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Josephine Ferry Obituary
Josephine Ferry of Danbury, CT passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, October 11, 2015. She was 64 years old. She was the wife of John Ferry.
Mrs. Ferry was born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 15, 1951, a daughter of the late Louis Pagan and surviving mother, Nellie Pagan. Josephine was a dedicated educator, holding positions at St. Peter School as a teacher and principal. She recently retired from St. Gregory School where she ended her career doing what she loved, teaching. She also chaired Science Horizons and several STEM and engineering programs. Mrs. Ferry enjoyed challenging her students to work to their full potential.
Since her retirement, she and John have been busy running "Grandma and Grandpa's" daycare. She was a beloved daughter, wife, mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed.
Mrs. Ferry is survived by her husband John Ferry; mother: Nellie Pagan of Danbury, CT; brother: Louis Pagan of Waterbury, CT; two daughters: Andrea Keane and her husband David and grandson Caleb of Bethel, CT and Erica Urrutia and her husband Cesar and grandsons Cesar III and Alexander of Ridgefield, CT.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 16, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Peter Church on Main St., Danbury, CT. Burial will follow at St. Peter Cemetery, Lake Ave Ext., Danbury, CT.
Friends will be received from 5pm to 8pm on Thursday, October 15, 2015 at Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St., Danbury, CT.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the March of Dimes, 500 Winding Brook Drive, Suite 8, Glastonbury, CT 06037.
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Memories and Condolences
for Josephine Ferry
January 11, 2017
It's been two years and I just found out about this now. Mrs. Ferry was the most inspirational teacher I ever had!
Audrey De hoyos
September 22, 2016
I didn't know jo pass. May she rest in peace. We wish all her family well
Chris Meleg
August 5, 2016
I am sorry to hear of Mrs. Ferry's passing...She was a wonderful teacher who believed in my potential well before I was able to see it myself. 7th Grade and 1987 was a long time ago...but I remember her as the coolest teacher of science in a difficult Catholic environment at the time. My thoughts are with her family.
Lynda Ferry
October 18, 2015
DearJohn Andrea & Erica
Such a beautiful life will always be with us. My heart breaks for you. I will remember Jo's smile and love for her family the most.
October 17, 2015
I am so sorry to the Ferry family and the Pagano family. Jo was so special, I worked with her at Dupont and we had some special times together. She had some fine qualities. It was a pleasure to know her, I only wish I kept in contact. So sorry for your loss.
Bonnie Lawrence
Koren Evans
October 17, 2015
Andrea and family. I'm deeply sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Courtney Campagna
October 16, 2015
During ones journey through education, some are fortunate enough to come across that one teacher that changes the way they see the world. Mrs. Ferry was that teacher for me. She didn't teach by the book but rather by her heart, using her own life lessons and personal experiences to guide us. I will never forget the sparkle in her eye before she would tell us about a story from her childhood or how she always took the time to work with me and my classmates.
May you rest in peace Mrs. Ferry and thank you for everything.
Glenda Gallimore
October 16, 2015
To Andrea and the entire Ferry family:
My deepest sympathy and condolences for your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless and keep you and may your Mom lay in eternal peace.
Love, Glenda Gallimore and Family
Chris Hunton
October 16, 2015
I am truly at a loss for words.
Timmy and Quori Morgan
October 15, 2015
Andrea,Erica, Mr.Ferry and Family- We are deeply saddened by the news of your loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to you. In this tough time, may our friendship, sympathy and heartfelt condolences bring you comfort. We are here for you.
John Peterson
October 15, 2015
Louie and family
Our sincere and Deepest Sympathy to you at this time of sadness
Thinking of you
John & Sandy Peterson
Courtney Dee
October 15, 2015
I am deeply saddened by the news of Mrs. Ferry's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kathy Novak
October 15, 2015
Dear Mrs Pagan
I am so sorry to hear of Josie's
passing I will always remember her fondly I remember the times she let me come over and go swimming it was so nice having your family as neighbors while living on Cindy La Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time Rest In Peace Josie
Ray Moerler
October 15, 2015
John, so sorry to hear of the passing of Jo. I remember how nice she always was to people. I lost my wife last year. Your family will be there for you. God Bless.
Diane Steinerd
October 15, 2015
Mrs. Ferry had a gift for making everyone she touched feel special and loved. I volunteered for anything she needed at St.Peter's School as she fostered a true sense of community and responsibility for others. At St. Greg's her passion for teaching and science enhanced many student's interest in careers in the science field including my son. She is a guiding light that remains bright in our hearts
Amy DeMunda
October 14, 2015
Andrea,
My heart aches for you and your family during this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am here, if you need anything. Xo
Roseann Capanna-Hodge
October 14, 2015
Jo Ferry was such an amazing human being. To think of all the lives she touched with her kind and generous spirit. I have never worked with an administrator who cared so deeply for all her students. As we will all miss her so, I am only comforted to know that God has a special place for her. My thoughts and prayers are with her husband, John, and family.
Marissa Steinerd
October 14, 2015
Mrs. Ferry is one of those people that you never forget. She was a wonderful teacher and I can say that I have learned a lot from her. She was always in a cheery mood and had the ability to make anyone smile. I remember when she had stayed after school to help my friend and I with a science project and she was very helpful and we had shared a lot of laughs. She could have said no but that wasn't the kind of person she was. She put everyone's needs first. Mrs. Ferry was one of the sweetest people you could have met and it is very sad to see her leave so soon. We will all miss you Mrs. Ferry, but you will always stay in our hearts. Heaven has gained another angel. Rest in peace Mrs. Ferry.
Josh Critelli
October 14, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Ferry was a great teacher and I will cherish the memories. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robbin Preusse
October 14, 2015
My Family thinks of your Family in this very difficult time. May GOD keep you strong
Dick Ferry
October 14, 2015
As our niece we have wonderful and fond memories of family gatherings and joyful Weddings that will stay with us the rest of our lives. RIP Jo
Uncle Dick and Uncle Fred
Dayna Briante
October 14, 2015
I was completely shocked when I found out that Mrs. Ferry had passed. She was my 6th grade teacher at St. Gregory the Great and someone who I will never forget. Every day she came in with a smile that lit up the entire room. She was kind, caring and devoted to her job. I am very fortunate to have had such an inspirational teacher during my educational career. Mrs. Ferry will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family and anyone who knew what a wonderful woman she was. ~She gained her wings on earth and now it is time for her to fly in heaven with the angels~
Maureen Molinaro
October 14, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Susan Hanna Leonard
October 14, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Josephine's passing. I remember her from high school as one of the sweetest, kindest people I have ever known. RIP sweet angel! My condolences to John and her family.
GARY SIMONE
October 13, 2015
A GREAT LADY, SHE HAD SUCH A GREAT INFLUENCE ON SO MANY KIDS, SHE IS IN GOD'S ARMS TONIGHT AND 4EVER
Samantha Enright
October 13, 2015
Knowing Mrs. J, Ferry my entire life as a teacher, family friend my heart breaks. To the Ferry family my thoughts and prayers are with you. She will always have a legacy as an awesome daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and for all the lives she has touched as a teacher, principal
Justin Tung
October 13, 2015
So many of us were blessed with the privilege of having Mrs. Ferry as principal at St. Peter School. As a kind and understanding person, she will be dearly missed. To Mrs. Ferry: thanks for always being there for me and providing me with the foundation for an invaluable education. You've taught me a lot.
Michael Steinerd
October 13, 2015
Mrs. Ferry was a wonderful woman and a great principal at St. Peter's and then a great teacher at St Gregory's. She was always so helpful and willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. She will be greatly missed, and I know she will be watching over everyone and still looking out for us all.
Michael Steinerd
October 13, 2015
Mrs. Ferry was a great woman and a wonderful role model. She was a great principal at St. Peter's and then a great teacher at St. Gregory's as well. She will be missed dearly, and I know she will be watching over all of us.
Marcie Omarra-mezes
October 13, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs ferrys passing . She was by far my most favorite teacher at St. Peter's
Darlene Rabito
October 13, 2015
Mrs. Ferry was a kind person and wonderful teacher who truly cared about her students. My children, as most others, gained a lot from knowing her. May it help her family to know that she touched the lives of many students and was appreciate by many parents. Rest in peace.
MaryKate Boggan
October 13, 2015
I was blessed to have her as a teacher a few years ago. Her legacy will continue on in each of the students she has inspired. My thoughts and prayers go to her family in this time of extreme sorrow for the entire St. Gregory's family.
October 13, 2015
My children, Grace and Michael Andre loved her as a principal at St Peter's. God bless her and your family. May she rest in peace , with her dad, whom I know she missed dearly.
October 13, 2015
Mrs. Ferry, thank you for always being patient with me all those times I was sent to your office. You were always, kind, understanding, and a positive role model to anyone that met you. You were the heart of my early education, and I will carry the values and kindness you taught with me wherever I go.
Chris Walker
October 13, 2015
I am deeply saddened by this. Mrs. Ferry made a profound difference in my life at St. Gregory's, and I will cherish those memories forever. I will never forget counting how many times in one school day that I could say I and hug her. Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time. You will be missed dearly.
Chris Walker
Almeida Family
October 13, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
MacKenzie Rizzo
October 13, 2015
Mrs. Ferry was an incredible woman and I am blessed to have learned from her for three years. She made learning fun and exciting, and there was never a dull moment in her classroom. Mrs. Ferry was always there for last minute study sessions, and to help me get through my roughest times in junior high. She was a very special person to me and we shared a lot of memories. The lessons she taught me will remain close to my heart forever.
Richard Stoops
October 13, 2015
Josephine Ferry was the consummate Catholic educator. She saw right through her students eyes and grasped their hearts. Whenever the name, Saint Peter School, was spoken or heard; her picture sprang instantly into my mind. That picture was, and will always remain, warm, friendly, loving, and compassionate. My heartfelt sadness from her passing is coupled with the sad reality that we have lost a guiding light. May God's peace rest on her family. A saint has left us only to watch over us now.
October 13, 2015
My sincere sympathy for the loss of your Wife. Josephine was a principal during my Son Danny's years at St. Peter's and we have so many memories of this very kind and caring person. She was always ageless in mind and body. May she rest in peace. May your family find comfort in knowing that she left quite a legacy and that she was admired by so many children and adults alike.
Kate Dullard
October 13, 2015
Erica and family,
Mrs. Ferry was by far one of favorite teachers ever! Not only was she a teacher to me at St Peters, she was also a big part of my middle school years since Erica and I were so close.. She will definitely be missed... Erica you will always have a special place in my heart, condolences to your dad and Andrea and family
October 13, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Ferry. All three of my children attended St Peter School during the time when she was a teacher and then principal. She was a very loving and caring person and I am grateful that everyone in our family had the opportunity to know her. May she rest in peace. Carolyn, Richard, Jonathan, Jason and Lindsay Tomaszewski
Jessica Blanchard
October 13, 2015
I had the distinct pleasure, honor, and privilege of having Mrs. Ferry as a principal for 8 years (pre-k-6th grade) at St. Peters School. She was the BEST principal. Mrs. Ferry loved each one of her students and encouraged them always. She had a lovely sense of humor and taught me respect. One of her greatest teachings to me that I will cherish and never forget was to "Always be yourself". Thank you Mrs. Ferry for being an inspiring educator. Rest peacefully. My deepest sympathies and prayers are with the family of Mrs. Ferry. You are deeply missed by your St. Peter family.
October 13, 2015
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family during this time of grief. 1 corinthians 15: 26,
Judy Danuszar Schoonmaker
October 13, 2015
John,
So sorry for your loss. Jo was a special person. Remember the many great times in our youth. She will be missed.
Jim and Marina Fosina-DiDomenico
October 13, 2015
Dear Erica and Family
We are so sorry for you loss. We have all of you in our prayers.
Jim and Marina
Keri Perna
October 13, 2015
She will be missed. Sympathy and prayer to Mr. Ferry and family
Joanie Stillson Stoeckle
October 13, 2015
John,
I am so sorry to hear of Jo's passing. May you find comfort in all of these beautiful tributes to her as well as fond memories of times spent with family and friends. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Jean & Tony Rebeiro
October 13, 2015
Mrs. Ferry was a special, caring teacher who shed a bright light on our youngest when he was struggling. She always brought out the best in him and assured us that he would shine when he found his passion of learning again. Never one to criticize, she found that seed of learning in each of her students and brought out the best in them.
May her family find comfort in knowing that she left footprints on the hearts of all who were blessed to have known her.
With deepest sympathy,
Maureen Gilmartin
October 13, 2015
Andrea and Family,
We are sorry your loss. prayers for you all.
Maureen and Kevin Gilmartin
Anne Marie De Stefano
October 13, 2015
God rest Josephine's soul.
Michele Piela
October 13, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear of Jo's passing. May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
October 13, 2015
My prayers go out to her family. She was a lovely person and touched many lives.
Judy Thater
October 13, 2015
John and family -
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time. May all your memories give you comfort and peace. Ellie Staib
Robin
October 13, 2015
So sorry to hear of Jo's passing....I remember her well from school....she was a lovely person
Patricia Gallagher
October 13, 2015
She was a wonderful, caring person and I was so blessed to be a teacher on her staff at St. Peter school. She was so supportive of her students and faculty and she was a great role model for all of us. My life was truly enriched by her friendship. To John and family, the Gallaghers send you our love and will keep you in our prayers.
dawn blom
October 13, 2015
Dear John, Andrea, Erica and family,
This news saddens my heart so deeply. Jo was such an amazing woman full of joy, tenderness, compassion & love. She touched my life many times. So many children were blessed to have her to build wonderful foundations of life. God TRULY gained and angel. Her love will continue thru all of you.
DEEPEST Sympathy,
Dawn
Mary Trotta
October 13, 2015
Our hearts are heavy. Mrs. Ferry touched so many lives and made a difference in ours. She will be missed. May God give you strength through this difficult time. Hugs and prayers, The Trotta Family~
Siobhan Romero
October 12, 2015
I am saddened by this passing. Mrs Ferry was one of my greatest role models. I'll never forget and cherish the memories I have when remembering my middle school career at St. Gregory's. Her passion for science lead me to find my own passions within the same field and I will be eternally grateful. She was an amazing teacher and friend. Rest well, I will miss you greatly.
Katherin Sniffin
October 12, 2015
Jo was a giving and forgiving friend, teacher colleague and she will be greatly missed. I am a better person because she was my friend.
Joseph Lener
October 12, 2015
She was such an inspiration to me and I'm sure to others she taught. She was my principal at St Peters for all 9 years I attended and she was like family to me. She cared about everyone who came to that school, and we gave it right back. God has gained an angel, and my prayers go out to the Ferry family at this time.
Laura Mezzetta
October 12, 2015
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs. Ferry. She was absolutely the best teacher I ever had. I was fortunate to have her in both 6th and & 7th grade. Some of my fondest memories from Jr High include the times I spent in her classes. Her passion to teach was matched only by her compassion for her students. I remember how excited she was to talk about her grandchildren and you could tell by her excitement how much she adored them. She was an amazing influence in my life and she was such a wonderful and caring teacher. May her family find comfort in knowing that she is home.
Elizabeth Kuzniewski
October 12, 2015
Jo was such a beautiful friend. She lit up the classroom with her enthusiasm. Every child was important to her. Her heart opened to all who entered her life. We will never meet another Jo.
Millie Davidson
October 12, 2015
Dear John and family,
Our dear Jo left us too soon. A great role model, and wonderful friend. She will be missed and I will keep and cherish of all the great memories we shared together. We are praying for you and your family in this difficult time.
October 12, 2015
Dear John and Family,
Heaven has gained an angel, but we have lost a wonderful person and friend.She touched so many lives in her time and will be terribly missed. Cherish the good memories you have and know you are not alone in your sorrow.
Love,
Brendan, Joyce, and Tara Jugler
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