Roger C. Ayers
December 28, 1941 - September 5, 2025
Roger C. Ayers, age 83, of Middletown, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 5, 2025.
Born in Somerville, NJ on December 28, 1941, he was a son of the late Trevor Allen and Sarah Amanda (Kline) Ayers. Roger proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War from 1963 until 1972. He made his career as an iron worker with Union Iron Worker Local 399.
A friend to the community, Roger was a member of the Shriners Nur Temple as well as the Hiram Lodge. He also enjoyed volunteering at Christiana Hospital for 20 years.
In addition to his parents, Roger was preceded in death by his first wife, Linda K. (Moran) Ayers; and siblings, Grace Harriet, Allen Trevor, Lois Emily, Milton David, Lilian Ellen, and Phyllis Ann. He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Alberts) Ayers; sons, Brian Roger Ayers (Lisa Ann) of Wilmington and Scott Daniel of Smyrna; stepchildren, Jeffrey Michael (Shaun) of Caddo Mills, TX and Molly Rose of West Chester, PA; grandsons, Joseph Earl and Jason Paul, both of Augustine, FL; and great-grandchildren, Lillian Elsie of Lawton, OK, Dallas Rose of Pottstown, PA, and Mackenzie Deline of Smyrna.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 11 am until 12 pm on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 12 pm. Interment will follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park, 2220 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE.
Tracy Kenton
Roger was always so very nice every time I saw him. I am praying for his family 🙏.
Jeffrey D.Ayers
So sorry for your loss,Scott,Brian and Nancy Ayers of Roger Ayers the last of the children of Trevor and Amanda Ayers
Susan Mulvihill
I gained a friend when Roger and Nancy wed. Our times together were filled with good food and laughter.I admired Roger’s commitment to his volunteer work at Christiana Hospital.
My deepest sympathy to Nancy, and the entire Albert-Ayres family.
Chris Hancock
Dear Nancy,
I have many wonderful memories of Roger from the times we volunteered at the hospital.
May God bless you and the family as you celebrate his life tomorrow.
Cora Roberts
So sorry to hear about Roger. My thoughts are with the family.
Jane Julian
Nancy, I am so sorry. You and your family are in my prayers.
Kevin A price
Never met the man. I’m sure he will be welcomed with open arms in heaven. I thank him for serving this great country. May God Bless You All
Katie Lafferty (formerly Billings)
Nancy, it’s Katie Lafferty (formerly Billings) from the Public Safety Office at Christiana Hospital and from First Baptist Church years ago. I am so profoundly sorry for your loss. I am sending you love and am praying for you and your family. Love, Katie
JASON AYERS
Love you Grandpa
Andrew D Jones
Our deepest condolences Scott to you and your family.
Robin Ayers
“Pop” Ayers was my father-in- law for 21 yrs- and grandpa to my sons- ill never forget all the times he helped Brian and I financially without hesitation and how he would pick me up for lunch at work and dinners at the casino!! So many memories- 🙏 RIP we love ❤️ you