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William Ferris

William Edmond Ferris, age 78, of LaRue, died Thursday July 3, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Marion Manor in Marion, Ohio. He was born May 3, 1930 in Curtis, Oklahoma to the late Harry and Clara (Haskew) Ferris.  On September 7, 1957 he married Dorothy Bosh and she survives. Also surviving is one daughter; Jill L. Ferris of LaRue, two sons; William E. (Betty) Ferris of Folsom, California and Randy E. Ferris of LaRue. Two Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren. Two sisters; Edna Kehrer of Pennsylvania and Marie Hudson of North Carolina.  He was preceded in death by one brother; Harry Ferris Jr. and one sister; Ida Margaret Ferris. Mr. Ferris worked as a sheet metal worker for Marion Power Shovel, then for Acrux Investigation Agency as a Security Guard at Honda.  He served in the military, first in the U S Navy from May 6, 1947 to Sept. 20, 1949 then in the Navy Reserve till Dec.20, 1950. He then went into the U S Marine Corps from 1950 to April 30, 1968.  He enjoyed his cats, westerns, crossword puzzles, gardening, eating out, and spending time with his family. Graveside Services will be held Monday July 7, 2008 at 1:00 PM at the LaRue Cemetery.  Minister will be the Rev. John J. Bradley.  There will be no  calling hours.  The Stofcheck-Ballinger  Funeral Home  in LaRue is in charge of arrangements. Those who wish may make contributions to the Marion County Humane Society. Remembrances and Condolences may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballingerfuneralhome.com. Directions to LaRue Cemetery Florist Login Feel free to post a remembrance on this person's birthday, anniversary of passing, holidays, or whenever feels appropriate.

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Condolences       to #1 from: Cheryl Oehler Sun City, Arizona Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 4:23 PM Dear Jill and family, I was so sorry to read of your dad's passing. I was your teacher at Elgin West many years ago. One thing I do remember is that your parents were always very proud of you. Please know you are in my daily thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Cheryl Oehler #2 from: Lucille & Bill Yaraschuk Reynoldsburg, Ohio Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 11:36 AM Hi Jill, we were so sorry to hear of your dad's passing.  Please accept our sincere sympathy.  Every time I talk to Angie I ask about you and your parents.  If we can do anything for you, please let us know. #3 from: Marlene (Bailey) Kirkpatrick Marion, Ohio Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 3:40 PM Dear Jill and Family, I don't know if you remember me or not, but this is Marlene. I went to school with you at Elgin. I am sorry to hear about your loss. I know he was a good man and left your family many good memories. He was always so kind to everyone that he met. May Gods peace be with you in the days ahead. Please know that our family's prayers are with you. God Bless You and your family, Mr. and  Mrs. Scott and Marlene (Bailey) Kirkpatrick and family #4 from: Wayne & Angie Watson Marion, Oh Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 10:27 PM Dorthy, Jill,& Randy, Your family has always been so special to Wayne and I. We sre so sorry to here about your loss.  Bill was such a nice and caring person.  He will be greatly missed by all.  We are glad to have known him and will always have good memories. Love You All.  Wayne, Angie, and Andy #5 from: The Aldridge Family Leipsic, OH Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 7:38 AM Dorothy, Randy and Jill, We were so sorry to hear about Bill. We really wish we could be there. We are thinking of you. Love, Sam, Tina, Chelsea, Joliffe, Gage and Samaira #6 from: Kim Moore North Ogden Utah Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 8:06 AM Jill and family just wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers we are so sorry for your loss.

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