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Thomas Ferguson Obituary

Thomas Ferguson passed away Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010, in Fort Worth at the age of 67. Service: Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Friday, St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 1200 S. Davis, Arlington. Interment to follow in Laurel Land Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Laurel Land Funeral Home, 6000 S. R.L. Thornton Frwy., Dallas. Tom was born in Los Angeles, Calif., and moved to Texas in 1963 where he began his career in the aerospace and defense industry. He currently was the president of Rheaco Inc., a division of Control Products Corp. in Grand Prairie. His favorite hobby was playing golf with his sons, but his greatest joy in life was spending time with his many grandchildren. Survivors: His wife, Jan Ferguson; daughter, Natalie Pettigrew and husband, Sam; sons, Tom Ferguson Jr. and wife, Gray, Rick Ferguson and wife, Donna, Dan Ferguson and wife, Amanda, Dax Ferguson and wife, Brandy, and Shad Dooley; 18 grandchildren; one goddaughter; mother, Mary Gill; brother, Ron Ferguson and wife, Virginia; sister, Lisa Ferguson; brother-law, Chip Conover; two nieces; several aunts and uncles; and many cousins and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Aug. 26, 2010.

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Dannette "Danny" Heeth

August 31, 2010

I work EMS at the Air Hogs. Tom enjoyed bringing his grandchildren and always made it a point to bring them over for me to meet them. I cannot imagine what grieve your family feels. He was a wonderful person and will be missed.

Miriam Rojas

August 27, 2010

Tom, He is going to be always in ours hearts, we are going to miss him.

August 27, 2010

Dear, Family of Tom:

I wanted to let you know that you have my greatest sympathy, and my heart is truly saddened.
Tom was more than just a wonderful boss; he was always so kind and considerate to all of us at Rheaco that we always welcomed seeing him at every opportunity.
We know that his passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of all those who knew him.
Tom will always remain within our hearts. May God give you strength.

My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. –Angel Williams (Rheao) Grand Prairie, TX

Yalonda McMillan

August 27, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Tom will be missed by all of his Lockheed Friends. He was always so kind and helpful! Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Gary and Susan Bree

August 27, 2010

May the Good Lord give you the strength and guidance during this time of sorrow.
Our deepest sympathy's are with the entire family.

Donna and Mo Day

August 26, 2010

Jan and family so sorry for your loss.Our prayers are with you and the family at this difficult time.Love Mo and Donna Day

Family Neri RHEACO

August 26, 2010

Our sincere condolences for your loss of a great man, father, grandfather and friend I know God will help and aleviate your pain our sincere simpathy

Pete & Linda Phillips

August 26, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Martha Reino

August 26, 2010

Our sincere sympathy, loving thoughts &
prayers to Tom's Family.
Carmine & Martha Reino
Tom, Matt, Mary, Leigh Ann & Nancy

August 26, 2010

Jan (and all of Tommy's family)
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I pray God will help you through this difficult time.
Sally Berry

August 26, 2010

May God comfort and strengthen your hearts during this time of sorrow. My prayers are with you.

Gladys Scott
CPC

Terry & Pat Rutland

August 26, 2010

Our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Tom loved his family very much and always took pride in discussing each of them.

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