James Ferguson Sr.

James Wendell Ferguson Sr., of Troy, MO, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025, at the age of 89. Beloved husband of Gloria Jean Ferguson; cherished son of the late Earl Frank and Flossie Bell Ferguson; devoted father of Renee (Wes) Russell, Jim (Relda) Ferguson, Jr., David (Lisa) Ferguson, Aaron (Mindy) Ferguson, and step-father to Randy (Norma) Combs and Cindy (Bob) Forster; loving grandfather to Ryan (Stephanie) Casida, Lauren (Jason) King, Tessa Salazar, Heather (Brent) Dildine, Katie (Travis) McElroy, Jamie (Aaron) Finley, Thomas (Maxie) Ferguson, Matt (Sammi Jo) Ferguson, Josh (Amanda) Ferguson, Ginny (Kyle) Heinz, Layne Ferguson, Bradly Ferguson, Allyson Ferguson, Noah Ferguson, and step-grandfather of Rob (Krystal) Forster, Drew (Julie) Forster, Jeffery (Megan) Combs, Kayla (Caleb) Hull, Jenna (Stephen) Anyia, Tanner (Stefanie) Combs, and Chris (Katrina) Forster; treasured great-grandfather of 33 great-grandchildren; dear brother to Francis (Pat) Ferguson, Regina (Woody) Woodson, and Teresa Basden. James loved his church family and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Preceded in death by his beloved first wife Joyce Ferguson and his brothers: Emmet, Earl, Charles, Albert, Roger and Richard Ferguson.

James proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He spent 28 years at McDonnell Douglas before retiring as a General Foreman. James had a passion for woodworking, was deeply involved in church life, and generously gave his time and talents to various congregations over the years. An avid game player and a man of strong faith, James loved the Lord and lived his life in service to others. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.