Mobile, Alabama
IRONS, JR. John James "Chief" Irons, Jr.- a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Mobile for the past 58 years died on Saturday, February 16, 2008. He was 84 years old. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II and retired from the Mobile County Public School System after 35...
Read MoreWithh sadness I offer my condolences to the family. I will remember his caring, advice and concern for students and children.
Leo Fournier, Jr.
March 05, 2008 | Montgomery, AL
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Mary White
February 29, 2008 | Cypress, TX
As one of his favorites and member of his "Marching 100" Class of 1964, I am deeply sadden that one of the "Best Human Beings" in the world has departed. The world is a weaker place without the "Chief".
Charles A. East
February 26, 2008 | Buford, GA
You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your love one. May God give you strength and courage at such a challenging time. Thanks for sharing, a great mentor with the community. God Bless
Audrey Wolfe
February 25, 2008 | Altadena, CA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Band Members of The Central High School Class of 1962
February 23, 2008
Chief was a very proud man and an excellent role model for me. John III, I have so many fond memories of your father. Just want to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts as you go through this difficult time. May God bless you and your family.
James (Jimmy) Moore
February 22, 2008 | Fairburn, GA
"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal."
May God strengthen you and keep you in perfect peace.
Rosetta Walker Brooks
February 22, 2008 | Mobile, AL
I will always remember your days as Assistant Principal at Trinity Gardens. Thanks so much for those days and being so kind when I returned home on numerous occasions. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Carolyn Cooke-Rhodes
February 22, 2008 | Stone Mountain, GA
My heartfelt sympathy for Mr. Irons' family. He was and will always be remembered as one of the most enduring educators of his time, and a rock of the community. His legacy will never be forgotten by those he touched.
Douglas Blackman
February 22, 2008 | New Orleans, LA
