Charles Daniel Ferris

Brought about a renaissance at the FCC, and via Lukasik, enabled WiFi to enter the marketplace.

My condolences Caroline. Wishing you comfort and strength during this time of loss and change. Sounds like your dad had a great life. I´m sure his memory will be a blessing. Hugs

My deepest condolences to the Ferris family.

I met Charles Ferris through his daughter, Sabrina, in the 90s when I had the opportunity to spend several weekends at the Ferris family house in Mt Vernon, VA and later to his apartment in Chevy Chase, MD. Thanks to Sabrina´s recollection of his life accomplishment, I became more aware of the significance of his contribution to, among others, the civil right movement in the 60s, the deregulation of telecommunication and the birth of cable TV in the 80s and so much more. I was (and I am still to this day) in awe knowing he was appointed to work for President Jimmy Carter's administration, who I consider one of the best US President to this day! Although, what I knew most about Charles Ferris came from his daughter Sabrina, the little time I spend with him corroborated what I had heard: he projected a wisdom from a career which had influenced American life that few have the privilege to experience. I feel blessed to have met him and to have shared few moments of his life with him and his family.
My deepest sympathy goes to his daughters Sabrina and Caroline and their mother and his ex-wife Patricia. May he rest in peace among the stars

Charlie epitomized patriotic service and servant leadership. He made a lasting and positive impact on civil rights and technology policy. He mentored generously and wisely. He modeled integrity and kindness. May his memory be a blessing and may he rest in peace.

Meeting Charles was a wonderful experience. The little time I spent with him he was surrounded by love. To experience this showed me he was a man of great love. May his soul rest in perfect peace

Loving thoughts of Mr. Ferris / Charlie will forever be etched in my heart. I can recall meeting Charlie as we affectionately call him, at Wendy´s home for the first time. During my conversations with Charlie, I was so intrigued about his past work experiences, and the love for both his girls Caroline and Sabrina. Last year we shared such great moments together at dinner , on Buck Island and at Christine´s home for Charlie´s 90th birthday celebration... My fondest memories will always be, as we both are sports fanatics, Sabrina calling me over , to let me know that dad asked if I were coming over to look at the Eastern Conference Championships games, which I jumped at the opportunity .. No surprise that Charlie and I were rooting for the Boston Celtics, who eventually lost to the Miami Heat in game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals.. Shortly thereafter, Charlie was on his way back home to DC.. Amazingly , those were the last times that we spent together, watching the games.. It´s such an honor to have met you Charlie. God has called you home, because he has a better purpose for you!! I could go on and on of how Wonderful you were to all of us. Rest Easy Charlie, until we meet again.

I worked with Charlie for 10 years. He was a friend, brilliant political strategist, and an exceptional human being.

I salute you sir! I feel so honored to have briefly met and had the pleasure of spending time with Mr. Ferris, on the island of St. Croix. Such an awesome warmhearted spirit who will remain forever in memory. My thoughts and prayers to his family.

It's with a heavy heart that my son Phillip and I say goodbye to our dear friend and neighbor, Charles. We will never forget the great times we´ve had together with him in St. Croix, including all the amazing dinners we shared during the pandemic years. We will miss him greatly, but the amazing memories we´ve made will keep him in our hearts forever.

Thank you for your service to our nation. May you rest in peace.

As a Senate staffer in the late '60s and '70s, I was a beneficiary of Charlie's friendship and a witness to his impact as "the 101st Senator" on every important issues of that time.
Charlie's neighborhood values constantly guided his extraordinary public life in the national arena.
We can all be grateful for his good life and selfless service.
Thank you, Charlie. Rest in Peace.