Obituary: John Ferguson

John Ferguson, June 20, 1951 — December 13, 2024

John Henry Ferguson, 73, of Henrietta, Mich., passed away December 13, 2024. John’s family and friends will gather 4–8pm, Tuesday, December 17, 2024, with the Lodge of Sorrow conducted by the Fraternal Order of Eagles 612 at 7:30pm. Visitation will continue from 10 to 11am, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, with a funeral service to follow at 11am at Eineder Funeral Homes – Michigan Center Chapel. Fr. Jarrod Dillion will serve as celebrant.

John was born on June 20, 1951, in Howell, Mich., to Robert and Dixie (Dale) Ferguson. He graduated from Northwest High school in 1969 and shortly afterward was employed in manufacturing quality control at Wyman/Gordan, until 1991. John then worked for Manchester Stamping from 1993 to 2004. He was an enthusiastic rock and roll fan and enjoyed following his friends’ local bands. At an early age, John discovered his love for billiards that he then later shared with his daughter and could often be found on the golf course. He cheered on his favorite teams, the Detroit Tigers and Lions, and was a major fan of Michigan State University! John was an active member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 612 with his son and Union Local 953.

Most of all, John will be remembered as a loving and caring father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.

John will be missed by his children, Jonathon Ferguson of Jackson, Mich., and Jamie Ferguson of Gaston, S.C.; siblings, Dale Ferguson of Pleasant Lake, Mich., Jay (Virginia) Ferguson of Pleasant Lake, Mich., and Peggy (James) Booth of Jackson, Mich.; grandchildren, Sofia Shuler and Dalyla Shuler; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Dixie Ferguson, and brother, Robert Ferguson.

Memorial contributions are suggested to American Cancer Society — Great Lakes Division. Please leave a message of comfort for John’s family or sign his guestbook at www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.

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by Marsha Chartrand

Marsha Johnson Chartrand, a founder, writer, and copy editor with the Manchester Mirror, is a 50-year resident of Manchester. She has a long history of volunteer and community involvement.