John Ayers Obituary
John W. Ayers Sr., 77, of Rushville and formerly of Louisiana, Missouri, passed away quietly at 6:55 am on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rushville.
He was born on July 3, 1948, in Ashburn, Missouri, the son of the late Roscoe & Ruth (Anderson) Ayers.
John worked for 33 years as a machinist for Hubbell Tooling in Louisiana, Missouri until the plant closed. Afterwards, John took a part time job with the city of Louisiana for a few years until he completely retired. He enjoyed watching movies, listening to classic rock music and spending time with his family. One of his favorite holidays was Thanksgiving, which he would often host at his house for family.
He is survived by his sons; Richard Ayers of Camden, Phillip Ayers of Littleton & John (Heather) Ayers Jr., of Coos Bay, Oregon. Several grandchildren, two sisters; Golda Turner of Louisiana, Missouri and Evelyn (Robert) Rue also of Louisiana, Missouri.
In accordance with John’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and services will not be held. The Triplett & Wood Funeral Home of Rushville has been entrusted with the care and arrangements. Memorial contributions in memory of John are suggested to the family. You are invited to share your memories of John and leave a condolence at www.triplettwood.com
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