Irene E. Spencer, 70, of Elmira passed away at home on Saturday, September 30, 2017 surrounded by family. Irene was predeceased by her parents, Nettie and Edwin Ellis; and step-mother, Ethel Wendling. Irene is survived by her daughter, Tina (Dan) Wilber; grandchildren, Valerie (Chris) Wadley, Victoria Garris, Tonya (Pat) Ziegler and James (Nikki) McCoy; 16 great-grandchildren and very special friend, Sally Rine. Irene was a graduate of Southside High School. She enjoyed having her family around her, especially her grandchildren. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend who will be dearly missed by all. Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 from 12 to 2 PM with a funeral service to follow at 2 PM. Irene will be laid to rest in the Riverside Cemetery, Lowman, NY immediately following the funeral service.