Courtland- Mary Elizabeth Ferguson, 73, passed away September 12, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family. Mary was born in Norfolk and was a former resident of Virginia Beach. She was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Mattie Edmondson and a son, Charles Arthur Ferguson, Jr.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Charles Arthur "Gator" Ferguson, two daughters, Cindy F. Merrick of Clarksville, TN and Julie F. Forrester (Jeff) of Wylie, TX, one sister, Fay E. Anthony (Ted) of Lake Alfred ,FL, nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Services will be private.