Leroy Herron of Hillsdale, NY passed away December 25th in Pittsfield, MA. Born August 6, 1938, in Great Barrington, MA., he was the son of the late Leroy and Augusta Wollny Herron. Roy grew up in Hillsdale and graduated from Roeliff Jansen Schools and then attended Albany Business School. Roy enlisted in the army reserves after which he went on to become a bar tender. He worked in various hotels in Florida and later would move back to Columbia County working as a bar tender in various country clubs. Roy also ran an automobile supply business until his retirement. He enjoyed music, golf and was an avid reader.  He is survived by, his sister Patricia Marangine of  N.Tonawanda, NY, his nephew Steven Beningo of Derwood, MD, his niece Dr. Karyn Beningo of Niagara Falls, NY and several cousins. He is predeceased by his sister Constance L. Herron. There will be a calling hour at noon, on Friday, January 2nd, at the French, Gifford, Preiter & Blasl Funeral Home, Chatham, NY. A prayer service will be celebrated at 1pm at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers contributions in Roy's name to the Hospice of the Berkshires would be appreciated. For directions or to convey a condolence visit frenchblasl.com