Ralph Ferguson Jr., 64, passed away Friday, July 24 ^th , 2020, after a long battle with cancer. A resident of Youngstown, OH., formally of Erie PA., he was born in Cleveland OH., on July 10 ^th , 1956 to the late Jean E. Martin and Ralph Ferguson.

Besides his parents, he is proceeded in death by his wife, Jeanette (Petty) Ferguson, a sister Diane Manning, a nephew David Thomas, and a great nephew, Shamar Beason.

Ralph served in the National Guard followed by the Navy. He had a love for music and played multiple instruments, but his passion is for his beloved guitar.  His guitar playing was a regular part of any party at his home. Ralph was devoted to family and performed the role of Patriarch with pride.  He and his wife were successful in promoting a bond of love and unity throughout their family that will last for generations to come.

Ralph leaves to cherish his memory, eight children, Margaret (Todd) Ferguson, Ralph Ferguson III, JoAnne (Darnell) Ferguson, LaTonya Ferguson, Jerry (Christina) Ferguson, Devonta Whitfield, Khadija Ferguson, Kareem Ferguson, and eleven grandchildren. He also leaves one brother, James (Linda) Ferguson of Youngstown OH., five sisters, Ida Martin of Youngstown OH., Joyce Thomas, Linda (Raymond) Thomas, Ruth (Carmen) Robinson all of Erie PA., and Joan Ferguson of Rochester NY. Also, a mother-in law, Margaret Thomas, a sister-in-law, Margaret Bell, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and step-grandchildren.