Shirley M. Ayers, 87, Martinsburg, died Tuesday evening, May 10, 2022 at The Village at Morrison’s Cove, Martinsburg. She was born Feb. 3, 1935 in Henrietta, a daughter of the late Frederick and Dorothy (Detwiler) Metzker. On Feb. 3, 1954 at Diehl’s Crossroads Brethren Church, she married Ronald K. Ayers with whom she shared 67 years of marriage before his death on Dec. 16, 2021.
Surviving are her three daughters, Diane Kensinger of Florida, Deb Balkavich of Bellwood, and Lori (Wayne) Manges of Florida; a grandson, Douglas (Brenda) Kensinger of Ohio; two great grandchildren, Alexander and Vincent Kensinger; and two sisters, Dorothy (Glenn) Miller and Alice Imler. She was preceded in death by a brother, James Metzker; and a sister, Mary Jane Brumbaugh.
She was a member of Henrietta Church of God. She enjoyed flower gardening, baking, and decorating.
Shirley was a wonderful mother, and one of her greatest joys was spending time with her great grandchildren and grand fur babies.
To honor Shirley’s wishes, there will be no public viewing, visitation or funeral service.
The family suggests that contributions in her memory be made to Henrietta Church of God.