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Peterson Chapel – BuffaloDavid Ferch Obituary
David Arthur Ferch, age 88, of Loretto passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids.
He was born on January 9, 1938 the son of Arthur and Gladys (Gifford) Ferch.
David was a longtime supervisor at MTC.
He enjoyed his Model-T antique car. David was a past president of Minnesota Region AACA and a past president of The St. Paul Chapter of MAFCA.
He formerly sang in an Appollo male chorus.
Survived by his loving wife: Sharon J. Ferch; children: Debbie (Brian) Freed, Cheryl (Peter) Solt, Toni Ferch and special friend John Seekamp and Peter Ferch; two grandchildren: April Solt and Dwayne Solt.
Preceded in death by his parents and by a sister Marlys Menefee.
Funeral service 11:00 A.M. Saturday, March 21 th Riverwood Covenant Church, 7189 69 th Avenue N., Rockford, MN. Visitation one hour prior to services AT THE CHURCH.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
21
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Riverwood Covenant Church
7189 69 th Avenue N., Rockford, MN
Send FlowersMar
21
Services provided by
Peterson Chapel – Buffalo