We can't choose how or when we will die, but we can choose how to live. And James filled his time on this planet with exemplary grace, passion, courage, love, and humor. My thoughts and heavy-hearted feelings go to his family, all the students and friends who were incredibly fortunate to know James, and especially to Laurel, whose love and heroic support during these last two years helped to sustain James and lift him up. No one could ask for a better companion, soulmate, and wife. 

Ever Love to All, 
David Sharpe 



On Fri, Sep 15, 2023 at 7:17 PM Madge Darlington <mmdarlington@gmail.com> wrote:
Thank you, Doc, for your message. This is heartbreaking news. James was a beautiful human being, full of gentleness, wit, smarts and guts. I have been thinking of Laurel...what an amazing partner and support she has been to him. And I have been thinking of the many many students whose lives he touched. James is beloved. It is a terrible loss. I will miss him so.

Much love to all,
Madge

On Fri, Sep 15, 2023 at 6:05 PM James Ayres <jayres@cvctx.com> wrote:
After a lengthy and bold struggle with pancreatic cancer, James has passed away.  We have lost a brilliant colleague, scholar, actor, director, student, and kind friend.  He loved Shakespeare, teaching, and all of his students. And he loved the barn at Winedale.  This is a very sad time.  Please keep Laurel in your thoughts and prayers.

Peace and love to every one of you.

Love,

Doc






Jim (Doc) Ayres
Professor Emeritus, The University of Texas
Founding Director, Shakespeare at Winedale and Camp Shakespeare
Director of Mission, Camp Shakespeare





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