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Michael Ferrill Obituary

FERRILL, MICHAEL LOUIS, 51, died Thursday, March 31, 2011.

He was a truck driver for Papa John's, an Army veteran, and loved fishing, hunting, car racing and spending time with his family. Mike will always be remembered as a loving son, brother, uncle, Godfather and friend.

He was preceded in death by his father, Louis G. Ferrill; and grandparents, Wesley and Viola Ferrill and Leonard and Edna King.

He was the beloved son of Priscilla "Pat" Ferrill; and also survived by sisters, Theresa Ferrill and Mary Humston (Mark); brothers, Joe (Donna) and Gerard (Diann) Ferrill; nieces, Rachel, Amanda and Katie Ferrill; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

His funeral services were private. Embry-Bosse Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorial gifts may be made to the American Heart Association.



To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Courier-Journal on Apr. 2, 2011.

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Buddy Heggie

April 24, 2011

As kids Mike was my best friend. Together as young men we served our nation as Military Police. His passing has affected all who knew him. My old friend has gone to Heaven.

Tommy Gavin

April 5, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a classmate at Saint X. He was a good man. God bless you and your family. Tom Gavin

Steve Smith

April 3, 2011

Pat and Gerard, I am so sorry for the loss of Mike, your son and brother, My prayers go out for you and your family. Steve Smith

April 2, 2011

Pat, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers as you proceed through the grieving process at this time of Michael's death. Martha J. Raley

Jennifer Pace

April 2, 2011

Gerard, I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother....thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family....take care~

Kim and Carlos Glass

April 2, 2011

May this candle burn in your loving memory Mike because you were always so kind and friendly. You will be remembered and missed.

April 2, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything you need. We are always here and just around the corner. ~ Harper, Donna, Hannah, Steven, Lauren and Megan.

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