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Lawrence Ayers Obituary

Ayers, Lawrence H.

Larry passed away on his 85th birthday 1/13/21. Loving husband of Judith (Dunavan), tirelessly supportive father of Tony (Janet), Ren (Dave), Phil, Dan, and the late Juli. Brother of Janet, Kathie, Andy, and the late Herbie. Brother-in-love of Jim and the late Bill and Dan Dunavan. Grandfather, Great grandfather, Uncle, cousin, and friend. Retired with honor from STLFD after 35+ years and proud owner of Empire Company. He never met a stranger and everybody who knew him loved him.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan. 17, 2021.

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Christy Holley

March 4, 2021

Mr. Ayers is and always will be one of the kindest people I have known. I have special memories from my younger years including the lot with the bus in shrewsbury and the family ride when the limo was first purchased. He will always be respected and loved.

David t Bernabe

February 3, 2021

An Uncle who gave much wisdom and encouragement

Joe Gaska

January 17, 2021

Larry took me to my first fire. Enjoyed every day working with Larry always in a good mood and enjoyed his stories

Ren Llewellyn

January 17, 2021

Love you.

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