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Joe Ferguson Obituary

Joe Ferguson
"Pastor Joe"
Mar 23, 1941 - Jan 22, 2018
Joe went to be with the Lord on Jan. 22, 2018, from Alzheimer's disease. He was born March 23, 1941 in Childress, TX. He leaves behind his wife, Thelma; son, Joey and wife Chantelle; daughter, Cheryl and her partner Craig; brother, Mike and wife Carol in Arkansas; as well as many relatives, friends, and his beloved church family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Lorraine Ferguson; and his brother, Charles.
He pastored Sierra Baptist Church in Oakdale for over 22 years. He attended CMBI and Talbot Seminary. He retired from the Army after 23 years.
Joe is buried at the National Cemetery in Gustine, CA. A memorial service will be held at Sierra Baptist Church, Sat. Jan. 27, at 11am
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Sierra Baptist Church.
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Published by Modesto Bee on Jan. 24, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Joe Ferguson

18 Entries

Amanda Michelle Chapin

September 17, 2021

Hey, Cheryl...I´m so sorry for posting this here but your cousin Bill has lost your number and can´t find it. Call him at his new number 501-386-0392. We love and miss you!!!! -Mandi

His daughter

January 22, 2019

Hi Dad! I want to thank you for all the signs you have given me to let me know you are here. I appreciate every single one! Especially the dreams and the DRAGONFLY! Mom and I miss you so much! I miss your laugh and your smile. I still hope to see you when I go to the church. But I know that you are always with me in spirit and that is a beautiful thing! I think of you a lot and smile knowing where you are and how amazing it must be! Give everyone hugs and kisses, animals and people. Love you always! Your daughter, Cheryl

June 22, 2018

Our Dearest Joe Ed
I am so very sorry for not having signed before this,however its been so hard to find the words I would like to say that would be most meaningful. We talk of you so often and Mike talks of the things you had done together. He has said when you were still present that he wished he could have done even half of the things in his life as you had done for the LORD. As for me I miss your smile and that little twinkle in your eye, and the little dance or soft shoe you did when you were so over-come with glee hence;the little soft shoe. I have always wished we could have spent more time together over dinner or just visiting with you and Thelma but you were always busy with the Lords business and we were so often too far away to spend more time. Joe Ed you are so very much missed. I know that the reward you earned here on this ole planet is over, but there in your heavenly home it is just beginning. I know you are so happy to be again re-united with your family that have gone on before you, but the greatest is being with Jesus and in the presence of our God. I know you talk to our FATHER directly now about your family and friends left behind, and we thank you. We will some day be there with you and look forward to rejoicing in what our LORD Jesus has done for all of us, but for now we miss you and remember. God richly Bless you Joe Ed Lovingly your Sis as you so often called me See I remembered... Thank you God for Joe Ed and his love. Carol

Thelma Ferguson

June 17, 2018

Happy Fathers Day. We raised two beautiful children. Both college graduates. Really wonderful kids. No drugs, smoking or drinking alcohol. Joey and Chantelle have been married 31 years. Cheryl is staying with me as a caregiver. She is so great. We do have our grand dogs, Loki and Darcy. Cheryl cares for them really well. Just to let you know that you were a good Dad.

Thelma Ferguson

June 7, 2018

I have been trying to put a Happy Anniversay message to you since June 5 , 2018. We were married at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Riverbank,California on June 5, 1964. We were the first couple to get married in the new sanctuary. We were so happy. There was standing room only. How I miss you. I need one of your hugs. We would have been married 54 years Hope to see you soon, I'm ready. Love, Thelma

Thelma Ferguson

March 25, 2018

Happy Birthday Joe. You would have been 77 today. We would have gone out to dinner. There would be German Chocolate cake, your favorite. We would have presents. How you liked to open up presents. I would take a cake to church Sunday night for the church family to celebrate too. I miss you so, so much. One of your hugs would be great now. Love, Thelma

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Your daughter

March 23, 2018

Happy birthday Dad! We love you and miss you! I know you are happy and healthy and enjoying your special day. Now every day is special and beautiful! I sometimes wish I were in heaven too. I would love to see you smile and hear you laugh! Please give everyone hugs and kisses for me! Please tell our animal family how much I love and miss them. Some day, we will all be together!

Mike Ferguson

March 9, 2018

Joe,
I truly know how tired you were getting. We talked many times in your study at the church. I started missing you before you left I'll see you in my dreams

Paul Witt

January 31, 2018

My sympathy to your family. I worked with Joe at the Post- office we both enjoyed Southern Gospel music. Joe will be missed by family and friends but what a joy to know he is with his Lord.

Gary Buchanan

January 26, 2018

Pastor Joe will be missed in Stanislavsky county I know. After talking with Thelma today I know that he would not have been happy living like this and we can all rejoice and be assured that the moment he closed his eyes over here he awoke in the presence of Almighty God . Loved he and Thelma and the entire church family and will be praying for y'all in the coming time of sorrow.

John and Teresa Brock

January 24, 2018

Uncle Joe, you are in a very special place. We will miss you. Your dancing, your laugh and your dedication to the lord will always be remembered in my heart. Aunt Thelma, Cheryl , Joey and chantel, I
am so sorry for your loss. You have wonderful memories and a lot of love. Love you, John and Teresa brock.❤

Sharon Poust

January 23, 2018

I will miss you Pastor Joe, you were a legend. Don't I will keep Miss Thelma and Cheryl in line. LOL. Keep on dancing, until we meet again. RIP I love you.
Stinker

Sharon AKA Stinker Poust

January 23, 2018

I will miss you Pastor Joe! You were a legend! Don't worry I will keep Ms Thelma and Ms Cheryl in line lol! Keep on dancing! Until we meet again! RIP! I love you!!

SHAWNDA ELLIS

January 23, 2018

Uncle Joe, you have always been one of my favorite Uncle's. And I will never forget my wedding day, because you made it so special by marrying my husband and I :). Have fun with our loved ones who have gone before you. Tap dance all over those streets of gold. I love you and you will be forever missed.
To my Aunt Thelma and Cousins Cheryl and Joey. I love you all and may you find comfort and joy in God, through this time.

Lucette Hartsell

January 23, 2018

My condolences to you all. I meet him once and found Pastor Joe to be kind and caring. My God bless you and your family today and always. Again I'm truly sorry for your loss.

Deanna Reynolds

January 23, 2018

Uncle joe will always have a special place in my heart .Heaven gained another angel .My prayers are with you family.all my love Dee

His daughter

January 23, 2018

With much love to my father. I treasure all the memories of our family and our fur family. I hope you are running through the fields of flowers with all our cherished furry babies. Let Keesha guide you. I know you are tap dancing all over heaven.

Lola

January 22, 2018

Please accept my sincere offer of condolences. I am truly sorry for your loss. I hope your cherished memories will continue to bring you joy in the years ahead and that you keep looking to the Scriptures for comfort and strength. (1 Thessalonians 4:13, 14)

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