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Marian Ferguson Obituary
Marian FERGUSON Marian Ferguson, 81, passed away on April 2, 2011 in her home surrounded by her family. She enjoyed life to its fullest until the very end. Her smile, positive attitude and fun spirit made her a delight to be around. She was a faithful servant, cheerful volunteer and loyal friend. She was born to Howard and Helen Fitterer Watchie, who preceded her in death along with her second mother Katherine Ryan Watchie, her brothers John and Dick Watchie and her sisters Emma Park and Mary Pat Heins. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Laurie and Bill Caya, Liz and Darrin Stafford, and Russell and Carol Ferguson as well as six loving grandchildren, James and Katie Caya, Megan and Jessica Stafford, and Kyle and Andrew Ferguson as well as her faithful friend Glenn Hittner; sister Rita Baker and brothers Tim Ryan and Fr. Michael J. Ryan. A Funeral Mass will take place Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 10:30am at St. Kilian Catholic Church, 26872 Estanciero Dr., Mission Viejo, CA. A luncheon reception to celebrate her life will immediately follow the Mass. Donations may be made in Marian's name to the American Cancer Society or the Susan B. Koman Breast Cancer. Inurnment will take place at a later date at the family plot at Calvary Cemetery in Seattle. O'Connor Mortuary, (949) 581-4300 www.oconnormortuary.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Marian Ferguson
May 3, 2011
Dear Russell and Family,
Christ's special peace to you and the family as a genuine sharing in your dear wife, Marian's,deep Eternal Peace! She was a faithful and lovely HNA alum.
We were so sorry to hear of her death so please be assured that all the family remain in our thoughts and prayers.
May God's infinite and merciful love sustain and console you all.
God bless each and every one of you!
In Jesus and Mary,
Sister Ilene Clark, snjm
Sister Rosemary Perisich, snjm and the community at Holy Names
Academy
April 14, 2011
Dear Laurie, Liz, Russ & Carol,
We were so sorry to see your Mom go, but after all she had been through,it was time. She was a beautiful person inside and out. We have so many special memories of our good times with her. We will never forget the parties and all of our travels together. She had a great sense of humor and was so much fun to be with. Father Mike made her Memorial Mass so special.God bless all of you and your families.
Love & Prayers,
Helen & Pat Farrell
Michelle DeCarlo- Lintzner
April 12, 2011
Liz,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I lost my mother to Cancer a few years back. I know the loss can be very hard to deal with. Please take comfort in knowing God has a plan for us all and trust in him. He knows best. Your mother will be with you always.
My prayers will be with you and your family.
Ellie Davis
April 11, 2011
Liz,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Try to find happiness in your memories and celebrate her life with your family. My thoughts are with you. Take Care.
Nia Mallett
April 11, 2011
Liz,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. My prayers are with you and your family!
Ann Rommel
April 9, 2011
Liz~ I am sorry to hear about hte passing of oyur Mom. I used to see her at St. Kilians and ran into her a couple of times at charity fashion shows here in Orange County. She was a lovely lady! If you are ever in OC, call me! xoxox Annie Sanchez Rommel
April 8, 2011
Liz,
The loss of your mother is very painful, and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Her picture shows those of us that didn't have the pleasure of knowing her -- that she was a very beautiful woman. Hold tightly to the wonderful memories you have and know that she will always be with you in spirit.
Sandy Gramlich
Veronica Sanchez
April 7, 2011
Liz,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I can't even begin to imagine the pain & sorrow you are going through. I lknow how close you where to her. I pray the lord will give you strength not to forget, but to remember the beautiful memories you and your family shared with her.
Theda Teal
April 7, 2011
Liz
My thoughts and prayers go out for you and your family. I hope knowing that your Xerox family and your many friends care will bring you and your family much comfort for days to come.
Beth Starr
April 7, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss, but so glad you were all able to be with her. You are all in our prayers. Love, Doug, Beth, Jacob & Katie Starr
Marvin Aramaki
April 7, 2011
Liz
Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Robert Zumberge
April 6, 2011
Liz, I am so sorry for your loss. We just lost our mother Lois Zumberge two weeks prior to your mother's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Linda English
April 6, 2011
Liz, you are a reflection of your mom in the way you treat people with respect and empathy. I am so sorry for your loss and I will make an extra pledge in her honor during my annual Race For The Cure walk. Take care of yourself. God will handle the rest.
April 6, 2011
Our Prayers for you and your family. We are very sorry for the loss of your mother.
Steven
April 6, 2011
A lovely tribute to a beautiful, lovely woman. We wish you comfort in this difficult time and hope the memories you have of Marian will help to ease your grief.
With love,
Laura, Michael, David & Brian Gallop
Leon and Joan Hittner
April 6, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ferguson Family. We've known your Mom for many years and certainly enjoyed her company when she visited our home. We will miss her.
Ruby Goldman
April 6, 2011
Liz, my sincere condolences. My prayers are with you and your family.
Bill Garcia
April 6, 2011
I never met Marian, I only know that she was a woman of strong faith and passed that on to her children. I know Liz a good woman of faith that is a light to this world. Marian, you now have the peace that your faith has promised you. May your offspring follow your footsteps. May God bless and comfort your family.
April 6, 2011
Liz,
I am sorry for your loss. I hope you will find comfort in knowing your mother is in Heaven now and beginning a new chapter in her life.
Mike Mitchell
Mike Spain
April 6, 2011
Liz,
Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your Mom. My prayers are with you and your family during these challenging times.
Mike Spain
Mike Spain
Ashraf Shams
April 6, 2011
Liz,
Im am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
April 6, 2011
Liz, My prayers are with you and your family.
John Tracy
April 6, 2011
Liz-
Very sorry to hear. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
-Mike Demmert
April 5, 2011
Liz,
My prayers are with you during these moments. Take care and be blessed.
Nick Walker
April 5, 2011
Liz,
It's always sad when we lose someone so dear to us;however you can find comfort in knowing that your Mom so enriched your life and everyone else's life that she came into contact with.
I pray that God continues to bring you and your family comfort and peace.
Ron Shirley
Jose Naputi
April 5, 2011
Liz,
Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your mother, Marian. Remember that "Those who live in the hearts of others never die." May God's Grace stregthen you and your family.
Andrea Kenney
April 5, 2011
Liz,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you during these trying times. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Silva
April 5, 2011
Dear Liz--My deepest sympathy for you and your family during this sad time. I hope you are able to remember all the great times you spent with her and that those memories are of comfort to you now and in the days, months and years to come.
Roger Kinter
April 5, 2011
Liz, Cathy and I have you and your family in our prayers for comfort and peace. We also think of you Mom now side by side with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. That is true comfort to you and your family.
Love Roger and Cathy
Joel Sironen
April 5, 2011
Liz: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joel
Laurie Jones
April 5, 2011
Liz,
I see your mother's beautiful smile in you. Cherish your wonderful memories and know that you have an angel with a name to watch over you.
Blaze Bhence
April 5, 2011
Words can not express the loss that we feel at these times. Know that your family is in our prayers.
Monica Milstead
April 5, 2011
Hello Liz
I pray God's peace for you and your family as you face the loss of your mother. You know I lost my mother last June. She is in Heaven and I look forward to being with her again. I know you feel the same and during this time of loss I pray God's special touch on your heart. Love Monica
Candy Johnson-Turi
April 5, 2011
Liz, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
April 5, 2011
Liz,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vic and Toni
April 5, 2011
Dear Liz and family,
Wishing you many thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time as you mourn the death of your dear mother,
Marian.
Sincerely,
Loraine Baldocchi
Xerox San Francisco
Jeff Haydel
April 5, 2011
My condolences for you and your families loss.
Arnold Patillo
April 5, 2011
My condolences to the family.
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