Karl L. Ferguson
March 21, 1931 ~ December 18, 2011
Karl L. Ferguson, 80, Mooresville, died December 18, 2011. Mr. Ferguson was born March 21, 1931, in Delaware County, to the late Orville and Madge (Sutton) Ferguson.
Mr. Ferguson attended Martinsville High School and proudly served in the United States Army. He worked for almost 50 years for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in maintenance and heavy equipment. He was an avid sports enthusiast and especially liked racing. Mr. Ferguson attended Eternal Life Baptist Church and was a member of the Brooklyn Masonic Lodge, the Murat Shrine, and the Scottish Rite.
He was preceded in death by two sons, Timothy Dean and Danny Lynn Ferguson; brother, Don Ferguson.
Survivors include his wife of more than 60 years, Ruth (Collins) Ferguson; daughter, Debra Jo Perkins of North Carolina; sister, Betty Jo Hemphill of Oklahoma; grandchildren, Angela Renee and Jennifer Ann Perkins, Steven Michael and Dana Marie Ferguson; one great grandchild, Jordan Tyler Perkins; special daughter-in-law, Rhondi Taylor, favorite canine companion, Smokey.
The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., Thursday, December 22, 2011, at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, with calling there from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, December 21, 2011. Rev. Don Endsley will officiate. Burial will be in the Centerton Cemetery. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Ruth and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Karl was a tremendouls person and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Love, Kevin and Robbi Lollar
Ruth and Family: I am so sorry to hear of Carl’s passing. You will be in my prayers. Linda Woods Rowlee (daughter of Leonard and Eileen Woods)
Ruth and Family, So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Vicki & KT
D.J. we extend the grace and peace of God to you and your family during these days. Our prayers are with you. Frank and your family here at T. A. Loving Co.
Ruth, I saw the paper this morning on line and was shocked to read about Karl’s passing. You have my deepest sympathy , and I will be praying for you . May The Lord keep you in His care. Mary Church
Ruth, we feel your loss, as we have lost a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Randy and Maranel Pruden
We will miss Karl very much, he always had a smile for you Jess and Carolyn Gentry