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David Ferrell Obituary

WILLIAMSBURG - David Michael Ferrell, 50, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away on May 8, 2013. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Born on June 30, 1962 in Roanoke, VA David grew up in Hampton, VA, where he graduated from Kecoughtan High School in 1982. After High School David attended Tidewater Community College in Chesapeake, VA where he received his certification in Class A NTH Truck Driving. David worked for 29 years as a Hazmat Truck Driver. He leaves to cherish his memories one son, Mark Dale Ferrell of Roan Mountain, TN; parents, James D Ferrell (Carol) of Hampton, VA and Sandra W. Ferrell of Williamsburg, VA; one sister, Lisa Graham (Mike) of West Point, VA; one brother, Gregory Ferrell (Laura)of New Kent, VA; nieces and nephews, Heather Renea Graham (Jeremy), Travis Gregory Graham, Benjamin Zachary Ferrell, Chase Hunter Ferrell, Jenna Lynn Ferrell; a great niece, Lydia Elaine Work; two step brothers, David and Michael Bromley; as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins. A memorial service will be held at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S. Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA at 6:00 pm, on Monday, May 13, 2013. The family will be greeting friends and relatives after the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to The Arc Greater Williamsburg www.thearcgw.org

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Published by Daily Press on May 12, 2013.

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Caleb Gillie

May 16, 2013

I can't believe you died

Regis Britton

May 16, 2013

I can still see David and Lisa out in he garage playing when they were young because it was too hot to play outside. I am so sorry to read of his passing, he was such a sweet little boy when I knew him.He is with God now and will always be missed even though I have not seen him for so many years

Pam O'Brien

May 13, 2013

We are thinking of you all at this sad time. We have fond memories of David as a baby, as a child hanging out with us growing up on the farm, and as Cousin David playing with our children. We will miss him with you.
Love, Pam & Dave

The Soule' Family

May 13, 2013

May God wrap His loving arms around you and bring you comfort. We are grieving with you. Lovingly, Jack, Jack, Paul, Dee, Susan and Jay

Beth Harris (Fetters)

May 13, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Heather Graham

May 12, 2013

I will miss you and love you every single day for the rest of my life. Lydia will always be reminded of you and how much you loved us. I couldn't be happier to have you as the guardian angel watching over us. Until we meet again.

Your Loving Niece,
Heather

Mark Jackowski

May 12, 2013

Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Much love,
The Jackowski's

May 12, 2013

Jim, I was very sorry to read of your son's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janet Edmondson
Poquoson, VA

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