James Robert "Fergie" Ferguson

SULLIVAN — James Robert Ferguson "Fergie," 75, of Cape Coral, Fla., passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2009, in Las Vegas. Jim was born on April 27, 1934, in Sullivan, Ind., the son of Thelma and Leland D. Ferguson. He was the youngest of three brothers. His parents and brothers preceded him in death. He graduated from Sullivan High School in 1952. On Feb. 2, 1956, he married Kristi A. Johnson, of Sullivan. (She was at his side when he passed.) Jim moved his family to Florida in 1962, and made his living as a salesman in the lumber industry until his retirement. His hobbies included playing golf, softball and watching baseball games. Jim and his wife relocated to Las Vegas last year. He will be missed greatly by his family and everyone who knew him.He is survived by his wife, Kristi; son, Bryan; three daughters, Dawn Bowman, Katrina Huffmaster and Angie Henderson; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009 at Metz Funeral Home, 1306 Lafayette St., Cape Coral, Fla. There will also be a private service for family and close friends in Terre Haute, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the national Parkinson Foundation or your local Hospice. For more information contact the Rev. Doddie Stone at (812) 242-9541.