Ivy May Pierce

October 24, 1963 - December 12, 2015

Ivy May Pierce, age 52, a resident of Northville, NY died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family and close friends Saturday December 12, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Gloversville, NY on October 24, 1963. She was the daughter of Gene A. Steele and Dawn M. Van Slyke Steele. She was employed as an office manager for Banner Industries in Malta, NY for many years. She was a member of the ADK Hiking Club, a volunteer for many different organizations; including Walk for Life and feeding the needy also habitat for humanity. Survivors include her father; Gene A. Steele of Broadalbin. Her son; Zachary Taylor Pierce; currently serving in the Air Force stationed at Fort Drum in Watertown,NY. Two brothers; John Steele of Johnstown and Joe Passino of Perth. Two sisters; Gena Jackson of Perth and Jacqueline Beach of Basher falls, NY. Several nieces and nephews also survive her. She was predeceased by her mother Dawn M. Steele. Friends may call on Tuesday December 15, 2015 at the Northville Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated on Wednesday December 16, 2015 at 9 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church of Northville. Memorial Contributions may be made to Relay for Life, American Cancer Society, Capital NY Region – Latham, 1 Penny Ln, Latham, New York 12110. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.northvillefuneralserivce.com.