John Ricky "Big Ricky" Ayers's obituary , Passed away on September 13, 2025 in Cedartown, Georgia

John Ricky "Big Ricky" Ayers

October 3, 1946 - September 13, 2025 (78 years old)

Cedartown, Georgia

John Ricky "Big Ricky" Ayers's obituary , Passed away on September 13, 2025 in Cedartown, Georgia

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Smith & Miller Funeral Home

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John Ricky "Big Ricky" Ayers

October 3, 1946 - September 13, 2025 (78 years old)

Cedartown, Georgia

John Ricky Ayers Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John Ricky Ayers (Cedartown, Georgia), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 13, 2025 at the age of 78. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Ricky Ayers to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Tommy Ayers and Ruth Fortune Ayers; his wife Lois Redmond Ayers; his son John Ricky "Little Ricky" Ayers III; and his siblings, Edward Ayers and Ann Tetreault.

He is survived by: his daughter Brandi Johnson (Corey); his grandsons, Andrew Ayers and Brayden Johnson; his great grandchildren, Shereha "Gracie" Banks and Isaiah "King" Johnson; and his sisters, Sara Davis, Teresa Lemming and Dale Boyd. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 17th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Smith & Miller Funeral Home (1000 N Main St, Cedartown, GA 30125). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 17th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith & Miller Funeral Home



Wed

Sep 17

Visitation

Smith & Miller Funeral Home
1000 N Main St, Cedartown, GA 30125

Wed

Sep 17

Funeral service

Smith & Miller Funeral Home
1000 N Main St, Cedartown, GA 30125

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