. Ayers, my special friend Jan, Lew Jr. Judy and the many family members you are in my heart today because I know yours is so sad. I hope you find some comfort that Mr. Ayers was surrounded by love and laughter, touched so many lives, did so much good and will live on in many.
My Prayers and Love are with You,
Dee Ramos Lewis
June 30, 2010
Dear Mrs. Ayers, Judy, Lew, Jan, and family, May God keep and hold your family close at this time. Jon Braswell you have said it so well .... Amen to this and what Mr. Ayers meant to us all growing up in Mtn Park. Memories that carry a life time. Love to you all, Debra Power Cunningham
The Gonzalez Family
June 30, 2010
We all send our love and thoughts to the Ayers Family. Wish we could be there but we will be there in spirit. Granddaddy was an amazing man and we are honored to be considered part of the Family. We love you Granddaddy and you will be missed greatly!!!
Lee and Karen Lockridge
June 30, 2010
Joyce and all the Ayers, you all know what Lew and your whole family has meant to me. If I can be half the father, husband, and man that Big Lew was I'll have lived a life to be proud of. Love always from our family to yours.
Woody Davis
June 30, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to Joyce and the Ayers family for the loss of Lewis. We remember him with fondness and love. My heart warms and I can't help but smile when I think of all the good times that I spent with Lewis and Joyce in their home in Mountain Park. Our prayers are with you. Love, Woody & Harriet Davis.
Windell Bradford
June 30, 2010
Am thinking about you and the family. God bless.
Jon Braswell
June 30, 2010
The Lord Jesus Christ has called home another one of the Mountain Park Men my MaMa always told me was a True Southern Gentleman. "Big Lew" as we called him was not only Big in statue, but Bigger in heart. He was a Man's Man always showing Love, Hope, and Charity. My MaMa, Nancy,and me morn deeply for Mrs. Joyce, Little Lew, Jan and Judy. We pray God's continued grace upon you. We are so sorry. We Love Ya'll. Jon Braswell, Ruby and Nancy...
P Sharpe ( II Corinthians 1:3,4 )
June 30, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ardine (Rev,21:3,4)
June 30, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
June 29, 2010
Dear Joyce and family, Tho we stand on this shore saying there he goes......there are others on another shore saying here he comes.
Its been a pleasure to care for Mr Ayers and to know you. May the Lord keep you in his comfort now and always.
With warm regards, Debbie RN from Hospice Advantage
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