Marion L. Ayres

MILLERTON — Marion L. Ayres, 88, a 39-year resident of Millerton, died Jan. 4, 2013, at Geer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in North Canaan. Born Oct. 28, 1924, in Bronxville, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Kasper J. and Anna (Sloane) Kleinschnitz. On May 15, 1949, in White Plains, N.Y., she married Philip R. Ayres. Mr. Ayres passed away in 2003. Mrs. Ayres was a secretary for Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York in White Plains, N.Y., for more than 20 years. She was a communicant of Saint Patrick’s Church in Millerton and was a member of Saint Patrick’s Altar Rosary Society. Mrs. Ayres was also a volunteer at the Northeast-Millerton Library.Survivors include her sister, Jean Johanson of Florida; four nieces and two nephews; and a close friend and caregiver, Carol Dean of Millerton.Burial was held Jan. 9 at Kensico Cemetery in Valhalla, N.Y. Memorial contributions can be made to the Immaculate Conception Church, Saint Patrick’s Parish, 4 Lavelle Road, Amenia, NY 12501, or the Northeast-Millerton Library, PO Box 786, Millerton, NY 12546. Arrangements are under the direction of the Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home in Millerton. To leave an online condolence, go to www.conklinfuneralhome.com.