Irwin Phillip Linzer

Irwin "Whitey" Linzer, 85, of Lebanon, New Jersey, passed away on April 18, 2024, in Pensacola, Florida with family by his side. Irwin was born September 28, 1938, in Somerville, NJ to Joseph and Dorothy Linzer. Irwin was a veteran, serving his country faithfully in the US Navy and was a Plank Owner on the USS George Washington SSBN-598, the first nuclear powered and ballistic missile submarine. Following his service in the Navy, he worked for Ford Motor Company and later Wisner Manufacturing. Irwin was a well-known and highly- respected welder and fabricator who established Linzer Mechanical Services, in business for over 35 years. One of his devices, Econo Sensor, can be found in dairies and food processing plants throughout the country. Irwin was a jack-of-all-trades: mechanic, carpenter, welder, plumber, mason, electrician, HVAC technician, and an amazing artist. He was what one would refer to as a true Renaissance man. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, biking, tinkering, exploring, traveling, riding his Harley, and working on his many cars. Irwin was a voracious reader and had a thirst for knowledge. He was often called upon by many of his neighbors to solve and repair a myriad of problems. Most of all he loved his wife and children, grandchildren, family and friends.

Irwin was predeceased by his wife, Janet, June 2001; his parents Joseph and Dorothy, his siblings; Thomas Linzer, Joseph "Buddy" Linzer, Joan Linzer, and Edith "Edie" Eustice.

Irwin is survived by his two sons, John and his wife, Marilou, Jeffrey and his girlfriend, Suzanne, and his daughter, Deborah Zavaglia and her husband Thomas; also surviving are his cherished grandchildren, Natalie Michalenko, Aspen Linzer, and James Linzer. In addition, he's survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any Cancer or Alzheimer's Charities of your choosing.