He was a masonry contractor for 45 years.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Phyllis Irwin; and his children, Pamela and Jim Tester of Wasilla, Ak, Patricia Irwin of Fresno, Mark and Tracy Irwin, Jack and Julie Irwin, David and Kelly Irwin; brothers, Harold of Sonora, Ca, Charles of Fresno; sisters, Lola Thomas of Burmingham, Al and Connie Widney of Gig Habor, Wa; 18 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild.
A Funeral Service will be held at Stephens & Bean Chapel on Friday, July 5, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.
Remembrances may be made to Trinity Lutheran Community Church of Clovis.