Oscar “O.B.” Ayers

Oscar Bland \"O.B.\" Ayers, Jr. of Madison Heights passed on October 30, 2011.

 A wonderfully, dearly loved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend has left us three days before his 82nd birthday. The family is at peace knowing that O. B. is in a happy pain free place having left us with a life time of great memories. He was known for giving full measure in his personal life and business dealings as a paint contractor for forty plus years; a proud combat veteran of the Korean War; during his retirement he loved his farming and real estate ventures.

 O. B. was born in Lynchburg, a son of the late Oscar Bland Ayers, Sr. and the late Ellen Ayers. He was also preceded in death by two brothers: Ernest and Curtis Ayers and a sister: Jean Hughes.

 In addition to his wife, Ruth of 56 years, he is survived by his children: two sons: Douglas B. Ayers, Thomas B. Ayers and his wife, Gina Melissa Ayers; a daughter: Gina Ayers Adams; grandchildren: Jacob, Bethany, Brian, and David Ayers, Luke Mannion and Meagan Adams.

 He is also survived by two sisters: Ann Jordan, Betty Mawyer and her husband, Ray; a sister-in-law: Glenna Rowland and host of special friends.

 A Memorial Service will be conducted at 2:00 pm Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at Madison Heights Baptist Church with Rev. Todd Blake officiating, a visitation will follow the service at the Church and other times at the home.

 A special thanks to the caregivers at Centra Health and UVA Dialysis in Amherst.

 All church friends and neighbors are deeply appreciated for all their love and care.

 In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to the Madison Heights Baptist Church Missions Programs, 329 Main Street, Madison Heights, VA 24572.