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James T. Ferris
1946 - 2026
FUNERAL HOME
UPCOMING SERVICE
Visitation
Feb. 16, 2026
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Colonial Forastiere Funeral & Cremation
James Ferris Obituary
1946 - 2026
Feeding Hills
James T. Ferris,79, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 9, 2026. He was a son of the late Clarence and Edna (Pearson) Ferris. Jim was a lifelong Agawam resident and proudly served in the US Navy. Jim worked as a sales representative for Sweetlife Foods and later as a Buyer of Geissler's Supermarkets. He married his wife Cynthia (Bouley) Ferris in August 1968 and together raised their 3 daughters. He enjoyed playing golf, his yellow corvette, Sail boating, and spending summers at the Cape.
He is survived by his beloved wife Cindy (Bouley) Ferris of Feeding Hills, Kimberly Conway and her husband "Jacko" of Agawam, Alicia Dupre of Agawam, Jessica MacWilliams and her husband Daniel of CT, his 8 adored grandchildren Jacob, Jordyn, Joshua, and Jack Conway, Sherydan and Reese MacWilliams, Hayden and Chatham Dupre, his brother Daniel Ferris and his wife Ann of New York, a nephew and several nieces.
Family and friends are invited to gather for visiting hours Monday February 16, 2026 from 4PM-7PM at the Colonial Forastiere Funeral and Cremation, 985 Main Street, Agawam. Burial will be held Tuesday, February 17, 2026 beginning at Colonial Forastiere 9AM, followed by military honors 10AM at the MA Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Agawam, MA. Memorial contributions in Jims's name may be made to Tunnels to Towers foundation/ Stephen Siller 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306 or the Wounded Warrier Project PO BOX 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516. For more details and to share condolences please visit www.forastiere.com.
Memorial Events
for James Ferris
Feb
16
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Colonial Forastiere Funeral & Cremation
985 Main Street, Agawam, MA 01001
Feb
17
Service
9:00 a.m.
Colonial Forastiere Funeral & Cremation
985 Main Street, Agawam, MA 01001
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Ray Pappaceno
Yesterday
I am so very sorry to hear about Jim. I've known him from Agawam High "65". I knew both of you from Sweet Life. God bless him and you and family in this sad time. He was a very nice guy who knew me as "pap" and was very friendly with a warm greeting every time we saw each other.
Chuck and Bonnie Assad
Yesterday
Cindy and family, we´re so sorry to hear of Jim´s passing. The neighborhood won´t be the same without Jim with his scooter and dog! Prayers being sent!
Joe Conte
Yesterday
Cindy and family
Our sincere condolences for your loss.
Joe & Bernadette Conte
Tom and Janis Phaneuf
Yesterday
Cindy we are shocked and saddened to hear of Jimmy´s passing. Years have passed since our high school years but old acquaintances are never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Dick and Sue
Yesterday
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss. God bless.
The Greens, Dick and Sue
DONALD MICHAUD
Yesterday
We are so sad and sorry to lose such a good friend and happy person. Jim made everybody he touched smile with joy when he was present. He was always up for good clean competitive fun. I remember a gold tournament we were playing in. I was in the tee box, just about to start may backswing and I hear Jim holler 'FOUR". I hit the deck trying to porrect myself from being hit with a stray golf ball. I turned to see Jim standing above me pointing up to the sky as a flight of local ducks passed overhead. There are many such stories in our memories. Rest in peace Jim and thanks for the many happy memories.
Lonny and Pam Sleeper
Yesterday
Cindy and family,
We will miss Jim very much. We so enjoyed walking over for a visit with him and you whenever we came home for a visit. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers and sending you a hug Cindy.
Carol and Art Geltz
Yesterday
How many people can say they had the best of times at work and then became good friends out of work. Jim and Cindy were the best.
Jim Payne
Yesterday
Jim was one of the most upbeat and friendliest guys l knew. He was always smiling and enjoyed life. He will be missed.
Faith Simmons
Yesterday
Cindy and Jessica - remembering the wonderful times we shared with you, Jim and your family at Becket and special holidays. Sending caring thoughts and prayers always for those kind memories. With love and sympathy. Faith
Peg and David Wenzel
Yesterday
Kim and family... i was very sad to hear of the loss of your father and grandfather. Never had the privilege to meet him, but through Facebook i saw a amazing man with a family that loved and adored him. May your memories give you some solace. Keeping you in our thoughts snd prayrts
Armand Normandin
Yesterday
Jim You will be sadly missed How I enjoyed driving our Yellow Corvetts together. Rest In Peace My Friend
Alan Gauger
Yesterday
Sorry to hear about Jim. We met him years ago through Jim Root. Went on many bike trips with him and shared a lot of good times which I'm sure he shared with his family and friends. He was a great guy and I am glad I met him and considered him a good friend.
He will surely be missed. God bless.
Diane Guillemette
Yesterday
Jessica and family so sorry for your loss. He remains in your hearts.
Henry Drewnowski
Yesterday
Good Friend, Our thoughts & prayers.
Hank & Sandy Drewnowski. The Villages, FLA
Jim & Phylliss Larsen
February 11, 2026
Jimmm buddy of 61 years. First person I met in Massachusetts and Navy
James Root
February 11, 2026
I first met Jim at Giessler´s and our friendship grew from there with our mutual love of riding our Harley Davidson motor cycles! Many , many trips all over the East coast starting the first week of June in lake George NY to the fall runs! Many laughs and so many good memories! My heart breaks for you Cindy & your family!
David Bleam
February 11, 2026
I met Jim in the Navy in 1965 and stayed friends ever since. He lived in Massachusetts and I lived in Pennsylvania. We got together whenever we could either in the Poconos or in Cape Cod. Loved spending time with his family, laughing about things we did in previous years. Like putting a pizza in the oven in the box.. Couldn't let those guys do anything without supervision. Almost lost my truck in the Cape. We sure had lots of things to talk about when we talked. I will miss our conversations. Just a great guy and will miss him..
Kareen & David Bleam
February 11, 2026
Jim was a great Navy Buddy since 1965. Loved getting together with his family . We live in Pennsylvania and he lived in Massachusetts but got together whenever we could. Jim was Jimmmm and I was Babbo in the Navy along with another Jim. You could always find us together. He will always be with me. I will miss talking to him!!
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