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Lee Ayers Obituary
Lee M. Ayers, 37, of Bloomdale, passed away Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022, at his residence. He was born Jan. 5, 1985, in Bowling Green, to Michael and Linda (Heldberg) Ayers, and they survive in Bloomdale.
Lee is also survived by his daughter, Lilyanah Ayers of Van Buren; brothers, Rodney (Paula) Ayers of Findlay and Greg (Angie) Ayers of Van Buren; sister, Angie Rupple of Findlay; maternal grandmother, Marian Heldberg of North Baltimore; five nieces; two nephews; and eight great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Gene Heldberg; and paternal grandparents, Donald and Arnetta Ayers.
Lee was currently employed with ADS in Findlay and was a 2004 graduate of Van Buren High School. He was a devoted and loving father to his daughter, Lilyanah, and always looked forward to her dance recitals. He was an avid Cleveland Browns and Ohio State Buckeyes fan and enjoyed camping and listening to music. At the age of 12 years old, Lee rode a rodeo bull and loved attending rodeos from that point on.
Lee's funeral will be 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, at SMITH-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, North Baltimore, where visitation will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday. Pastor Rodney Betts will be officiating. Burial will be at Weaver Cemetery, Bloom Township.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Epilepsy Foundation. Online condolences may be expressed at www.smithcrates.com.
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Goldie Ruehle
August 12, 2022
Linda and family. I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your son and to let me know you are in my thoughts.
Goldie
Dave & Lu Knitz
August 10, 2022
So sorry for the loss of your son Lee, May God wrap his arms around you during this difficult time. ..
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Smith-Crates Funeral Home - North Baltimore515 N Main St, North Baltimore, OH 45872
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