Ralph Kenneth Ayers, Jr.

Ralph Kenneth Ayers, Jr., 86, of Midlothian, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph Ayers, Sr. and Louise Hawkins Ayers; his wife, Mary Frances Ayers; and his sister, Frances Ayers Anderson. Ralph enjoyed watching sports, especially the Redskins and all things UVA. He was a proud graduate of Highland Springs High School and attended every class reunion. Ralph was also a member of Webber Memorial Baptist Church, where he was a member of the church choir. Most of all, Ralph loved his family. Ralph is survived by his children; Cynthia Ayers Matthews (Brian), Susan Ayers Jones (Billy), Douglas Ayers (Angela); seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three half-sisters, Florence Ayers Kirton, Kathy Ayers Kaur, and Dortha Ayers; and extended family and friends. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 from 6-8 PM at J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home - Chester Chapel, 3050 W. Hundred Road. A funeral service will take place the following day on Thursday, September 15 at 10 AM in the chapel with interment following directly at Sunset Memorial Park. Flowers are welcome, however memorial contributions may be made to any Manchester High School baseball/football organization, where Ralph's grandchildren played sports for many years. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.jtmorriss.com .