He is survived by his wife, Diann Ayers of the home; a son Robert Ayers, Jr. and his wife Julie of Hampstead; two daughters: Karah Hill of Rocky Point and Timaly Ayers of Delco and seven grandchildren; sister Dorothy Gordon and brother Raymond Ayers, both of Roanoke.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30am on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at Castle Hayne Baptist Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.