Janice Lorraine Ayers Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Janice Lorraine Ayers in Knoxville, Tennessee, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Janice left this world on May 14, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Janice departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Janice. Though Janice may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her husband Edward L. Ayers, Jr.; her parents, John Maturo and Alice Maturo; her brother Jack; and her sister-in-law Jan Maturo.
She is survived by: her children, Keith Roper, Kristine Roper, Kevin Roper (Tracey) and Kenneth Roper (Dawn); her stepdaughter Glenna Ghant (Randy); and her brother Jay Maturo. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, as well as many beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
