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Robert Ferron Obituary
Appleton - Robert Ferron was peacefully and comfortably called home to heaven on his 92nd birthday, February 3, 2019. Bob was born on that same day in 1927 in Appleton, son of the late William and Mary (Salmon) Ferron. On May 30, 1950, he married Marie Hein, the love of his life; she preceded him in death in 2008.
Bob and Marie raised their family in faith, and cherished and prioritized family time. During their 58 years together, their love for each other radiated to their children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and everyone that witnessed their togetherness. They enjoyed attending church together and traveling - both as a couple and with special friends, including Dick and Phyllis Edge.
Bob owned and operated Ferron's Clothing in downtown Appleton for 40 years, a business started by his parents. His contributions to community included song-leading and religious education at St. Bernard's, participation and leadership with Appleton Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Redevelopment Authority, volunteering at Bubolz Nature Preserve and Appleton Medical Center. In his later years, he relished having a role of Ambassador welcoming new residents to Ridgeview Highlands Apartments. Throughout his life, his relationship to nature was celebrated by backpacking, canoe trips, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and kayaking. He adored his special little cabin on the Oconto River in Mountain.
Bob is survived by seven loving children: Chris Ferron of Green Bay, Tom (Marcie) Ferron of Verona, Den Ferron of Kaukauna, Barb (Dan) Williams of Hortonville, Dave (Amy) Ferron of Hartland, Bob (Lynn) Ferron of Arizona, and Jim Ferron of Seattle. His grandchildren are Toby (Hilary Papendick) Roessingh, Jordan (Rachel) Roessingh, Lee Ferron, Molly (Matthew) Buchs, Laurie (Kevin) Weyenberg, Lisa (Adam) Johnsen, Karen (Austin) Krueger, Kelly Ferron, Nikki (Alex) Hoffman, Tayler Robinson, Emily Robinson, Katie Ferron, Casey Hart-Ferron, Emily Ferron, Corey Ferron, Amber Ferron, Brett Ferron, Lexi Ziller, Sebastien Ferron, Isabella Ferron, and Annika Ferron. There are also nine-great-grandchildren: Henry, Ellie, Bryce, Troy, Owen, Landon, Graham, Emma, and Layla. He also leaves behind a brother: James C. Ferron of South Carolina, and in-laws Alice (Jerry) Plog, Jerry (Mary) Hein, Merlin (Ann) Hein, and Ruby Ferron.
The funeral liturgy for Bob will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, located at 1617 W. Pine Street in Appleton with Fr. Amal Roche officiating. Inurnment will be at St. Mary Cemetery at a later date. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church on Thursday, February 14, from 9:00 AM until the time of the service. For more information or to share a memory of Bob, please visit www.wichmannfargo.com.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a special fund for Bob's critically ill four-year-old great-granddaughter, Emma Krueger, at this site: www.gofundme.com/prayers-for-emma
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February 15, 2019
To Bobs Family,
May Bob's memory bring a smile to your days ahead. He was always asking my mother Agnes about my daughter Sophie , who "grew up" with many of the original residents of Ridgeview Bldg 16.
Your dad was also so kind and friendly.
Our dearest Sympathies.
Tracey , Joe and Sophie
February 15, 2019
Dear Ferron Family.
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing, but know he was welcomed in Heaven by Marie.
I live in the same Ridgeview Bldg as Bob and will miss his smiles each day. We shared many a story about our kids and I was fortunate to visit his cottage in Mountain with my daughter and her family for a day. We were sorry he didn't say Good Bye when he moved away recently.
May God Bless you during this transition and I'm sorry I couldn't make his funeral service on Thursday.
in Sympathy
Agnes R Miller
Debbie Collins
February 10, 2019
Bob's friendly smile lit up every event at Ridgeview Highlands while I was a resident there! Our loss is heaven's gain!
February 5, 2019
Dear Ferron Family,
Sincere condolence on the loss of your beloved Bob.
He was a wonderful friend to our family.
Blessings, Clare and Bill Sturm
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February 5, 2019
"The community of St. Mary Catholic High School sends its thoughts and prayers to the loved ones of Robert Ferron, a member of the class of 1945. May he rest in peace."
Sue Peters
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St. Mary Catholic Schools
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