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David Ferguson Obituary
David E. Ferguson
of Owego
David E. Ferguson, 71, of Owego, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, October 5, 2008. David was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Ella Ferguson; son, Keith Ferguson; and sister, Maggie Crider. David is survived by his wife of 47 years, Jeanette; daughter, Jennifer (Chris) Hagquist, Owego; grandchildren, Travis and Taylor Hagquist; brother, Cecil (Mary Lou) Ferguson, Ava, Mo.; and sister, Roberta Roberts, Ava, Mo. David graduated from Roosevelt High School in Fresno, Calif. in 1955 and went on to serve in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1958. He was a staff engineer in the display subsystems engineering department of IBM Owego and retired in 1991 at the age of 54. After retiring from IBM, David became involved with the Tioga County Senior Citizens Council, where he was named "Senior of the Year" in 2005. David was instrumental in installing computers for seniors to use and he gave instruction in word processing, the Internet, e-mail and graphics use. He also had a love of photography, and also gave instruction in digital photography. He was a member of the Owego Camera Club for 27 years, was a board member for Skyline Corral for 10 years, and a board member for the Senior Citizens Council.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at 11 a.m. with Loretta Perry officiating at Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park Street, Owego with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Family invites friends to call on Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations in David's name to Gospel Chapel, 203 North Ave., Owego, N.Y. 13827 or Lourdes Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Rd., Vestal, N.Y. 13850. www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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The Fritz family
October 14, 2008
Jeanette, Jennifer, Chris & family,
We send our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of David. We remember his smile, joy, helpfulness, great photos, computer guru and neat suspenders. May you cherish all your good memories of times together.
Angela Difasi
October 9, 2008
Jennifer and family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I know you must miss him terribly, but take comfort in knowing that he will always be with you in spirit.
Blessings,
Jim Barr
October 8, 2008
I know what you are going thru, lost my wife of 41 years in 1998. I haven't seen Dave since June 1955 when we graduated from RHS in Fresno. He was a good friend in Cadets & the Photo club. Photo club may have been motivated by skirts, it was for me. Several years ago he located me thru computer tracking, have remained e mail buddies since. Know that with time, things will get better, but does take awhile.
Jim Barr
GERRY BAKERINK
October 6, 2008
I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DAVE. HE HELPED ME WITH MY PHOTOS AND WITH MY COMPUTER. HE WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND. GOD BLESS YOU. MY HUSBAND JUST PASSED AWAY 3 WEEKS AGO, SO I KNOW WHAT A LOSS YOUR FAMILY IS FEELING. GERRY
Merna & Howard & Douglas COLWELL JR
October 6, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.May God bless and sustain you.One glorious day we shall all meet on that "Golden Shore".David has gone ahead to prepare a beautiful mansion for his loved ones one day.
We will certainly miss him at the Owego Senior Dinners.We have moved,so most likely won't make it to them anymore ourselves.
God Bless you!!
The Ryan's
October 6, 2008
Jennifer, Chris and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We know how cherished he was as a part of your family and know that he will be sadly missed by you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Jo Belodeau
October 6, 2008
My heart felt sympathy goes out to all of David's family. He was a marvelous person--a level above most--and will be greatly missed by many. I just know he is already teaching a group in heaven how to use a digital camera and print photos using a computer.
Bonnie Hutchings
October 6, 2008
Joann & family, Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Joe, Bonnie, & Jennie
Katherine D'Andrea
October 6, 2008
To the loving family of David,are prayers and sympathy are with all of you. He was a great person husband father and grandfather,and will be missed by all who knew him. Katherine,Jeanine, Chuck,Becky,and family.
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