Obituary of Hermina J. Ayres
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Hermina J. Ayres, 92, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at her home in Rockaway, surrounded by her loving children. Born and raised in Allentown, PA, she moved to Dover for a short period before spending 7 years in Denville and ultimately settled down in Rockaway to raise her family. During World War II, she was employed at Picatinny Arsenal in Wharton, NJ. She also worked at Morris County Savings Bank for 15 years before retiring. Hermina loved to knit with her mother. She was an avid Mets fan, often referring to them as "her" team. Above anything else, she enjoying spending time with her family and adored sons. Her memory will forever be cherished by them. She is now reunited with her beloved husband Harold J. Ayres. She is survived by her loving sons, Rodney W. Ayres and Wayne R. Ayres of Rockaway; her caring cousin Patricia Chapman of AZ; and other extended family located all over New Jersey. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, July 28th at 12:00 pm at Norman Dean Home for Services, 16 Righter Ave., Denville, NJ 07834. Memorial Visitation will take place prior to the Service from 10:30 – 12:00 pm. Burial will follow at Restland Memorial Park, East Hanover. Please leave a condolence and special memory for her family.
