Ruth Sequist Ferguson

Ruth Ferguson Obituary

Ruth Sequist Ferguson

Ruth Sequist Ferguson was born August 11, 1921, in Arcata, California. She passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2005. Ruth was the last of six children born to Albin and Alma Sequist of Arcata who preceded her in death.

She was a graduate of Arcata High School and of Humboldt State College. After graduation, she taught elementary school in Benicia, California, for five years during World War II. After her marriage, she taught in the McKinleyville Elementary School District, Freshwater School District, and in Fairfield School District in Solano County.

She is survived by her husband, Grant Ferguson; and her children, Judith Ferguson Dvorak and her husband Charles of Palo Alto, Janet Ferguson Stradley and her husband Jay of Arcata, and Brian Ferguson and his wife Helen of Crescent City; her two granddaughters, Meagan Ferguson Curtis and her husband Kyle of Smith River and Sara Stradley of Arcata. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Ruth was very devoted to her family.

A private family service will be held September 17, 2005. A remembrance gathering will be held at Baywood Country Club on Saturday, September 18, 2005, from 2 - 4 pm. Family and friends are invited to attend.

Memorial contributions may be made in Ruth’s name to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Arrangements were under the direction of Paul’s Chapel, Arcata, CA.

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Published by Times-Standard on Sep. 15, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Ferguson

9 Entries

Anne Bryan Smith

October 9, 2005

Dear Grant,Janet,Judy,Brian,and the rest of the family,

We certainly all share many, many wonderful memories. Ruth was very special just as Grant is. Doug lost his Father on September 15th so we share your losses. I know how much my Dad misses Mom and you will always miss your dear Ruth. We are praying for you.

Love from Anne & Doug Smith

Dona Wright

September 26, 2005

Dear Grant and Family,You are all in my prayers. It is hard, but God and time does ease the pain. Ruth was a wonderful person. Love, Dona

Vern and Ruth Villier

September 17, 2005

Grant and family.. we will miss seeing you at the Grange breakfasts, we are praying for you, I still remember Ed's as if it were yesterday, and I know the pain you are feeling.

I would have liked to be with you today, but I lost my favorite sister-in-law, a short time back, and I can't handle funerals for a while, she was as close to me as Ed was. You have our deepest sympathy.

Ruth & Vern

Missy Hill - Newfang

September 16, 2005

Judy and I met in the bookstore at HSC and never lost our friendship. So, when my parents were transferred from Sunnyvale in 1967, I was treated to various meals with the Ferguson's, entertained with the collection of Japanese fishing balls, explored the shoreline with Mr. Ferguson one very early weekend morning, and "hid" one bleak day in Judy's miniscule bedroom from the intensity of college life. Mrs. Ferguson fed me more scrambled eggs than I have ever eaten..I can see her in the kitchen with her hair in the bun...quiet and accepting...always interested in young people and their journey to maturity. She

was a lady of depth and meaning. My deepest sympathy to her family.

Rich & Gerri Giacone

September 16, 2005

We are hurting for your loss. You will continue to hold many memories of her. Having lost both our mothers we understand the hurt-only time, memories and sharing time together with your close family will begin to help.

Our love,

Kenneth A. Steele

September 16, 2005

Grant and family:

I'm so sorry to read of your great loss. I'll be praying for you. May God bless you and comfort you during this stressful time.

Debbie Woody (Taylor)

September 15, 2005

I remember Mrs Ferguson's at Freshwater. When I had to see the principal, Mr Ferguson's, Mrs Ferguson's was the first you saw. She always had that kind smile and always told me take my punishment and learn from it. I have and I thank her and Mr Ferguson for being there. Sorry to hear of her passing she will always be in my heart. Debra Woody and all the Woody kids Gail, Danny, Shawn, Lori, Johnny

Jan and Howard Hunt

September 15, 2005

We send our support, hugs of encouragement, and love.- Jan and Howdy Hunt and family

Sara Stradley

September 15, 2005

I don't think I can express words about what I could say about my grandmother, except for the fact that she was an amazing woman, who taught me so much in my short 17 years with her. She was there when I was born and I only wish I was there when she passed. She gave me her two most precious gifts- time and love. Things I can't repay her for. I'll always remember how she would make me cheese and goldfish, and count out each to make sure I had an even number, and she helped me bake and dress up, and help set up for Christmas. I can't express how much love I have for her. She was an overly amazing woman and her death breaks my heart, as there is so much I hadn't got to say. I'll love you forever Grandma!

love always, Sara

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