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Joseph Lesley Ferguson, 82, of Medina, died Sunday February 11, 2024 at Southwest Hospice, in Strongsville.
Joe was born April 10, 1941 in Ashland, Ohio to Lawrence Lesley and Marie Clementine Lucille {Rheyne} Ferguson.
He graduated from Ashland University. Joe served in the US Army.
He married Linda Sue Miller on October 24, 1970. She survives.
He worked for NASA in Cleveland. Joe enjoyed visiting Amish Country, sports, listening to country music and spending time with his grandchildren.
Joe will be deeply missed by his wife; daughter Amy (Tom) Gurbach of Lakewood; grandchildren William James, Luke Thomas, and Anna Marie; sister-in-law Donna Nicholes, 2 nieces, a number of cousins.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, and uncle Gene Harnist.
Roberts Funeral Home-Ashland Chapel, is assisting the family. A private family service will be held. Burial will be at Ashland County Memorial Park, where military rites will be held. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.
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