Grace Marie Ayres

Age 87, of Elmira, NY passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Marie was born October 9th, 1922 in Gillett, Pa, the daughter of the late Edward and Laura (Wright) Hoagland. She is survived by her daughters and sons in law; Carol (Robert) Goodling of Cherryville, NC, Linda (Joseph) Holly of Pine City, Ann (Keith) Osborne of Elmira; Grandchildren;Christie (Nathan), Rob (Britton), Sherry (Quintin), Cliff (Wendy), Amy (Josh), Dana (Steve), Leanne, Kathy (Billy), Brian and twelve Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great grandchild. Special Nephew; Donald (Peggy) LeBaron. In addition to her parents, Marie was predeceased by Husband Chris, great granddaughter Perry Elizabeth Goodling, sister Myrtle LeBaron. Marie enjoyed being a homemaker, traveling, solving crossword puzzles and was an avid bowler for many years. She was a member of the WIBC and the 600 Club. She loved her time spent with the Gillett Senior Citizens Center and the many friendships she made through her Wednesday afternoon group. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY Saturday, June 26th, 2010 from 10:00AM to 12:00PM. Funeral and committal services will follow the calling hours at 12:00PM. The Reverend William Vallet will officiate.Interment will be held at the convenience of the family at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Those wishing may make memorials to the Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care, 11751 East Corning Rd. Corning, NY.A very special "Thank You" to the staff of the Emergency Department, ICU, and 3C of the Arnot Ogden Medical Center for the wonderful care and compassion shown to Marie and her family during her time of care. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in Obituaries atwww.olthof.com.