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Daniel Ferguson

January 25, 1925

Daniel Wilson Ferguson age 88 a resident of 4-H Road Philippi, was born on January 25, 1925 in Barbour Co. a son of the late A.J. and Maude (Phillips) Ferguson. The last surviving member of his family departed this life on October 19, 2013 at Mon General Hospital surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Betty (Gribble) Ferguson. One daughter, Nancy Ware of Belington Six sons, Kenneth and wife Judy Philip and wife Sandy of 4-H Road David and wife Susan of Arthurdale, WV Paul of Grafton Timothy and wife Holly Michael and wife Tonya both of Belington Thirteen grandchildren, Charles; Daniel; Chris; Angela; Amanda; Taylor; Andrew; Matthew; Stephen; Michaela; Cari; Annie and Mimi Two great-grandchildren, Skylar and Dustin One sister-in-law, Edith Cox Two brother-in-laws, Guy and wife Barb Gribble Edward and wife Helen Gribble Many special nieces and nephews and cousins Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Virgil; George; Elwood; Wayne and Omar; two sisters, Mary Andrews and Sylvia Ervin He was a World War II veteran having served with the U.S. Army in the Philippines on Okinawa and Iwo Jima He was a retired iron worker Local 568, a life member of the VFW 410 in Belington and member of the Little Bethel Baptist Church. Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 216 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Monday October 21, 2013 from 5-8 pm and on Tuesday October 22 from 8-11 am the service hour with Pastor Randy Andrews officiating. Interment will follow in the Little Bethel Cemetery.

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  1. WANTED TO LIGHT A CANDLE IN MR. FERGUSONS MEMORY..GODS BLESSINGS AND PEACE SURROUND AND COMFORT THE FERGUSON FAMILY..

  2. David, Susan and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your dear father. Please know that you will be in our hearts and prayers at this difficult time. We ask that God wrap HIS loving arms around you all and give you HIS peace. Love and prayers The Feathers'

  3. My family understands the depth of your loss. We send our warmest thoughts, quietest moments, softest words, and most comforting of prayers to you all. God Bless.

  4. Uncle Wilson was always very kind to our family. I remember he and Aunt Betty would look after mom and us at times when I was young and give us a safe place to stay. Going to the farm as we would call it was ALWAYS a REAL TREAT and being part of what a family was supposed to be and I feel blessed.

  5. Sorry for your loss it is so hard to give up a loved one but God has a need for him and has called him to come home. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

  6. DEAR DAVID , SUSAN AND CHILDREN;WE R SO VERY SORRY FOR UR TIME OF SORRY AT THE PASSING OF UR FATHER, GRANDFATHER, AND FRIEND. WE R SO SORRY WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PAY OUR RESPECTS AT THE FUNERAL HOME, DUE TO TRAVEL. WILLIE GETS HOME SO LATE AND IS DEAD TIRED, HOWEVER WE WANTED U TO KNOW WE LOVE YOU ALL, AND U R IN OUR PRAYERS; WILLIE AND DONNA

  7. Among the great men of this world stood Uncle Dan Ferguson. He has and will always hold a most precious place,along with Aunt Betty, in our hearts.May he rest in peace and comfort now and we pray for comfort for the family.

  8. We want to send our love, prayers and support for you all in your time of loss. May God comfort you in His arms. Let us know if we can help.

  9. Kenny and Judy, May memories comfort your family until that great reunion day. May you have peace through the Prince of Peace.

  10. He once gave me a softball many years ago. I wanted and hoped to give one back to him here on Earth, now it will have to be heaven. Say hello to all your siblings for me and Grandma and Grandpa too. The Greatest Uncle I ever had.


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