H. William Ayre Brake, (November 10, 1944 – August 24, 2017) Bill passed away August 24, 2017 at 4:59 pm peacefully on his beloved farm surrounded by his family at the age of 72. He is survived by three children; Brian Brake of Fort Valley Virginia, Crista Cahall of St. Petersburg, Florida and William (Billy) Brake of Long Island, New York; six grandchildren, Lexi, Logan, Fortis, Emily, Amanda and Ethan; and three siblings, Mike Brake, Pam Schoen and Jill Hambright. A private service celebrating Bill's life will be held at a later date.