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Wayne Ferris Obituary
Wayne P. Ferris, 69, formerly of McGraw and currently of Freeville went to be with the Lord June 27, 2016. He was born October 9, 1946 in Cortland. Wayne was a longtime resident of McGraw graduating from McGraw High School. While attending high school he was a standout in both baseball and basketball. He had been a longtime field planner for NYSEG where he retired from. He was an avid golfer. He also had a love for music playing the organ for various churches he attended. Wayne also enjoyed playing the electric piano keyboard during the holidays at nursing homes and senior centers with his brother. He is survived by his daughters, Robyn (Stephen) Day of Portsmouth VA and Nicole (Michael DeMarco) Ferris of Charleston West VA; grandsons, Christian and Mason Day; his mother, Marjorie Ferris of Groton; his brother, James Ferris of Homer; his sister, Jane (Greg) Eades of Groton and nieces and nephews. Private services are with Wright-Beard Funeral Home Inc., 9 Lincoln Ave., Cortland NY, 13045. To offer online condolences visit www.wright-beard.com
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Steven B Owens
June 23, 2025
I clearly recall Wayne bought a new 1967 Camero in the summer of 1967. I was maroon in color and was the first Camero I ever rode in.
steven owens
June 23, 2020
I'll remember Wayne fondly for the rest of my days. He grew up just a couple of houses from me in McGraw. He was a very good athlete and very intense at practice. I recall that he bought a new Camaro as soon as they came out in 1967. He was proud of that. He was almost like a brother to me as his mother and sister both babysat for me and I was at his house a lot as he was at mine.
July 3, 2016
Love you, Dad
Steve Owens
July 1, 2016
I was deeply saddened to learn of Wayne's passing. Having grown up just two houses away in McGraw and having had both Marge and Jane as babysitters as a child, I practically was family. I'll remember Wayne fondly. I clearly remember Wayne's athletic abilities and will never forget when he got his first new car, a maroon '67 Camero! I'm so very glad that I got to visit with both Wayne and Jim at Hathaway Hall a few years ago. Marge, Jim and Jane will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
DORIS FULLER
July 1, 2016
WE WERE PART OF THE NYSEG FAMILY FOR MANY YEARS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING. SENDING LOVE, HUGS AND PRAYERS TO HIS FAMILY.
Pat Drake
June 30, 2016
Very sad to learn of our "Ferris" passing. We shared scripture over the phone together shortly before his passing and I take comfort that he is resting and finding peace in our Lord. Rest well Ferris!
Prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Fay & Jill Grover
June 29, 2016
We're so sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. He was part of our NYSEG family and will be missed. Sending our sincere condolences to his daughters and grandchildren. Fay & Jill Grover
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