John Graham Ireland passed away on September 2nd after a long illness. Known as a lover of animals, photography, and science, he was always a Boy Scout at heart. He was happiest camping, canoeing and taking photos.
John was born on April 6, 1949 to Leonard and Grace Ireland of Endwell, NY. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Yvonne “Bonnie” La May Ireland, sisters Karen Ireland, and Elizabeth (Marvin) Turner, daughter Erin Ireland and her wife Jessica Rykowski, and son Sean Ireland.
John graduated from Maine-Endwell Sr High, Broome Tech, and Monmouth College in IL, majoring in Bio/Medical Tech. John worked at Eastman Kodak for 27 years as a Lab Technician in CQS, as well as positions at the U of R, Highland Hospital, and Ward’s Natural Science.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sat, Oct 5th at Fellows Rd Park Lodge, in Fairport, NY, from 1 to 4 p.m. In honor of John’s love for animals, donations in his memory may be made to Rochester Veterinary Emergency Services.