He will surely be missed and appreciated for the time we had with him.


Russ

Here's Joe's obituary published in the Baltimore Sunpapers:

On September 30, 2015, Joseph Franklin Ayala; services will be held for Joseph Ayala Friday, October 9, 2015 at Hiss United Methodist Church. Viewing and a reception will take place from 10-11:30 with the service to follow at 12:00. "Joe" was special to so many with his gift of music. Among his many talents he served as a church music director, entertainer, song writer, and Music Director of Senior Star Showcase. He is survived by his wife, Homeretta; 2 sons Jared and Bozhidar, his grandson, Atticus and his sister Kathy Rupp. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mt. Vernon Place United Methodist Church for the organ restoration fund. Mail to: MVP 10 East Mt. Vernon, Baltimore, MD 21202
Published in Baltimore Sun on Oct. 3, 2015 - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/baltimo...h.AvAGW4Q2.dpuf

RIP Joe

I attended Joe's funeral today, he was attired in his favorite Hawaiian shirt, black slacks and appeared as if he was headed out to do a job at a Tiki Bar in his home town of Key West, Florida. He was surrounded by a large number of family and friends, and there were a few familiar faces in the crowd in the form of activities directors that we both performed for over the years. He will long be remembered by those of us that knew him well, and the audiences he performed for throughout most of his life.

Gary

I'm glad you got to go Gary. I'm very glad I had the opportunity to meet Joe. He was a good friend.

Gary ... I know you went because you were close friends, but thank you for also representing S-Z at Joe's funeral ...
May he Rest In Peace ...

Super nice of you to attend, Gary, especially with your own current health issues. As the song goes, 'That's what friends are for'.

chas

Thanks guys, it was the least I could do for my old friend.

All the best,

Gary

My condolences to all his family and friends.

Gary, Glad you were able to attend and say goodbye to an old friend. RIP Joe!