Arlene J. Ayers                      “best mother and grandmother ever”

Arlene Joyce Ayers, 91, of Westfield, formerly of Coudersport and Austin, passed away at the home of her daughter, Susan Plumstead, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, with her loving family by her side, after a brief illness.

Born on Tuesday, July 24, 1934 in Austin, she was a daughter of Maynard D. and Pauline Frost Robinson. On July 14, 1949 in Odin, she married Francis T. Ayers, who passed away on April 5, 2012.

Arlene was employed for over 31 years at the former Pure Carbon in Coudersport, where she became a chief inspector. After retiring from Pure Carbon, Arlene was employed by Adelphia in Coudersport for a number of years.

Arlene enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, and reading. Her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially her great-grandchildren.

Left to cherish her memory are four sons, Edward (Debbie) Ayers of Coudersport, Ralph (Nancy Rathbun) Ayers of Eldred, Dennis (Nancy) Ayers of Shinglehouse, and Kenneth (Susana) Ayers of Colorado; three daughters, Cheryl Furman of Austin, Gloria (Greg) Frable of Schaefferstown, and Susan (Terry) Plumstead of Westfield; twenty-four grandchildren; fifty great-grandchildren; sixteen great-great-grandchildren; a brother, William Robinson of Roulette; a half sister, Nancy Kudlow of South Carolina; several nieces and nephews; a loving friend, Mary Plumstead; and her loving companions, Socks and Shelby.

In addition to her parents and husband, Arlene was predeceased by two grandsons, Aaron Arthur Ayers and Christian Michael Parrish; one great-grandson, Blake Alan Ayers; a great-great-grandson, Carver Michael Parrish; a sister, Mary Nolan; a brother, Jack Robinson; and a half brother, Robert Robinson.

Family and friends may gather from 2pm to 4pm and 6pm to 8pm on Friday, March 20, 2026 and from 10am to 11am on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Gospel Tabernacle, Rt 6 W, Coudersport, where funeral services will follow at 11am, with Pastor John Minor, officiating. Burial will be in Ayers Hill Cemetery, Coudersport.

Memorials in Arlene’s name may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Arlene entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Arlene, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.