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Peacefully after a 7-year courageous battle with cancer, Melody Ferguson passed at Ed’s House Hospice December 20th, 2024 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of Bill Ferguson who she shared 34 years of marriage with. Loved mother to Howard (Corissa Leonard). There is peace in knowing that awaiting her arrival at Heaven’s gate was her beloved daughter, Tracy Lynn Clark. Melody is the cherished grandma of Matt, Tyler (Sarah Lynn), Warner and Jackson and proud great-grandmother of little Carson. She will be fondly remembered by her son in law Kevin Patterson. Melody is the sister of Dale, Bill, Wayne, Penny Jean, Caroline and is pre-deceased by Trudy, Kenny and Del. She will be deeply missed by her many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Ed’s House, the Northumberland Hills Hospital, The Trenton Memorial Hospital and the Cancer Centre in Kingston for your compassionate and warm care of Melody over the years. It is because of you her pain was eased and she and her family felt well cared for. We cannot thank you enough. Celebration of life details will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre or the Canadian Cancer Society.
My sincere sympathy Bill♥️
Such sad news. Melody brought joy (and laughter) to all who knew her. She will be greatly missed.
I will miss my dear friend and mentor, Melody. She was always here for me through my ups snd downs of life. She gave me guidance and steps to cope with some of my troublesome situations. I will always have a special place in my heart and mind for her!
So sorry for your loss, Bill. Mel was a one-of-a-kind person who helped so many people and who made the world around her a better place. She will be missed. ❤️
My thoughts are with you all. Mel was a great lady who welcomed me with open arms and some good words of wisdom and encouragement. What a gem.
Sorry to hear about your loss. You and Mel had some great years together. Lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris and Yvonne
Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Mel's passing .Mel can now rest without pain Our Heart go out to you Bill many hugs and condolences.
Bill I am saddened to hear of Melody’s passing. She certainly fought a hard battle. If there is anything that you need please don’t hesitate to ask. Thinking of you & wishing you strength for the difficult days ahead! ❤️
Bill,we are very sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your family during this most difficult time .
Heaven gained another giant this week. Melody my love be your best in your location. You have a special spot in my heart. Bill and family my condolences, she will be missed in presence but not in our hearts.
I knew Melody as a strong and cheery soul over the past thirty years. She helped many people through difficult times. My condolences to Bill and the entire family.
Bill , I am so sorry to hear of Melodys passing. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sending love and prayers .
Dearest Bill. I am so sorry for your loss. Melody was the person you wanted in your corner. She helped so many that crossed her path. I was one of those lucky few. Fly high Melody. Love, Eva
To Bill and the entire Ferguson family. It is with heartfelt sincerity that I extend my condolences to you all today. Melody was a force of nature, a “bulldog with lipstick” she was loved, and she will be missed. “May all your wonderful memories comfort you during this very difficult time.” Bonnie (ODAAT)
Bill and family, Sorry to here of Melodys passing. You are in our thought and prayers during this difficult time. Rob and Cathy Blay
Dear Bill, I'm very sorry for the loss of you're beloved Melody, I know how much love you two shared. May the passage of time and the comfort from fond memories ease you're pain.
Our most sincere condolences to Bill and the family.
A beautiful soul, kind and sweet....may she rest in peace. My sincere condolences Bill and family. Diane
Dear Bill I am so sorry for your loss. I know she is at peace. No more pain. She fought a courageous battle and won her wings. Bill she is now waiting for you when it is your time. I can't take that anziety of pain away with my words. I wished I could. But you can and will feel her presence by your side. Focus on a memory aday. Relive it. You will finally notice your smile coming back. Mel, always had away of bringing a smile on someone's face even at their lowest. What I loved about that lady the most was, she was real.
Bill & Family, we are so very sorry to hear of Melody's passing, she was such a sweet caring lovely lady, she will truly be missed be many. Out thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time, she will be forever in our hearts. Len & Cindy Murphy
Bill I’m so sorry for your loss. Mel was an amazing soul. Thanks for sharing her with us. Blessing Jacqui
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Hard to put into words how much you will be missed Mel.You were the best thing to ever happen to Bill, keeping him happy and in love for 34 years. I wont forget our long talks, and all the great advice you gave me over the years. I am sure there will be many friends and family to meet you at the gates. You did so much for so many, and now it is your time to be at peace.
Sorry for your loss Bill but her suffering is over. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Bill, my condolence to you and your family, Melody will be missed by many
Bill, so sorry to hear of Melody's passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
If you knew Melody, you loved her. She was a bright light in the lives of so many. Bill and Melody's family- my heart aches for you and I'm sending you all my love. We have a very sassy and loving angel watching over us now. xo
Well ..my heart is breaking...I've lost my dear friend....she was the best person in my life...the one who was always honest with me..a shoulder to cry on..shared my ups..downs....she gave me so much of herself...I loved her and I know she loved me back...Bill I'm so sorry..please know you are in my thoughts...this is a tough one..
Sending sincere condolences Bill and family, Melody will always be remembered for her pillar of strength and selfless service she provided to so many people!! May she rest peacefully in the sky in the arms of her creator!! Prayers and Huggs to all xo
Dear Bill and family, I'm so sorry to read of Melody's passing. I have such good memories of her humour and insightful comments. Strength to you all in the coming days and months ahead. -Nettie
The world has lost a warrior. Melody was one of the most caring people I have ever known. With a big side of sass when needed of course! She spent so many years helping so many people with her words of wisdom, support and sometimes just an attentive ear or a hug. Although I take comfort in knowing you are at peace, my heart is aching for your family and close friends. 💔
My sincere condolences to you Bill and your loving family. Will treasure the many fond memories of sitting around that little table thursday nites in Colbourne. Keeping you in my prayersxoxo
So sorry to hear that Mel has passed. She is no longer suffering. She never ever had a negative word to anyone. She was blessed with great strength and a beautiful sense of humor. I will always remember the pride she had in 'Sliver' her son. And how happy she was when her grandbabies came along. Deepest condolences Bill and Howard. A lifetime of memories will sustain your through this
Dear Bill and Family . Words cannot express my feelings . Please cherish the memories. It was a pleasure to know her and the guidance she provided . Brian Edmiston