Clara Ferguson Obituary

I can't believe you have been gone for 10 years already Clara, miss you so much

We still think if you and our ladt celebration for your 102 1/2 birthday!
Much love,
Your bridge club Buddy
Rosemary Ryan

We are so thankful we celebrated with Clara for her 102 1/2 birthday in May 2015. It left us with such pleasant memories and a great picture.She loved it!

Clara played in our bridge club. It completely change the atmosphere when she got to talking.She made us laugh with every thing she did and said.We'd love to visit her at the Vets home.Everyone knew her. What a blessing Clara was to all of us.
We love you Clara.We'll miss you so much.Remember the girl that you had thought that she'd just gotten off the horse???Well, she said to tell you that She'll never forget you and she,to,,loves you very much.RIP Clara

Thank you all for these very nice comments and remembrances of Clara. Please continue to share your memories and stories here. There was such a great attendance at her internment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery - especially the motorcycle escort. You are all so special to her and to me. Thank you to the folks that were able to attend her remembrance/celebration of life gathering at Glenwood Oaks Restaurant. Some wonderful stories about Clara were exchanged. You ARE all very special people. She was blessed to have had all of you in her life! As her son, you fill my heart with joy.

Clara joined our bridge club when she was in her 90s and along with playing good bridge, she brought so much joy, humor and happiness. We celebrated her 96, 97, 98, and 99th b'day with her and then when she moved to the Vet's Home we tried to visit her as often as we could....sometimes playing bridge. Our last visit was to celebrate her 102 1/2 birthday which we did in May 2015. She LOVED it.
Clara.....it was an honor to know you!

Our father lived at the VA Home in Manteno until April. We got to know Clara over the last year and half and always enjoyed her company! She was an amazing person. We included her in the video shown at dad's wake. Thanks for a lift in our spirits when we would visit at Manteno Clara! Rest in Peace. Kelly & Peter Hohman, Robin and Kerri.

Clara was one special lady to me. I did her hair at the veterans home every Wednesday and she was always waiting for me at the door at 6:00 a.m. To be one of the first to get her hair done and have a donut. always told me how well Richard was doing and he never thought his mother would live this long and then She would always laugh. I sure did miss seeing her last Wednesday and her tight hug, kiss, thank you and I love you Shandra. she was one SPECIAL lady. Thinking and praying for you all.

Over the years Clara joined our extended family for Thanksgiving. She was a joy to be around,delightful to talk with and leaves us with happy memories.

My Great Aunt Clara was truly an inspiration to me. She had a love of life that was infectious. Her taste was exquisite. From her eloquent home to her flair in fashion. She was always interested in people and wanted to know all the going ons in your life. She made you feel special. She was a fascinating woman. I was blessed to have her in my life. I'm very happy my whole family could enjoy her lovely spirit when we celebrated Thanksgiving.

Though I never had the pleasure of meeting the late Clara Ferguson in person, she was always so welcoming whenever I called to talk to her son Rich. To me she was a true lady, loving and caring and I am so glad to be a real good friend of her son Rich.
May God rests her soul in peace.
Ray Chorbachi

My deepest sympathy to Clara's family. She was the most interesting person to talk with and she will be missed. Rest in Peace Clara, and I hope you are chit-chatting with my mom again...Mary Buckie

I loved and cherished the times I had with Clara, she was such a joy to be with and talk to. What a great and interesting lady. Till we meet again.

My deepest sympathy ....I met Clara April 10, 2015 and felt a bond of love and friendship which I will treasyre akways....

Rose Singer

I send my condolences to the family of Ms. Ferguson. Death is to be brought to nothing. (1 Corinthians 15:26)

We are so very sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. We are very honored to have been part of her life.

Jennifer Wright, RN DON. Illinois Veteran's Home- Manteno

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Our deepest prayers and condolences to Rich and extended family.

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.