Clyde Ellis Ayers

Clyde Ellis Ayers, 83, of Covington, died Monday, December 29,2025 at University Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville.

He was born January 28, 1942 in Covington, a son of the late John E. Ayers and Thelma Seldomridge Ayers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Paul E. Ayers; and two special friends Romaine Burns and Peggy Markham.

Clyde served in the United States Navy and was member Hokes Chapel United Methodist Church.

Surviving are two brothers, Thomas Ayers of Low Moor and Garland (Carloyn) Ayers of Ocala, FL; and a number of nieces and nephews.

In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated.

A memorial service in his honor is being planned for a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Arritt Funeral Home.

Friends wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.