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2019
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William Ferrell Obituary
October 6, 1937 ~ July 5, 2019
Apex
William Allen Ferrell went to with be his Lord and Savior on July 5, 2019. He was preceded in death by is his loving wife of 57 years, Doris Prince Ferrell. He was a native of Wake County born on October 6, 1937 to John Clyde and Netta Sears Ferrell. He loved singing gospel music, and was in a quartet with Doris, who played the piano. He was a devoted member of Green Level Baptist Church, and sang in the church choir. He also served as a Deacon, Trustee, and on the Building & Grounds Committee. William worked on the family farm growing up, then started his professional career with McNeall Roberts, Lovett Electric, and retired from Longmeadow Farms Dairy, later known as Flav-o-rich. During his years in retirement he loved to cut grass, work in the garden, and cut and split wood.
He is survived by one daughter and three sons, Sara Stanley (Chris) of Hendersonville NC, Phillip Ferrell (Frances S.), John Ferrell (Candice E.) both of Apex, and William Ferrell (Amy G.) of Holly Springs. Four grandchildren, Sergeant Todd Ferrell USMC (Joanna H.) of Fall Brooke CA, Katie Brewer (Isaac) of Greensboro, Nolan Ferrell, Spencer Ferrell, and two great grandchildren, Blake and Kennedy Ferrell.
William loved his family, and he will be truly missed. We love you and when you see Doris give her a big hug and kiss for us.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 9, 2019 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm at Green Level Baptist Church. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Green Level Baptist Church with the Rev. David Baker officiating. Burial will follow at Green Level Baptist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Green Level Baptist Church Building Fund, 8509 Green Level Baptist Church, Cary, NC 27519.
The family would like to express their deep appreciation to the staff at SECU Jim & Betsy Bryan Hospice Home for the care for their Dad.
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Gerald Atkins, Sr.
July 10, 2019
Reminding you warmly how much others care and would like to bring comfort somehow. And hoping you feel that God's presence is with you, supporting and helping you now. With Deepest Sympathy.
July 7, 2019
We are thinking of you Sara during this difficult time. We love you and will keep your family in our prayers. Kevin and Debbie
Peggy Denton
July 7, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family. I am glad I got to meet Mr. William and Mrs. Doris several times over the years. I always felt welcome around them and loved. I am sorry for the family's loss of brother, father, grandfather, great grandfather. But I am happy for Mr. William, because his faith has become sight and he is surely reunited with his beloved Doris in the beauties of Heaven. The family will remain in my thoughts and prayers in the days and months to come. Peggy Denton, sister of Joyce Young Ferrell
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Linda Young
July 7, 2019
You have my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Missy Carey
July 7, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with my cousins and their families as they mourn the loss of Uncle William.
May the care and love of those around you bring you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
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