Raymond Lewis Ferguson

Raymond Lewis Ferguson obituary

Raymond Lewis Ferguson

Raymond Ferguson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Omps Funeral Home and Cremation Center - Amherst Chapel on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Raymond Lewis Ferguson, 92 of Winchester, VA, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Blue Ridge Hospice Inpatient Care Center.

Raymond was born in 1933 in Williamson, WV, the son of the late General Abner Ferguson and Annie Gertrude Ferguson. He was a high school graduate and attended Marshall University. Raymond served our country in the United States Air Force as an Airman 1st Class from 1953 to 1957 during the Korean War. During his time in the Air Force, Raymond received National Defense Service and Good Conduct Medals of Honor. He retired as a Telecommunications Shift Supervisor for the Department of the Army. After retiring, Raymond enjoyed serving his community by delivering Meals on Wheels to underprivileged seniors.

Raymond married his high school sweetheart, Patricia Anne Brown, on November 6, 1953. She preceded him in death on March 31, 2025.

Raymond enjoyed fishing, coin collecting, watching old movies, and spending time with his family.

Everyone that knew Raymond could see that he was a selfless, hard-working, honest, and a devoted family man. Raymond was a member of Opequon Presbyterian Church and had a strong faith in God. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Raymond is survived by his daughters, Laura J. Keister (Michael), Carol Anne Ferguson, and his granddaughter, Alyssa J. Keister.

A funeral service will be held for Raymond on Monday, September 29, 2025, at 11am at Opequon Presbyterian Church. Interment will be private. Officiating will be Pastor David Witt.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Raymond to your local Meals on Wheels.

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September 26, 2025

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September 26, 2025

Heather Warr posted to the memorial.

October 1, 2025

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Julie Spence

September 26, 2025

I had the pleasure of caring for Raymond and his Wife! From the first moment I met this sweet man he was nothing but sweet. I was blessed to have known him and he will truly truly be missed!!!

Heather Warr

September 26, 2025

I will truly miss this man. From day one I met him he was so kind and caring. Always thanking us, telling us "you all are my sweethearts". It was my pleasure knowing him.

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