Jerry M. Ferguson

Ferguson, Jerry M. – of Birch Run, age 81, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 12PM, Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at St. Martin Lutheran Church- 10995 Canada Rd, Birch Run. The family will receive visitors on Monday at church from 2PM until 8PM and on Tuesday from 10AM until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St.Martin Church or a charity of choice.
Jerry was born August 17, 1940, in Birch Run, Michigan, to the late Myron and Mary (Haicl) Ferguson-Morse. He graduated from Birch Run Highschool with the class of 1958. Jerry married Carol Fox on February 18, 1967, they shared 55 wonderful years together. He served in the United States Army as an E-5 from 1964-1966. Jerry was a member of Operating Engineers Local 324 for 60 years. He was a heavy equipment mechanic for Champagne and Marx Excavating for 25 years. He was a member at St. Martin Lutheran Church, Jerry would often say he was a founding father of St. Martin's. Jerry was a member of the American Legion and The Moose Lodge #2426 and #1417. He enjoyed playing card games, especially euchre, watching NASCAR, and deer hunting. Jerry loved spending time with his grandchildren and giving them rides on the gator. He enjoyed working on cars, trucks, and anything with a motor, he was one of the best mechanics around. Jerry loved spending time in his cabin up in Newberry, MI. He was always trying to stay one step ahead of his boys if he could. Jerry was always willing to give a helping hand. He was an amazing husband, dad, and grandfather who will be missed by many.
Surviving are: Wife of 55 years, Carol Ferguson; Sons: Jeff (Michelle) Ferguson, Todd Ferguson, Shane (Mariko) Ferguson and, Chad (Tanya) Ferguson; Grandchildren: Gary Taylor, Robert (Raeanna) Taylor, Joey Ferguson, Scott Ferguson, Kathleen Ferguson, Seina Ferguson, Thomas Ferguson, Riana Ferguson, Brooklyn Ferguson, and Benjamin Ferguson; Siblings: Janette (Jerry) Crispell, Rubylee (Dave) Fox, Doris (Bob) Mckee, Aggie Morse; Brother- in- laws: Thomas Fox, Bill (June) Fox; Sister- in-law: Connie (Kevin) Riedel; Several special nieces and nephews, many cousins, especially close cousin, Dan Matzke. Many loving friends. He is preceded in passing by Mother and Father-in-Law: Linda and Clark Fox, Sister-in-Law: Judy Fox. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com.
O'Guinn Family Funeral Home
Birch Run Chapel
989-624-9342