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Tony Ayers Obituary
Anthony (Tony) Joseph Ayers AC
16 September 1933 - 12 April 2016
Beloved husband of Heather.
Much loved father and father-in-law of
Karen and Jim, Michelle and Gary,
Paul and Simone, and Maree (dec).
Adored 'Gumpy' to Jason and Kiara,
Samantha, Tayla, Logan,
Ethan, Daniel and Lara.
Cherished 'Guppy' to Declan.
Died peacefully at home.
Sincere thanks to Dr Singh, Father Tony Frey,
Palliative Care, BaptistCare and to all the
health professionals that have supported
Tony and his family during this time.
A celebration of Tony's life will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church Strangways St Curtin on TUESDAY 19 April 2016 commencing at 10.30am.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Clare Holland House would be greatly appreciated. Envelopes will available at the service.
10 Entries
Rae Tanzer
April 20, 2016
Dear Heather,
Noel and I were very sad to hear of your loss and remember the many happy occasions we shared with you and Tony. Please call in on us whenever you are up this way.
K P
April 19, 2016
Dear Heather and Family
I never actually met Tony, but I was talking about him today to one of my colleagues who had worked with him.
Tony was the ultimate Public Servant and Australia has a lot to thank him for. He will continue to be an inspiration and role model for public servants for decades to come me being one.
Sincere condolences
KP
Glenn & Patricia Millington
April 19, 2016
Dearest Heather
With deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences, we share your sadness. Our love and thoughts are with you.
De and John Ayers
April 18, 2016
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
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Danuta Kershaw
April 17, 2016
Dear Heather and family
We were so sad to hear of Tony's passing. When working for him in the early 70's he provided so much laughter and was an absolute joy to work for. He always made sure his staff knew they were appreciated and had the greatest sense of humour. On occasions when we worked late he would invite husbands in to help with collating, stapling, whatever was necessary while providing beers and pizza for sustenance. And who could forget his Republican rally on the occasion of Princess Anne's wedding when Rod Calvert held a royalists afternoon tea at one end of the CAGA centre and Tony held a republican rally with beer and pies at the other end. There are so many stories about his early years in the SES that still make us laugh so many years later.
He adored his family and will be greatly missed by so many people.
Our love to you all
Danuta and Robert Kershaw
Charlene Mirabella
April 13, 2016
Heather, there are no words to express how sad I am for you and your family at Tony's passing. I will always remember his wit and gift for telling a good tale. When you are ready, call me, Sending much love from me and my Tony.
Irma Brown
April 13, 2016
Very sorry for your loss, he was a great man,our thoughts are with you. Irma Brown and sons Chris and David
David Templeman
April 13, 2016
Dear Heather and family
I'm deeply saddened with everyone's loss that A J Ayers AC is longer around to mentor so many who at times liked or disliked his frank but always caring advice. I was privileged to work for Tony when he arrived in Defence in 1988, taking on his best mate's (Alan Woods) job.
Tony planned his days around people and conversation, always striving to build better relationships and harmony especially within the defence environment. There were more laughs than tears, and his jokes and phrases go down in historyI can recount many stories of his humour and impact.
The past few years have been very tough, but Tony's stoic resilience and commitment, especially to family won throughhe did get to be home in the end!
Tony rewarded many with opportunity and always backed his team, including Collingwood 100 percent.
A wonderful and revered Australian.
With love
David and Vikki Templeman and family
April 13, 2016
Heather thinking of you and your family. Judy and Graham Bowden
April 13, 2016
Dear Heather and family
We were so sad to hear of Tony's passing, you and the world have lost a very fine man.
Jean and Michael Hardy
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