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Carlton Ferebee Obituary
He was born in Edenton, N.C., on Jan. 12, 1957. He was born to the late Charlie Ferebee and Mrs. Grace L. Ferebee.
He was a graduate of Perquimans County High School. He was previously employed at Northrop and Grumman and was currently employed with Treated Lumber Outlet. He was honorably discharged from the military and "Top' loved to spend time with family and friends. He was an avid lover of the youth and was currently the Youth Football Coach of the 2007 Super Bowl Champs the Oyster Point Panthers. Special thanks to RAI staff and the staff of MCV Hospital.
He was preceded in death by his father, and brother-in-law, George "Bubba" Hopson.
He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Ruth "Ann"; son, Carlton "Brandon"; mother-in-law, Willnett Hopson; father-in-law, George E. Hopson; sister, Colette F. Lawrence (David), of Greenville, N.C.; brothers, Charlie Ferebee Jr. (Gene), Kenneth C. Ferebee, Doran T. Ferebee (Zita), Johnathan Ferebee (Shirley), and sister, Vicky Shambee all of Hertford, N.C., and a host of relative and friends.
Viewing will be held from 1to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at New Beech Grove Baptist Church located at 326 Tabbs Lane, Newport News, Va.
Services of Celebration and Remembrance are entrusted to the M.E. Fisher Funeral Home, 757-245-3302. www.mefisherfuneralhome.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carlton Ferebee
November 6, 2009
Ruth we were so sorry to here that Carlton had passed. You and your son are in our thoughts and prayers here at Charney Chiropractic.
November 5, 2009
To the Ferebee family, my heart is so heavy hearing of this loss. I worked with Carl here at Commonwealth Wood Preservers and The Treated Lumber Outlet. He will be missed by all of us.Rest in peace my friend.
Glenn Matheny
Delores Jackson
November 3, 2009
Ann God bless you and your son, my prayers are with you,and may the Lord Jesus be your comfort. (Howmet 2nd shift)
Mel Richardson
November 2, 2009
Ann, I found out yesterday(Sunday) that your husband had passed. I am so sorry I learned about it late. May God give you and your son the strength to go on without dad and husband. I am sure time will make the hurt and pain better for the both of you.
November 2, 2009
Ann and Carlton, Kyra and I were so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Ferebee. We will miss seeing him at the many school functions.
Our prayers are with you and your family. Valerie and Kyra Walker
October 31, 2009
To Mrs. Ferebee and Carlton,
It is so sad to have to say goodbye to such a warm, friendly and God fearing man. You were such a wonderful couple. I have never seen such loving and proud parents. I watched from the behind you in church and smiled with admiration as you two cuddled and nurtured Carlton to become a fine young man. May God Bless you and give you strength and peace.
Sincerely,
Roberta DePollar
New Beech Grove Baptist
Lisa Agee
October 31, 2009
Ann, I am so very sorry to hear about Carl's passing. He was a good man, I thought alot of him; we all go back along time and I'm sorry I haven't kept up with you. I happen to be looking for another friend who had recently passed away when I saw his name, I just can't believe it. My heart is so sad for you and your family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you, please call soon and I will come by. Take care of yourself. Lisa Agee (532-0066)
Thelma Celestin
October 31, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 31, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of need. My son Grant and I first met Coach Ferebee this year. Grant got his first hit, knocking the wind out of him..and Coach Ferebee came over and sat down with him, talking him through the pain, and didnt get up until he knew Grant felt better. I knew then what a good man he was, and a good father. He will be missed at the football field, but will be at every game with us, cheering on the Oyster Point Panthers! Thank you Coach..
Susan and Grant Jacobs
Carolyn & Briana Dillard
October 31, 2009
Ann,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Please know that you and your son are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that you need or that we can do, we are only a phone call away. Our sincere condolences.
Becky Waltz
October 31, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Coach Carlton. Daniel enjoyed playing basketball for him and as parents, we appreciated seeing the love he had for the kids . . . both on and off the basketball court. He was truly a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chris, Becky and Daniel Waltz
Lisette Gordon-Thomas
October 31, 2009
To the Ferebee, Family I will keep you in my prayers in this time of need. I will always remeber Top as the good man he was may God bless you and your family and continue to bless you as time goes on. I am sorry for your lost let me know if there is anything I can do for you at anytime.
Jerry and Sue Sprouse
October 30, 2009
Ann and Carlton, we were so sorry to hear about Mr. Ferebee. We enjoyed talking to him at all the games this summer and when he came to the house. He was so excited about getting that picture for Carlton for his birthday. If there is anything we can do for your family, please call.
Willy, Mindy, Brandon, and Ashley Adams
October 30, 2009
We were so sorry to hear about Carlton. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers. Please tell Brandon that we are thinking of him.
Casey Vick
October 30, 2009
I first got to really know Coach Ferbee when we coach the defense together on the 2007 undefeat Oyster Point superbowl team, we would call each other every wednesday morning and laugh about how good we were. He taught us all the importance of being on time, hussle, toughness and determination, I tried to get him to Coach with me this 3rd year but he said " He just wanted to walk around the field and watch". Still even when I coach I'd feel his presence and now even more... Love You Coach, and will miss you, but you are with God now and there's no better place to be.. Peace! Be strong Mrs. Ferbee and Lil' Carlton.
Becky Slaydon
October 30, 2009
What a great lost. We will miss seeing him at the ballfield and hearing his deep voice cheering every player on. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Roger, Becky, Justin and Ashley Slaydon
October 30, 2009
So sorry for you and your family's loss I met coach Ferebee about year ago when my son started playing football he was kind and wonderful man God Bless you all and your family. Team Mom from Oyster Point Panthers.
October 30, 2009
To the Ferebee Family,
We are sorry for the loss of your husband, father and our friends. Ann & Brandon you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed by all the knew him. God Bless & Keep The Faith.
The Askew's
Troy, Janice & Troy Jr.
October 30, 2009
To the Ferebee Family.
My heart goes out to all of you at this time. Having grown up in Hertford Top and I played football and basketball everyday of our lives, so it seemed. Top was a good blocker and I credit him for a lot of my success. I know he was a great coach because he came from a town of great athletes. We all were nurtured that way and he has passed it on to his son and all the young men and women that came in contact with him. God Bless all of you and keep the faith.
Keith Rouse and family
Alexandria, virginia
Michelle Green
October 30, 2009
Mrs. Ferebee,Carlton and Family:
With heavy hearts, please accept our deepest condolences and continous prayers.Coach Ferebee will truly be missed.
Tyrone and Michelle Green and family
Don Hess
October 30, 2009
We all have lost a great man in our life. A man who is the real meaning of the word "MAN". Im a better person for having you in mine and my familys life. I will continue to carry your ways of coaching when I step on the field. And I know you are going to be there every game. We all at Oyster point Football will miss you. Mrs. Ferebee and Brandon, your in my thoughts and prayers. I'm here if you ever need me. I love you guys.....
David/Debbie Lloyd
October 30, 2009
To the Ferebee family. So sorry to hear about your loss, I met Mr.Ferebee a couple years back at dialysis at Riverside.I have good memories of him,he made me laugh. My life is richer from knowing him.
Jenny, Mary, Erick Steven, Christian, David & Jenna Phelps/Sola
October 29, 2009
It was a shock to hear that Mr Ferbee had past away - we were very sad to hear that he was gone, but then we have to remember that God wanted him to come home. He is now free of any pain, singing with the angels and with Jesus. Because we are human, we always miss the people that we love. In Mr. Ferbee's case we saw him as a supportive father at the baseball games, always had a cheerful "hello" to everyone, helpful in the concession stand or whatever was asked of him. We will miss seeing him next summer. Our prayers are with the Ferbee family and if we can help you in any way, please don't hesitate to call.
Lisa Cotton
October 29, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss..Your husband was always a very kind and humble person..May GOD bless and comfort you and Carlton, Jr. during this time.
isaiah b
October 29, 2009
R.I.P coach ferebee
Jim & Marnie Kirsch
October 29, 2009
To Mrs. Ferebee and Carlton Jr, may you come to understand and accept the terrible loss that you are be feeling at this time.. Mr. Carlton was one of the most supportive and enthusiastic fathers that we had the opportunity to get to know. May you find some comfort in the love and respect so many have for Mr. Carlton
Lynne Fields
October 29, 2009
Our first memories of Mr. Ferebee was when Carlton and Austin and Garrett played on the Cougars basketall team. Every time the ball went out of bounds, we heard his deep voice say, "Red!" Since then, we were privileged to have known him through baseball too. It was so obvious how much he loved Carlton and how he was so dedicated to being a good father in spite of the hardships of his illness. May it bring you both comfort knowing how much he loved his family. We pray the Lord will ease your pain during this difficult time and give you peace.
Brian, Lynne, Austin, Garrett, Dylan and Logan Fields
Missy Moore
October 29, 2009
Ann, Brandon & Family,
Wow what a loss-the world needs more Carlton Ferebee's in it. What a friend and example for all dads and young men coming up in this world. He touched so many through his Coaching and by being the proud Father that he was to Brandon. Keep making him proud cause we all know that he is still watching over you from above. We will all miss him dearly and just want you all to know how much we care and love you guys. Many Hugs and prayers sent your way.
The Moore Family
Adam, Missy & Jonathan
Michael Glasker
October 29, 2009
To Mrs. Ferebee and the entire Ferebee Family. Our deepest condolences go out to you and your entire family at this time. We met Carlton as our new Head Usher a little over a year ago in church and he taught us how to become not only better ushers in the church but better people in life we will surely miss his warm smile and sense of humor.
Mr. Michael & Mrs Sherry Glasker
October 29, 2009
Ruth & Son,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. As the days and weeks go by and you return to your routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of your family and friends. May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
"The Stewart's"
Lillian, Len, Bernadine, Kevin & family
Helen @ Barry Sims
October 29, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Sylvia Scales
October 29, 2009
Mrs. Ferebee and Carlton Jr. we are praying for you. This is a very difficult time for you, but I know you have a strong faith in God because I have seen it through Mr. Ferebee's actions and through your service at New Beech Grove. Ferebee will be greatly missed by the patients and staff at RAI. I'm going to miss talking about church with him and we will all miss his infectious smile. Just take comfort in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. We love you and will always be here for you.
Amy Rivera
October 29, 2009
Taken too soon....My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amy Rivera, OYFL Parent
Kris Nealy
October 29, 2009
Coach Ferebee, as we know him, will be dearly missed in our presence and in our hearts. I pray that Ann and Carlton will find peace in their memories of their loved one. Coach Ferebee was not only a friend, but a man of wisdom, dignity and strength, and our baseball family truly will not be the same without him.
The Nealy Family
Kris Nealy
October 29, 2009
Coach Ferebee, as we know him, will be dearly missed in our presence and in our hearts. We pray that Ann and Carlton will find peace in their memories of their loved one. Coach Ferebee was not only our friend, but a man of wisdom, dignity and strength, and our baseball family truly will not be the same without him.
The Nealy Family
Jerry Arceo
October 29, 2009
Ruth and Carlton, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May God and your memories bring you comfort. Mr. Ferebee, will be surely missed at all baseball practices and games.
Arceo Family
Thelma Peterson
October 29, 2009
Ruth, I am still in shock. You and your son have my deepest condolences. I will miss him deeply. He was my best friend.
Pat Jarvis
October 29, 2009
Mrs Ferebee,Carlton,Jr.
Words cannot express the sorrow I felt when I heard of Mr. Ferebee's passing. I remember the first time I met him,we became instant friends. We had many talks about dialysis, but he spoke mainly about the love and support of his family. I will always remember our baseball games and tournaments with my grandson and your son, and how proud we both were of them. Please accept my deepest sympathies from our family. Our thoughts and prayers of comfort will be continous. He will be forever remembered by me and the staff at Renal Advantage Dialysis Ctr. He was truly and great man!
Pat Jarvis and family
Staff @ Renal Advantage, Thimble Shoals.
sharon gordon
October 29, 2009
To Ann and Brandon, May God bless you and keep you doing this time of transition for Top. May the memories sustain you and God peace surround you for ever. I shall always remember him for the delightful person that he was. Know that I send my prayers across the miles to you and Brandon for what ever you may need.
Love Peaches
Lynn Westfall
October 29, 2009
Dear Ruth Ann and Carlton,
May the love of friends and family carry you through your time of grief and sadness. As many prayers go out to the both of you to give you strength. Remember the good times as this will help carry you through.
Death Is Not Final
When we lose someone we love
A loss too great to bear
God sends us friends to comfort us
To show they deeply care.
In the dark hours of the night
When no one is around
It's when we feel the loneliest
And where God's love is found.
Like a soothing, healing balm
That console's our broken heart
Yet so much pain still lingers
Ripping it all apart.
Just rest secure in God's love
Knowing He is by our side
He holds us close when feeling as though
A part of us has died.
I know that God will listen
When words we need to say
And when we feel we need to cry
Know he is with us night and day.
He is always waiting by our side
With arms open wide
As we pour out all our hurt
He is standing by our side.
The Lord loves us so very much
He will never leave us alone
And never forsake us in our need
To face the loss on our own.
He comforts us and strengthens us
Anoints us with Heavenly balms
And as the dawn breaks through the sky
We will awake in His loving arms.
He will be missed by all.Not seeing him at the games.He was a big support. It will not be the same when we look into the stands. We always knew that he was there to support no matter what happened.
Westfall Family
Fred Storms
October 29, 2009
Ruth and Carlton you are in our prayers, Mr. Ferebee will missed.
The Storms Family
October 29, 2009
Our prayers are with your family. Coach Ferebee will really be missed@ Oyster Point practices & games.
Daniels family
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