May 22, 1928 – January 16, 2026
Mary Elizabeth Ayers of Los Altos Hills passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by three generations of her family.
Mary was born in Armstrong BC Canada and lived her childhood on the family farm there. She graduated from Vancouver General Hospital nursing program and became a registered nurse. She enjoyed the outdoors, climbing and back country skiing in the coast range, Rockies, and Europe.
She moved to the Bay Area in the mid-fifties with her husband Rev who was on scholarship to Stanford. Together, they built a beautiful home in Los Altos Hills. She worked many years at San Jose Hospital in the labor and delivery department until her retirement.
Mary donated her time to many organizations including Hidden Villa, WILPF, Raging Grannies and the San Jose Peace Center.
She is survived by her three children and spouses, seven grandchildren and spouses, 23 great-grandchildren, and her sister. Mary will be remembered for her hospitality, great cooking, gardening, artistic creativity, photography and love for her family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hidden Villa. Please join us in remembrance on April 11th at 2:00pm. Bring your best stories of Mary to 26969 Moody Rd, Los Altos Hills.
