After valiantly battling a prolonged illness, Richard B. Ayers got his wish to pass peacefully at his home with his immediate family by his side on March 19th, 2020. He was born the eldest of five children on May 21st, 1940 in Boston, Massachusetts. After his enlistment with the U.S. Army his careers included the Boulder Daily Camera, Beech Aircraft and owner of Ayers Painting before retiring from Rocky Flats. He enjoyed coaching Little League, working with his horse, reading and watching science fiction and quick draw. He was active in the community as a Mason and chaplain of the VFW. Surviving him are the love of his life for over 57 married years wife Linda (nee Bradford); three children: Brad Ayers, Candi Ayers and Connie (Eric) Weller; six grandchildren, one great granddaughter, one sister and two brothers. A private memorial will be held at a later date.