James Edmund Ayres, Jr. (“Uncle Eddie”)
August 24, 1941 – April 14, 2025James Edmund Ayres Jr., affectionately known to family and friends as “Uncle Eddie,” passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, in Richmond, Virginia, the city he proudly called home for his entire life. He was 83 years old.Born on August 24, 1941, to James Edmund Ayres Sr. and Edith Ayres, Eddie grew up with a deep appreciation for the simple joys in life—chief among them, trains and football. A devoted fan of both, he especially cherished his time visiting train museums alongside his beloved nephew, Jason. His passion for trains was matched only by his loyalty for the Dallas Cowboy’s on game day.Eddie dedicated over 50 years of service to the US Defense Supply Center Richmond, where he was known for his strong work ethic and quiet dependability. Though he never married or had children of his own, Eddie’s heart and home were always open. He was deeply loved by his family and leaves behind a legacy of warmth, curiosity, and quiet strength.He is preceded in death by his father James Edmund Ayres Sr., his mother Edith Ayres, and his brother George Franklin Ayres.He is survived by his loving nephew Jason Franklin Ayres and Jason’s wife Angel, as well as his cherished great-niece Carmen Ayres and great-nephew Jameson Ayres.A memorial service to honor Uncle Eddie’s life will be held Thursday, May 15, 2025. Time and location to be updated.In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the Richmond Railroad Museum in Eddie’s memory, to help preserve and celebrate the history he so dearly loved.Uncle Eddie’s gentle spirit and generous heart will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
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I worked with Eddie from April if 1986 until my Retirement in 2022. I have many fond memories and times with Eddie!
I Never knew that he was a Cow Boys fan? Over the years he and Lamont Clayton would go around and around about the Redskins!
I learned a great deal from Eddie he was a Silent, professional and always put Mission First! Eddie worked countless hours above and beyond to insure the logistics of the Virginia Army National Guard was always at the forefront!