Thomas A. Ferko

Thomas A. Ferko obituary, Livonia, MI

Thomas A. Ferko

Thomas Ferko Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Neely-Turowski Funeral Home - Canton on Nov. 15, 2024.

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Thomas A. Ferko, of Canton, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 14, 2024 at the age of 84. He was born October 30, 1940 in Homestead, Pennsylvania to Andrew and Julianne (Plesniak) Ferko. Tom proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. Beloved husband of Judy for 59 wonderful years. Loving dad of Victoria (Kevin) Rennells and Susan (Wayne) Sourbeck. Proud grandfather (Pops) of Henry (fiancée Maggie Lloyd) Rennells, Dennis Rennells, Kylie Sourbeck and Lauren Sourbeck. He is also survived by his two sisters, Rosemary (William) Trappen and Felicia (John) Capan, as well as nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and nephew, Andrew Trappen. Pops loved spending time with his family and proudly attended hundreds of baseball, soccer and musical events. He was a gifted aircraft mechanic and perpetual motion enthusiast. He had a great love for his family and will be missed by all.
A funeral service will take place Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 11:00 am (visitation at 10:00 am) at St. Michael Lutheran Church of Canton, 7000 Sheldon Road, Canton, MI 48187. Interment with military honors will take place Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:30 am at Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Road, Holly, MI 48442. Memorial contributions can be made to The Parkinson's Foundation or to St. Michael Lutheran Church.

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November 20, 2024

Inge and Jay Clay posted to the memorial.

November 18, 2024

Wendy, Jodi, & Jill Plesniak' sent flowers.

November 18, 2024

Gloria and Donna Boldizar planted trees.

Inge and Jay Clay

November 20, 2024

Dear Rosemary, Felicia and families. We are sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Our good Lord called him home into his glory. Let us celebrate Tom in his new life. Our prayers are with you. May Tom rest in the peace of the ever loving Lord. Very sincerely, Inge and Jay

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Denice Ferko-Adams

November 18, 2024

We were very sad to hear the news of Tom passing. He was my dad's (John Ferko) nephew. When they crossed paths later in life, I remember how much joy my dad had in talking with Tom, as he was also very mechanical. This obituary defines a life well-lived - and married 59 years!
Our thoughts and prayers for Judy and family, and Tom's sisters, Rosemary and Felicia too. May happy memories of Tom help during this difficult time. With sympathy - Denice Ferko-Adams and Keith Adams

Kim Barker

November 18, 2024

Felicia, John, Rosemary and Bill, Prayers for you and family on the loss of your brother and brother-in-law. May you find comfort and peace in fond memories of him. Craig and Kim Barker

Felicia (Ferko) Capan

November 15, 2024

Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time. Our deepest sympathy. Capan and Walters families

Rosemary (Ferko) Trappen

November 15, 2024

Our sympathy goes out to all of those who loved my brother, Tom. Our memory of him will always be with us.
Rosemary (Ferko) and Bill Trappen

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November 20, 2024

Inge and Jay Clay posted to the memorial.

November 18, 2024

Wendy, Jodi, & Jill Plesniak' sent flowers.

November 18, 2024

Gloria and Donna Boldizar planted trees.