Blanche Elizabeth Knight Ayers
- February 12, 1915 - November 16, 2009
- Murfreesboro, Tennessee
of Blanche's Passing
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“My condolences to all of Mrs. Ayers' family.
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1 of 12 | Posted by: Mark Barker - Kingston, TN
“We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Had talked with Linda Alsup this morning and she told us. We would have tried to come to funeral...Read More »
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2 of 12 | Posted by: Keith and Tammy Phillips - TN
“Eddie, Donnie and family we would like you to have out deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. A mother holds a special place in our heart. Of...Read More »
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3 of 12 | Posted by: Roger and Janice Parker - TN
“brenda and I want to convey our prayers to the family on the passing of Mrs Ayers.. I have many fond memories of the time i spent with you all.
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4 of 12 | Posted by: billy and brenda hasting - TN
“To everyone at Jennings and Ayers,
Please except my deepest sympathy on the loss of Mrs Ayers. I am sending my thoughts, prayers and all my love to...Read More »
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5 of 12 | Posted by: Belva Smith - Woodbury, TN
“Ayers Family,
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Ayers death. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Charlotte Williams
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6 of 12 | Posted by: Charlotte Williams - Tullahoma, TN
“Please accept our sympathy in the passing of Mrs. Ayers. Our families go back many years together. I know my dad (Toad) always had a lot of respect...Read More »
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7 of 12 | Posted by: Jack Farrar - Dandridge, TN
“Mrs. Ayers was my piano teacher when I was 6 years old and I've always remembered her as a beautiful and elegant lady. I know she was a Blessing to...Read More »
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8 of 12 | Posted by: Sarah Elrod Roberts - Chattanooga, TN
“To the Ayers Family, I'm so sorry to read of the loss of your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. May God be with you all. Praying for you,...Read More »
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9 of 12 | Posted by: Rita Ivey - Murfreesboro, TN
“Probably my fondest memory of Mrs. Ayers is when I was going thru a difficult time while in high school she permitted me to stay at the funeral home...Read More »
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10 of 12 | Posted by: Bobby Lasseter - Palm Harbor, FL
“Thinking of all of Mrs. Ayers children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren tonight. She counted all of you as her blessings. Carlton and I join...Read More »
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11 of 12 | Posted by: Christi Teasley - Monteagle, TN
“What a great lady. She will dearly missed by all who knew. Always a kind lady. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult...Read More »
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12 of 12 | Posted by: Dwight Faircloth - Murfreesboro, TN
Blanche Elizabeth Knight Ayers, age 94, passed away on November 16, 2009 at Adams Place. She was a native and lifelong resident of Rutherford County. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and a honorary member of their official board. Blanche graduated from Murfreesboro Central High School, attended State Teachers College and taught piano lessons for many years. She was a member and past president of the Woman’s Club, Frances Bohanon Music Club and First United Methodist Women’s Association. She was a member and served on the board of Oakland’s Historic Association and Charity Circle of Murfreesboro. She was a member of the Rutherford Hospital Auxiliary and MTMC Ambassadors. Blanche and her husband, Edwin, were big MTSU fans and rarely missed games as long as they were able to attend. Blanche loved to watch the Atlanta Braves. She enjoyed playing bridge with her friends.
Blanche was preceded in death by her parents; Hilda Claire Hooper Knight and Everette Donald Knight, husband, Edwin F. Ayers Sr., two brothers; James Melvin Knight and Hooper Knight. She is survived by her daughter; Eleanor Ayers (Charlie) Teasley, sons; Edwin F. (Marsha) Ayers Jr., Donald Knight (Dian) Ayers Sr., brother, Donald Knight, and grandchildren: George William (Cindy) Haynes III, Chadwick Ayers (Rachel) Haynes, Jessica Edwina Ayers, Donald Knight (Betsey) Ayers Jr., and Amy Elizabeth Ayers, great-grandchildren; Evelyn Claire Haynes, Carlie Faye Haynes, Hannah Grace Haynes, and Ellie Christian Haynes.
Memorials may be made to The First United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice. Heartfelt appreciation goes to those at Adams Place Assisted Living and Rehabilitation for their kindness, care and support over the last ten years.
Visitation will be from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at Jennings & Ayers Funeral Home.
A chapel service will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday at Jennings & Ayers Chapel with Rev. Michael O’Bannon, Rev. Jerry Mayo and Rev. Tommy Perkins officiating. Family will serve as active pallbearers. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
Jennings & Ayers Funeral Home, 820 South Church Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130. 615-893-2422. www.jenningsandayers.com
Visitation
November 18, 2009
4:00 PM
to 7:00 PM
Jennings & Ayers Funeral Home
820 South Church Street
Murfreesboro
Funeral Service
November 19, 2009
11:00 AM
Jennings & Ayers Funeral Home
820 South Church Street
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Interment
Thursday November 19 2009
Evergreen Cemetery
519 Greenland Drive
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
