Mary was one of my dearest friends, my other Italian mother and my favorite shopping buddy! During  my late husbands long illness she was always there for me and  managed to change my tears to laughter. I miss her presence but am content with all my good memories.                                                           .

Mary was a unique, warm and wonderfully talented woman. She was also my instructor in the 70's and really developed my love of hairdressing.  I can still hear her  Italian accent in my head. I am saddened for your loss but must tell you the world has lost a wonderful woman with a zest for life!

Mary was a dear lady. She did my hair at
headliners for 15plus years.  I wish that
I had gone to see her.  She was fun and
a delight.  I loved her accent.  She was
crazy about Kevin.  We had grandchildren
at the same time. She will be missed.

Mary was a delight. She cut my hair for years and years, did a fantastic job and entertained me the whole time with her interesting conversation. I considered her a good friend and I will miss her.
With my deepest sympathy,
Katie Lowden

My condolences to Mary's family and friends. She was my instructor  in the mid 70's . She was a wonderful teacher,  a kind person and a good friend.   May she rest in peace and rise in glory!

Please accept my condolences for a fantastic lady. Mary did my Mother's hair weekly for over twenty years and cut my hair for over forty years. It was always a pleasure to drive in from Lynchburg and "visit" with her. She was a great person. I am so sorry for your loss.

Please accept our condolences for a wonderful women. She worked for us and was a pleasure to be around. she was a terrific friend. Thank you ,Susanne, for making her life as comfortable as possible. She loved her family so much. She has been in our prayers a lot. We will surely miss her!!  With much love,....Barbara and Ted Ritenour  and The Headliners

I knew Mary growing up when she used to do my mother's hair, who still lives today at age 98.  Living in Augusta County Virginia on a farm, Mary was the most exotic and lovely woman I'd every seen, with that beautiful accent and homemade pasta sauce to die for!  Years have gone by, but I remembered her right away when viewing the obituaries.  I hope her life was full and good, and I'm sorry for your loss.  This generation was so special.
Colleen Coyner

If it wasn't for Mary, I would not have been successful in my career. She was my best buddy, Mom, and teacher rolled into one person. Adio Mary

Please accept Woody staff condolences for your loss.  You can depend on us to assist you on this journey and we will strive for your complete satisfaction while your loved one is in our care. We believe you deserve nothing less. For these difficult days, we will be honored to have you consider our home and family a part of yours. 

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Mary Cartella Ferguson

November 11, 1920 – April 1, 2014

Woody Funeral Home-Parham

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