Howard M. Ayers, 61, died peacefully July 11, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents, George S. & Vera N. Ayers of East Avon. Howard is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Wanda Rookey Ayers; Daughter Tammy (Robert) Davis of Conesus; Son, Steve Ayers (Michele Colligan) of Springwater; Beautiful grandchildren, Kendra, Rachel, Chris, Matthew, Kimberlee & Sean Colligan; Brother-in-law, Arthur L. (Jane) Rookey of Syracuse; Nephews, Michael, Jonathan & Alan Rookey; Other loving family members, including Glenda Walkley Ayers, and all his friends & fire department families.

He enjoyed camping at Skybrooke in Dansville, with dear and supportive friends. Howard was a volunteer fireman for 41 years, serving East Avon for 5 years, Lakeville, 36 years and served as Fire Chief, and most recently Springwater. He held many positions throughout his firefighting years, recently reaching his goal of becoming a committee member of FASNY. He was a life member of the Livingston County Volunteer Firemens Association, served as president and life member of the WNYVFA, life member of Livingston County Fire Chiefs Association, & charter member of the Lakeville Fire Dept. Exempt Club. Howard will be sady missed by all whose lives he touched so very deeply.

Friends may call Tuesday, 6-9 PM & Wednesday, 2-4 & 6-9 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia, where services will be held Thursday at 11 AM. Burial, Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Geneseo. Memorial contributions to Springwater Volunteer Fire Dept. Springwater, NY 14560. To send condolences or further information please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com