HERKIMER-John Robert Irons age 60 passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning January 28, 2020 in his home after an extended illness. He had the comfort and support of his loving family at his side. He was born on January 9, 1960 in Herkimer, son of Robert D. and Myrtle Hubbard Irons. A lifelong Herkimer resident, he was a graduate of Herkimer High School with the class of 1978. He was first employed by G.W. Canfield in Utica and for the past two and one half years for New York State Office of Mental Health in Utica. To all who knew John he was a caring, patient and helpful man. He was gifted mechanically and could repair almost anything broken or could not run. He was always ready to do for others while seeking nothing in return. A true outdoorsman, his leisure time was spent hunting, fishing and riding his snow mobile. He was a member of the Mohawk Valley Anglers Club and the Susquehanna Bass Association. His happiest times were spent with his many friends and family, especially his cherished grandchildren. He will be sadly missed. Surviving besides his loving parents Robert and Myrtle Irons of Herkimer are a daughter, Jessica Salvagni and her husband Jason, one son, John D. Irons and his companion Jenna Perry, all of Little Falls, a sister, Sharyn Woods and her husband Steven of Newport, three grandchildren, Dominick, Jordan and Isabelle Salvagni, his extended family and friends, Cynthia, Wayne and Zachary Schrader of Herkimer, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours for Mr. Irons will be on Monday from 2:00 until 4:00 pm in Fenner Funeral Home, Inc., 115 Court Street; Herkimer. A funeral service will follow immediately after at 4:00 pm in the funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be made with memorial donations to the Herkimer County Humane Society. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Calling Hours

Monday, February 3, 2020 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Fenner Funeral Home Inc. 115 Court St. Herkimer, New York 13350 Funeral Service

Monday, February 3, 2020 4:00 PM

Fenner Funeral Home Inc. 115 Court St. Herkimer, New York 13350