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James Ayers

1961 - 2019

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1961

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2019

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James Ayers Obituary

James Duane Ayers, (Jim)

Age 57, passed away April 24, 2019 at home in San Francisco. Born in 1961 to Duane and Carol (nee Gleason) Ayers in Lansing, MI, James graduated from Michigan State University. Jim spent most of his career with Matson Navigation in the Bay Area, loved music and cherished his extensive record collection. Jim is survived by his wife, Sherrie Ayers (nee Edwards); his daughter, Carolanne and son, George; and his sister Susan Ayers and the Ayers family of Lansing, Michigan. Services will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Episcopal Church in San Francisco. Memorial contributions may be given to gofundme.com/1mmcdamixc


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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from May 6 to May 10, 2019.

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Snyder Cousins

May 11, 2019

Our family has taken another big hit in losing you far too early cousin Jim...our hearts are hurting...rest in peace.

Thinking of you Sherrie, Carolanne, George, Sue, Gerri, and Luke...and wishing we could have been there in San Francisco with you all today.

Love and hugs,

Johnny, Janan, and Olivia

May 10, 2019

Jim and I worked together for my entire 18 years at Matson. He was always upbeat and excited to be a new dad. He loved his music. I remember the stories about the home down in Paso Robles, especially the bee infestation in the walls.

When I retired Jim gave ne a "bugzooka", what a great gift. I still use it all the time.

We have a baptism of our 9th grandchild tomorrow morning (Lucas, 4 months) so I will not be able to attend the service.

While celebrating our baptism, I'll be thinking of Jim tomorrow. Life goes on!

Tim Reid
Matson, 3/91-3/2009

William Krueger

May 10, 2019

My condolences to the entire family, many prayers!

Bill Krueger

May 10, 2019

My condolences to the entire Ayers family, many prayers...

May 9, 2019

My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of sorrow. (Psalm 145:19)

Sister Sue Shushu

May 8, 2019

I love you soooo much bro. I'm so glad you're at peace now and listening to music in heaven. You touched and were loved by so many. Heaven has received a great gift and until we meet again please watch over your family and guide us thru our lives. I know you are having the best family reunion in heaven!!! Can't wait to see you again!!!

May 8, 2019

Please accept my deepest heartfelt condolences. Losing a parent and husband at such a young age is truly a devastating feeling. I can't begin to imagine what you all are going through. Please be assured of my prayers for you, knowing that God is taking care of James in heaven. And now you have an angel protecting you from heaven.

Your neighbor..

May 8, 2019

Our sincere condolences to the Ayers family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
- Psalms 145:18,19

May 6, 2019

I was so very sad to hear that Jim passed away. It's been many years since I've seen him but have happy memories of a very kind young man.
With deepest sympathy to the Ayers Family, Mimi Cianciarulo Georgi

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