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for Adonica Ferguson
November 5, 2009
I met Donna just out shopping one day.
We kept bumping into each other in different stores and we decided to exchange numbers to advise each other of the sales. We promised to have lunch, but that didn't happen. I could just tell in her spirit that she was such a wonderful person. I will truly miss her. Please be assured that nothing is wrong in God's plan even when we don't understand it. Just thank God that you were blessed to know one of his beautiful creatures. Donna was his gift to you.
Love Janice
Jacqueline Williams
October 27, 2009
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Deese and Ferguson family during this difficult time. My prayers are with you. Jacqueline Williams (Pitts)
HHS 82
Joyce Dent-Fitzpatyrick
October 21, 2009
The Deese and Ferguson Families. You all are in our thoughts and prayrs. Donna was a pleasant and extraordinary person. She was very strong in what she beleived in concerning life.
J.Dent-Fitzpatrick
Reggie Hunter
October 16, 2009
Ferg, Chandler & Spencer,
We all miss Donna,but as the days move forward,you will see the never-ending legacy of love that Donna brought to not only the kids in Smiths Station, but to everyone she met. Donna truly is the angel that touched us all. We are all much better people for having been blessed by her class, grace, and mercy.
Doris Heard-Davis
October 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Debbie & B.J. Allen
October 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cathy Thornton
October 15, 2009
Ferg, Spencer and Chandler
We are sorry for your loss and may God be with you in the days ahead. I know that days ahead will be hard but reflected upon the precious memories you shared with Donna.
The Thornton Family
Stephanie Morgan
October 13, 2009
Mrs.Ferguson it was great having u be apart of who i am today.You believe when no one else did. RIP
angela morgan
October 13, 2009
i never had the pleasure of meeting you but i have heard nothing but wonderful things, may your spirit and soul rest in heavenly peace
sharon miles
October 13, 2009
MRS.FERGUSON IT WAS VERY PLEASENT TO HAVE KNOWN A GREAT LADY WHO TOUCH MY HEART OVER THE SUMMER 2009 WITH THE COMMUNTY TRACK CLUB,SHE WAS A GREAT PERSON AND COACH.WE WILL TRULY MISS YOU
Sharon Miles&Christian Swinton
sharon miles
October 13, 2009
MRS.FERGUSON IT WAS VERY PLEASENT TO HAVE KNOWN A GREAT LADY WHO TOUCH MY HEART OVER THE SUMMER 2009 WITH THE COMMUNTY TRACK CLUB,SHE WAS A GREAT PERSON AND COACH.WE WILL TRULY MISS YOU
Sharon Miles&Christian Swinton
sharon miles
October 13, 2009
MRS.FERGUSON IT WAS VERY PLEASENT TO HAVE KNOWN A GREAT LADY WHO TOUCH MY HEART OVER THE SUMMER 2009 WITH THE COMMUNTY TRACK CLUB,SHE WAS A GREAT PERSON AND COACH.WE WILL TRULY MISS YOU
Linda Jones & Family
October 13, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
For the wonderful person she was, who touched so many lives, her memories will live on, she will be greatly missed
Mark Alexander
October 13, 2009
To: The Ferguson Family
From :Mark Alexander and Family
Spencer,James and Chandler:
I am truly sorry for your loss.I know this is very, very difficult but with the strength she fought you are now empowered.We have lost a valued confident ,a model of class , grace and a great ,dynamic example of what a lady should be.I am truly , truly sorry.I will miss her dearly.I and my family send our condolences.
Anything that you may think I can do, please do not hesitate to call.
Arthur Mack
October 13, 2009
I was shocked to hear of Donna's death. As a longtime freelance sportwriter covering track and field throughout the state, I came to know her very well. She always had a smile and a hug for me, and she had such a radiant smile. Donna always had a positive attitude, and it reflected on her athletes. Right now, my heart is heavy, and high school track and field will never be the same without her.
Bonita Lee
October 13, 2009
"The memory of you brings beauty to my days."
My immediate memory of Adonica is her walking down the halls of the dorm at ASU equipped with a generous smile and dressed for track practice. The world is a better place because of her presence on earth.
Dawn Guess
October 13, 2009
Coach Ferguson
It was a pleasure to have you in the lives of my girls Talkea(Kea) and Talijah(Lee-Lee). I want to Thank You very much for your words of encouragement,("Let's Go") the structured work-outs and pointers you gave them during their training. You will be greatly missed, but always instrumental in the goals they set for themselves. May God continue to be a fence around your family.
Zandra Holloway
October 13, 2009
I personally did not know Mrs. Ferguson, but I will say that I thank God for her and her support to my father. She was a very valuable asset to Central High School's summer Track Club. God bless you in your loss and my prayers are with you and your family at this time.
J'Destinee Lowman
October 13, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Mrs. Ferguson was a wonderful person and will truly be missed.
Phyllis Peters
October 13, 2009
May God continue to keep you and bless your family during this time of sorrow. Adonica was truly a beautiful person inside and out. We will greatly miss her.
Phyllis Peters And the counselors of Opelika High School
Danita Bright
October 13, 2009
To the family, I would like to send all my prayers and extend my loving arms to secure you all. Donna was truly a "LAMB" in every since according to Webster. She was a wonderful person and will greatly be missed by all those that knew her.
Frank, Myongyo, Brian and Joseph Lazzara
October 13, 2009
Ferg, Spencer and Chandler, we all sare so saddened and heartbroken that the rock of your lives had to leave us. Our family met Donna over eleven years ago in Smiths and she accepted us and took each one of us into your home as though we were her blood kin. She has instilled in every single person who knew her the love and equality we all seek and strive to reach in our lives. My wife and I were always treated with the upmost respect and love by her, James and the boys and often took care of the boys as though they were her own. She approached every person that way. The world has suffered a tremendous loss with her leaving us, and while I apologize for not being able to be there, know that our family's heart and wishes for condolences are with you today and every day. We all loved Donna and are here if you need us. God blessed us with her being part of our lives, so now each of us should try to take that little part of Donna and impart it on other.
Bonita Johnson
October 13, 2009
May God be with the Ferguson family during this time of sorrow. Mrs. Ferguson served as a mentor to many students at Smiths Station High School. Her loving smile and calm spirit will never be forgotten.
October 13, 2009
Adonica was such a loving and caring person. She helped my daughter get her life on track when she worked at Rader Institute. I will always be thankful for her and grateful to her for this. My daughter was blessed to have her in her life.
Carola Hart, Phenix City, AL.
Auburn High School Cross Country and Track Boosters
October 13, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. Coach Ferguson was a class act. She will be greatly missed by all.
DERIKA THOMAS
October 13, 2009
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for the Ferguson and Deese family, my heart truly goes out to the family.
Joni Ashcraft
October 13, 2009
Adonica played a huge role in saving my life when she worked at the Rader Institute in Phenix City in1994. She taught me how to live with being consumed with exercise. She loved me in spite of myself! I owe my life to her. I am blessed to always have her memory in my heart.
Kelley Vaughn-French
October 13, 2009
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Sherrie Perry
October 13, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Nakisha Thomas
October 12, 2009
Mrs. Ferguson was a wonderful, loving woman. She always saw the potential in students when they didn't see it themselves. She gave me guidance towards my college career and ALOT of scholarship papers lol. At the time, I thought, "Man, its just more things for me to do," but she was just telling me and many others "DON'T GIVE UP". My deepest sympathy to the family. -The Thomas Family (Smiths, AL)
Quaneshia Williams
October 12, 2009
Mrs. Ferguson was more than just a counselor and a coach to me; she was someone that encouraged me to do the unthinkable. All of her words of inspiration have allowed me to grow much more in life and I will truly miss her beautiful smile and all her kind words of encouragement. May God continue to bless the entire Ferguson family and friends.
~~~Rest in Peace Mrs. Ferguson~~~
October 12, 2009
May god bless the Ferguson family . Donna you will be miss by everyone that knew you. Coach Crump and Family Montgomery Al.
Centhia /Tommy Moffett
October 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Keep looking up and He shall supply your every need.
Judith, Mikey, Matt, Marcus
October 12, 2009
It doesn't seem like it was over 19 years ago when I met Adonica at the Rader Institute, she was a counselor and I was the weekend nurse. When we met again several years later at SSHS it was like we had been around each forever. She was the same smiling caring, loving Adonica that she was when trying to keep the pt's on track at the Rader Institute, but this time it was trying to keep the future young men and women focused and guiding them to career choices at SSHS. Words cannot express the sadness I felt when I heard of her illness and shortly thereafter of her death. Your family has been so loving, so giving and charitable to me and my boys and words cannot begin to express the sadness we feel in our hearts for James and the boys. Things will never be the same again without her, sitting next to her at Chandler's sporting events cheering him on or her telling me jokingly "track" is the way to go, your boys need to run track, or revealing to me how proud she is of Spencer and his track accomplishments but most of all her love for "Ferg" as she loving called her dear husband.Just as you all have been there for us we are here for you.
With sympathy and love,
October 12, 2009
to the Ferguson family..... our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to u at this time. coach Ferguson was a wonderful women. she was funny and she helped a lot of people. she had a heart a big one. she loved her friends and family. my heart goes out to her children im so sorry. my heart goes out to her mother, father, and husband........ god bless you at this time and im am praying for you everyday........
Tennisha Canada and Steven Ingram (Smiths Station, Alabama)
October 12, 2009
To the Ferguson family..... our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to u at this time. Coach Ferguson was a wonderful women. She was funny and she helped a lot of people. She had a heart a big one. She loved her friends and family. my heart goes out to her children im so sorry. My heart goes out to her mother, father, and husband........ God bless you at this time and im am praying for you everyday........
Tennisha Canada and Steven Ingram (Smiths Station, Alabama)
Kizzy Giles
October 12, 2009
God Bless all of you! She was a beautiful, sweet and kind woman!
The Jacksons
October 12, 2009
God bless the family. Mrs. Ferguson you will always be in our hearts. The Jacksons Tony, Veronica, Victoria and Katie
Angie Walker
October 12, 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Ferguson when my daughter Selima ran track. She brought out the best in the girls. She shall be missed. Just a blessing to SSHS and the Track program. You are Selima's mentor, your legacy shall continue through all the lives you touched. My family and I send our condolences and prayers to the family. Michael, Angielena, Lance and Selima.
Quanda Stringer
October 12, 2009
My deepest sympathies to you in your time of sorrow. May your faith in God give you strength through this time. Donna was a wonderful woman and I know she now a wonderful Angel. God bless you.
October 12, 2009
Ferg,
My heart and can not express how hurt and sympathetic I am about the loss of a class mate, a dear friend, and sister in Christ. This place; earth, is not our home, but only a resting place before reaching heaven! Donna has only done what the rest of us must eventually do, cross over to the next dimension. However, I'm so glad that she's free to no longer suffer from this illness. Ferg, no doubt about it, she will be missed, but her spirit will forever remain in our hearts. In honor of her love for pink, she will forever be "Miss Pretty in Pink" to me.
Ferg, we are here for you, when you need that shoulder to cry on, prayer, or just a good laugh. Just know that we have your back no matter what, so all my love to you and your entire family!
Judy Lewis Pennyman (Class of 81 forever)
Anita D. Jones ("Nita Jones")
October 12, 2009
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I will continue to pray that you will find strength and comfort to help you through your time of grief.
Kristi Wimberly
October 12, 2009
I would like to send my condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Ferguson. She was a gentle soul and I enjoyed talking to her when I was a student at SSHS. My prayers are with the ones that mourn her loss. She will be missed.
WALTER & JAMIE GREGORY
October 12, 2009
TO FERG AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. LEAN ON THE LORD AND HE WILL BE YOUR ROCK.
Ernest Nance
October 12, 2009
My condolences to the entire family. My prayers are with you and the children.
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10
The Nance Family
Phyllis Dent
October 12, 2009
God needed a beautiful flower; he picked Donna. Know that she is at peace and that she is now an angel that will continue to watch over her family .
Kimberly Gamble Washington and Christopher Fears
October 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Keith, Joanne, and Timothy English
October 12, 2009
Our family was blessed to have shared many special memories with Donna, Ferg, and the boys. For those times we are forever grateful. You will always be in our hearts. Keeping you in our prayers.
Deborah Butler
October 12, 2009
I met Mrs. Ferguson while my daughter Jolisa Evans was on the Hoover High School track team and Mrs Ferguson took Jolisa under her wings as one of her on. Thank you Mrs. Ferguson for encouraging Jolisa and being there for her. We will miss you. Mr. Ferguson and children May God continue to give you all strength.
The Mercer Family
October 12, 2009
Family our prayers are with you now and the days, months and years to come. Keep the faith and always trust in Him.
October 12, 2009
Her beautiful smile and calm nature will be missed by all who knew her. Now she is with her Heavenly Father and smiling down upon us. Sincere condolences to her family.
Debbie Cambron, SSHS, Smiths, Alabama
Shelly Ard
October 12, 2009
To Mr. Ferg, Spence, Chandler. I hope you feel all of the prayers and love as you go through these difficult times. We all loved her and she will always hold a special place in our hearts. Love, Shelly, Dave, Jasmine, Hope, Konrad, Molly, Brigid, and Katie-Clare Ard
October 12, 2009
I met Adonica almost 19 years ago when she was a counselor at The Rader Institute. She was hard on me but she taught me the most during my stay there and I still carry those lessons with me today. She quickly became one of my favorite counselors there! I have stayed in touch with Adonica through the years and I know that she is someone that I will never forget. My life is better for having met her and words cannot express the sadness that I feel at this moment. I will cherish the memories that I have of Adonica...one of the kindest people that I know. And that does not do her justice. To her family: I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that you may find comfort during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Laurie King Heim (Raeford, NC)
Johnny, Veronica, Jeremy, and Jessica Freeman
October 12, 2009
You touched everyone you encountered and made them feel like family. You were a mom to our kids. You were a sister to Veronica and I. It still does not seem real that we will never see your smile or feel your spirit. You will NEVER be forgotten. We will do as you would ask if you were with us. Take care of my babies both and home and at school. We love you now and always.
Angel Turner The Turner Family
October 12, 2009
Cousin Donna,
I'm going to miss you so much! Be calm in mind and spirit. Know that Spencer and Chandler are well taken care of. Cousin Ferg, you are loved so much. Donna is safe with Grandma Gene and Grandpa Jottie. We are all here for you and will continue to be here for you.
Scott, Tammy & JJ Keith
October 12, 2009
Words are not enough to express our sorrow for you or to thank Adonica for all that she has added to our lives. Our thoughts are with you. Contact us if you need any thing.
Anje & Kay
October 12, 2009
You have etched a solid memory in our hearts. We will never forget you or all you have done for us.
Anita Johnson
October 12, 2009
To my family, I write these words with great sadness because another loved one has left us behind. I must also say that there are many good things I can say about Donna, but one thing that truly stands out and that’s her caring attitude. I want to say thank you for opening your heart to so many students and giving them the guidance they needed to become productive adults in this cruel world. Thank you for giving them the hope and encouragement they needed to want to do better, to want to excel and be something in life. I thank you for pushing them to be the best they can be and letting them know they have what it take to make it in this world. I personally thank you for helping OUR little cousins to take that step from high school to college. We are all put here to do a job and to fulfill that it to the best of our abilities. Donna, YOU KNEW your job and you did it well. You touched lives through you caring heart. Your students loved you and your family will see how much you are loved by there presence. Now the rest of us have to discover our job and start working to be the best at what we do. We all need to learn by example and you were a great example.
Anita Renee’ Harley Johnson
Cathy Hammock
October 12, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Loretta Holland
October 12, 2009
Somewhere a journey begins at the end of the worldly existence we know, somewhere a path stretches over the stars, and rivers of memories flow, somewhere a silence is heard far away and the brightness of day fills the night, where the trails of life are resolved into peace when a soul finds it's way to the light. She has only gone to a better place to the one who knows us the best he took her now, so that she will have peace and eternal rest. We may think her stay was short and there just wasn't enought time but only god knows the Hills and Mountains that he wanted her to climb, so celebrate this life she lived and keep her memories strong, may it comfort you to know that your love one is now at peace. You and your family are in my prayers daily in my heart hourly in my thoughts always. Wishing this family peace and understanding in this time. My Condolences to the family....
shelia Anderson-Hooks
October 12, 2009
Mr. Ferg, Spencer, Chandler I will always appreciate Mrs Ferguson. She loved and helped my girls, they too loved her. We all loved her and will miss her dearly. Remember those wonderful times you shared with your wife and mother. love you
Cynthia Jordan
October 12, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sandra & Dennareo Gilmore
October 12, 2009
Words can not express how you're feeling right now, but we will understand it by and by. My thoughts and prayer are with you at this time.
Kenneth Mullinax
October 12, 2009
On behalf of Alabama State University, I wish to offer Donna's family and friends our sincere sympathy and heartfelt wishes of comfort at this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Kenneth Gordon Mullinax Jr.
Director, Public Information
Alabama State University
Anthony and Taiwana Cook
October 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 12, 2009
I met Adonica before she joined the school system and I will always remember her as a caring, happy person. She helped my daughter, Hannah, transition into SSHS her freshman year and made what could have been a truly scary experience a great one. I will never forget her gorgeous smile and wonderful demeanor. She was a very special person and my prayers will continue to be with her family in this time of loss. I will miss her. (Teri Williams)
Ra Bryant
October 12, 2009
I can cry as I've done the past 6 days because you're gone, or I can smile because you lived. It's not easy to believe that you're gone, but it would be ever so hard to forget that you were here. You were a mother, a sister, a counselor, a friend...now you're my angel and you're gone on to be with the Lord. I miss you and I love you, and I'll always cherish our memories. God bless your husband, your sons, and all of your other family. May you rest in peace! Donna, I love you!
Lawanda Wimberly & Family
October 12, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.May God bless and keep you.
Marilyn Clemmons
October 12, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Zanquetta Smith
October 12, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
vanessa smith
October 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Daniel J. Hill
October 12, 2009
Daniel J. Hill Sr and family-We'll all miss you and we'll always love you.
Dr. K.T. Henry II
October 12, 2009
My condolences to the family. May God bless you!
James/Susie Lewis
October 12, 2009
As long-term friends of the family we are so saddened by the loss of Donna. God bless Ferg and the boys and we hope they find joy in the time they had with this lovely lady and peace and comfort from our very loving and gracious Heavenly Father.
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