Tony Irons

Tony Gail Irons, 64, Webb Lake, WI, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2018 after a battle with cancer. Tony was born November 23, 1953, a son of Crystal (Gardner) and Lowell Thomas Irons. He was a 1973 graduate of Grantsburg High School. Tony was enlisted in the United States Army from 1980-1983 stationed in Germany and Holland. He also had his own business in construction as well as owning a resort and bar. He resided in Webb Lake for 33 years. Tony loved the outdoors. He especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. Tony found pleasure in working with wood, including building log homes for himself and residents of the area of Webb Lake. He also loved to travel to see sights both in the United States and Germany. Tony was preceded in death by his father, Lowell Irons; his paternal grandparents, Ted and Shirley Irons; his maternal grandparents, Rush and Bernice Gardner; his brother, Randy Irons; and his son, Kelly Rae Irons. He is survived by his wife, Rita Irons; his daughter, Jennifer (Chris) Goetz; his grandchildren, Brock and Calista; his mother, Crystal Irons; a sister, Robin Irons; and many aunts, uncles, relatives, and friends. The memorial service honoring the life of Tony Irons will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, March 29, 2018 at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner, WI. A luncheon will follow at 12:30 PM at Crossroads Christian Church, 28509 CTH H, Webster (just north of CTH A, Town of Scott). In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.