Grace Marie Colombo, 97, of Scotts Valley entered into God’s kingdom on August 17, 2023. Grace was born Grace Marie Harris on February 5, 1926 in Fowler CO; youngest of a large family. She was married to Robert Colombo for 44 years; he preceded her in death in 1995.

Grace attended college in Springfield MO, where she met Robert and graduated from St Mary’s in Moraga with a Bachelor of Arts in Management. Grace worked as an auditor for County bank of Santa Cruz and Comerica for sixteen years. Her husband was a professor at Bethany Bible College in Scotts Valley where Grace served in children’s ministries and as Treasurer for Bethany Women’s Auxiliary.

Grace had the personality and charisma to make friends in any situation. She was a published author and lover of nature. She enjoyed photography, gardening, desktop publishing, church activities, walking and writing. Grace attended Felton Bible Church.

Grace is survived by her daughter Sheryl Ayers, son-in-law Michael Ayers, granddaughters Whitney Ayers, Alexandra (Ayers) Ocheltree and her husband Michael Ocheltree, Julia Ayers, grandson Landon Ayers and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a celebration of life at Felton Bible Church, 5999 Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA 95018 on September 9, 2023 at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers you may make a donation to Felton Bible Church.