MILLSBORO - Oliver Kent Ayars, formerly of New Castle, loving and generous boyfriend, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew and friend went to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 1, 2012 at Christiana Hospital in Newark, surrounded by family and friends. Kent loved being around family and friends, especially his son and granddaughter who he couldn't of loved more. Kent loved life, kids, nature and pets. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing cards, watching T.V. and sitting around a campfire at the beach where he later resided. You could always count on him to greet you with a smile. Kent had a variety of jobs including Westvago, painting, tile work, tree work and more. He was preceded in death by his parents, O. Kent Ayars and G. Jeanette (Reese) Ayars Thomas. He is survived by his companion, Deborah Hammond and their dog, Buster of Millsboro; a son, William Ayars and his girlfriend Quinetta of New Castle; granddaughter, Ashontay; brothers, Dan and his wife Melissa of Wilmington, Glen of Florida and Brian and companion Karen of Middletown; nieces and nephews, Matt, Leia and Katherine Ayars, Alexus and Robert Hammond, III. A Celebration of Life will be held today Sat. Oct 6, 2012 at 1 p.m. at VFW Post 3420, Atterbury Post, 649 Churchman's Rd, Newark, DE. 19702. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.