James Hernon Obituary
Passed away April 7th, 2025 (age 92) at home surrounded by his loving family. He is predeceased by his parents James & Marguerite; sisters Patricia (Dick) & Nona (Paul); brother Andrew; brother-in-law James Derungs; nephew Tom Flanagan and Uncle William Heyn. Survived by Janet Hernon, the love of his life, his high school sweetheart, his loving and devoted wife of 70 years; children James Hernon, Eileen (Steve) Maloney, & Michael (Minerva) Hernon; grandchildren Christopher Maloney, Courtney Maloney, Michael (Lucy) Maloney, Christine Maloney, & Alex (Lucia) Rodriguez; great-grandchildren Madilyn, Maisy, Alex & Delaney; sisters Marilyn Derungs and Lanny (Jon) Brown; several dear nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great-nephews.
A special thank you to Dr. John Robb.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday April 26th 3-6pm at the American Legion Post #468 344 Dorsey Road 14616.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
777 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14612
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