John David Robert Ferguson unexpectedly passed away at the age of 28 on July 20, 2018, in Columbus, OH. He was born on January 13, 1990, in Charlottesville, VA. John was a loving son to Nancy Ferguson (Bob Ciocan) of Winston Salem, NC, and Dr. Robert Ferguson (Jenny) of Cleveland, OH. He was also the brother and best friend for 26 years to Daniel Lloyd Donald Ferguson of Winston Salem, NC. John was predeceased by his devoted grandparents: Robert Lloyd and Francoise (Cousineau) Mc Caig from Ottawa Ontario and Dr. Donald and Lucille (Genier) Ferguson from Gatineau Quebec. He also lost uncles Robert J. Dolan and David K. Mc Caig along with his step-grandparents John Dale Anderson and Charlotte Rodway. Throughout his life, John lived in Memphis TN, Kingston Ontario Canada, Winston Salem NC, State College PA, Asheville NC and Columbus OH. After graduating from FCDS he went on to attend Schreyer’s Honors College PSU (Engineering) and OSU Columbus (Pharmacology, Business). John had a sharp mind; he was articulate and loved reading intensely. His interests included computers, music, neuropharmacology and business. He enjoyed adventure activities like skiing, autocross racing, rock climbing, cave exploration, hiking in nature as well as animals and movies. Theme parks were a favorite too along with festivals such as MTG gaming events or holidays spent at the cottage in Canada or trips to Pompano Beach and Whistler BC. John embraced life wholeheartedly; his endless curiosity for knowledge along with understanding the universe played vital roles for him alongside nurturing relationships that mattered most to him. His dedication to family while cherishing friends globally leaves many feeling heartbroken over his loss. The warmth of John’s beautiful smile combined with his laughter will be sorely missed along with his calm demeanor which radiated generosity and love towards others. Many relatives including aunts uncles cousins from Ontario Canada (Mc Caig Martin Tetzlaff Mobbs Gibson), Alberta Canada (Mc Caig Ballantyne), B. C Canada (Mc Caig Mc Cullough Baylis), Quebec (Genier), Tennessee (St-Hilaire Ferguson Jordan), Massachusetts (Ferguson), Pennsylvania step-great grandparents step-grandparents step-cousins Anderson Rodway together with numerous teachers friends from Winston Salem NC plus so many cherished friends across places like Columbus OH Asheville NC Denver CO NYC Wilmington SC Pittsburgh PA will always hold fond memories close at heart regarding him. A memorial will be held at Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home located at 3315 Silas Creek Parkway on Saturday September 22nd 2018 featuring visitation between 2-3 pm followed by Chapel service starting promptly at three o’clock PM where online condolences can also be shared via www. hayworth-miller. com.
“For what is it to cease breathing but to free the breath from its restless tides that it may rise and expand seek God unencumbered.” Kahlil Gibran
Saturday September 22nd 2018 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel 3315 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem NC 27103 Service
Saturday September 22nd ,2018 3:00 PM Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel 3315 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem NC27103
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“For what is it to cease breathing but to free the breath from its restless tides that it may rise and expand seek God unencumbered.” Kahlil Gibran
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VisitationSaturday September 22nd 2018 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel 3315 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem NC 27103 Service
Saturday September 22nd ,2018 3:00 PM Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel 3315 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem NC27103
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