Brian Douglas Ayers, 55, of Albuquerque, N.M. died Thursday, Sept. 6.

He was born in South Dakota.

Mr. Ayers had lived in Oakdale for 15 years with his family, he then continued on to Albuquerque where he passed there after a short stay in the hospital.

His loves in life were NASCAR, socializing, and knowing how to have a good time. He will be missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his children, Matthew, Nicholas, and Allison; brothers, Mark (Kathy) Ayers, Warren (Becky) Ayers; and father, Ed Ayers.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Mike Ayers; and mother, Rita Ayers.

A private service was held Sept. 16 in South Dakota for his close family and friends.