Jerry Wayne Ayres Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Jerry Wayne Ayres of Jonesboro, Louisiana, who passed away on January 26, 2026, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jerry Wayne Ayres to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lee Roy Ayres, Sr. and Allie Ayres (Davis); and his siblings, Jack Ayres, Jr., Lavelle Ayres, Ray Ayres, Leslie Ayres, Geneva James, Doris Ayres, JoAnn Smudricks and Lynda Tamberilla.

He is survived by: his wife Geraldine Ayres (Walker); and his sister Barbara Sweeney (Ronald). He is also survived by other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Southern Funeral Homes

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Jan 30

Visitation

Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel
228 Allen Ave, Jonesboro, LA 71251

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Jan 30

Funeral service

Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel
228 Allen Ave, Jonesboro, LA 71251

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Jan 30

Burial

Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery
211 Ebenezer Church Rd, Jonesboro, LA 71251

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