Irwin W. Schriro

Irwin W. Schriro, a lifelong area resident passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at the age of 63.  He was born in Mt. Kisco, NY on April 27, 1959, the son of Lew and Rose (Katz) Schriro.

After graduating from Fox Lane High School where Irwin met his wife Suzann, he began his career in the alarm and security business. Irwin was the lead inventory and service coordinator at Scarsdale Security Systems in Scarsdale, NY. His volunteer fire service journey began with the Bedford Hills Volunteer Fire Department while living in Bedford Hills until he and his wife moved to Somers, NY. There he joined the Somers Volunteer Fire Department where he is a life member, Ex-Chief and past Commissioner.  Irwin was also a member of the Putnam Northern Westchester Fire Police Association and Red Knights Motorcycle Club NY Chapter VII with whom he enjoyed many memorial rides and trips to visit the retired members residing at the Fireman’s Home in Hudson, NY. He was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, and continued imparting his vast knowledge and experiences to all who surrounded him. Throughout his life he enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing, bowling in leagues with his wife and friends, attending his wife and children’s many sports events, and the company of his many animal companions.

On November 10, 1979 he married Suzann Hitchcock who survives at home.  In addition, he is survived by his son, Craig and his wife, Erin of Hyde Park, NY; his daughter Stacey Olivares and her husband Edward-Noel of Middletown, NY; his sister Debra Dinan of Lake City, Florida and his three grandchildren, Anabelle, Mason and Brendon.  He was predeceased by his sister, Bonnie Dauphine.

Visiting will be held on Saturday, March 11 from 1-3 pm and 6-8 pm.  Fire Department services will take place at 7 pm.  Private cremation services will take place later.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Irwin to the Somers Volunteer Fire Department Inc. (PO Box 272, Somers, NY 10589)