He was a retired Safety Coordinator for Potlatch, United States Air Force Veteran and member of Pauline Missionary Baptist Church where he enjoyed being a greeter, cooking for special functions and just socializing with everyone. Tommy loved to fish but his real passion was spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Diane Ferrell; grandson, Dustin "Rooster" Ferguson; infant son, Thomas Wayne Ferrell, Jr.; and a brother, John Carl Ferrell.
Survivors include five children, Wayne Ferrell of Monticello, Angie Fetters (Tony) of Farmington, MO, Shannon Fletcher (Rhonda) of Rison, Tina Ferguson (Ray) of Monticello and Diane Engelkes of Texarkana; one brother, Cliff Ferrell (Sandra) of Hot Springs; one sister, Julia Harris (Randy) of Barry, TX; grandchildren, Holly Carter (Jason), Becca Gober (Shiloh) and Caleb Davis; and great grandchildren, Jacob Carter, Cole Carter, Kingston Gober and Malachi Gober.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 6, 2021, at Pauline Missionary Baptist Church with burial in Oakland Cemetery in Monticello. Memorials may be made to Pauline Missionary Baptist Church or the UAM Missionary Baptist Student Fellowship. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(15)
Linda Baker Warrick
Atlanta, TX Tuesday, April 12, 2022 A dear, sweet friend from the cllass of 1961 at Warren High School.Always joking and laughing. He was a good guy!
Stacy Cater
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 11, 2021 l'd like to express my sympathies to the family. l attend the same church, but attend late service so l didn't get to know Mr Ferrell. l hear he was a wonderful man. May God comfort you during this time.Misty Wilhite
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 8, 2021 I am so sorry about the loss of your dad. Losing your loved one isn’t easy. Prayers for your family! I have always considered your family as part of my family. Angie, you and Wayne, and I go way back and have lots of memories. Again, so sorry for your loss. Love you, Misty!Joy F Godwin
Smackover, AR Tuesday, September 7, 2021 We were saddened to hear of his passing. We thoroughly enjoyed being around and camping with Tommy and Diane. Always looked forward to seeing him. Prayers for the family in the days to come.PAMELA J. HALL
PINE BLUFF, AR Tuesday, September 7, 2021 DIANE & FAMILY:I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember growing up at Pauline and Tommy was always there with a smile on his face. Prayers for strength and comfort.
Charlotte Jones
Monticello, AR Monday, September 6, 2021 Tommy, I am going to miss you. I pray for your family, friends and loved ones. You have been a good friend throughout the years, not just to me and my family, but to everyone you met. I know, without a doubt, that you are rejoicing with our Lord and Savior and hugging Diane so tight. With much love, Charlotte.JOHNNIE ANGLE
CONWAY, AR Monday, September 6, 2021 PRAYERS FOR EACH OF HIS FAMILIES. EVERY ONE WILL MISS HIM.TOMMY WAS A GOOD PERSON.Terry & Vanessa Young
WARREN, AR Monday, September 6, 2021 Vanessa and I loved coming to church and I getting a firm handshake and Vanessa getting a hug. He will definitely be missed but we know that he is having a wonderful time now. We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying that God will wrap his arms around you. God bless!Doug and Beth Langdon
Warren, AR Sunday, September 5, 2021 So sorry to hear this! Our thoughts and prayers are with you family and all the lives he touched!Linda D. Barnett
Monticello, AR Sunday, September 5, 2021 Tommy was one of the first people I met when I moved to Monticello. That was 45 years & everytime I was around him he was always the same, smiling, cheerful, happy, comical and very caring. It was a pleasure to have him for a friend and I will surely miss him. I will be praying that “ GOD will give his family peace that passes all understanding”Linda Strrickland
Deville, LA Sunday, September 5, 2021 May Tommy Rest in Peace. To Tommy's Family and Friends words can't erase the pain of loosing a love one. But know my thoughts, Prayers and love are with you all.John & Paige Stell
Monticello, AR Sunday, September 5, 2021 You are all in our thoughts and prayers during the days ahead. Mr. Tommy was a special part of our family too. The day we moved in on Cottonwood he stopped and asked “Do you have water yet?” We didn’t but in just a short time we did. It was several years later that we realized he made the calls to get it turned on when we were renewing our contract with Barkada Water. He was always willing to help and definitely made things happen. All our boys loved him but our two little boys probably were able to spend the most time with him. He will be missed by so many and definitely by our family.We love you all,
John, Paige, Brad, Jake, Jared, Jayson, Colt, & Brayden
Wilmot & Thelma Green
Warren, AR Sunday, September 5, 2021 So sorry to hear this. May God hold you all in His loving, comforting arms and lead you through this time of sorrow and loss.Mandy Flaniken
Port Orange, FL Saturday, September 4, 2021 Wayne, I was so saddened to hear about your dad’s passing. Please know I love ya and I am thinking about you. My prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.Bonita Yount
, AR Saturday, September 4, 2021 So sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. I thought the world of his family. Praying for you all in this difficult time. Love to all.