Donald R Ferris, 62 of Virginia Beach passed away April 14th 2020 in his home after a strong battle with cancer.
He was born in Lansing MI where he left home at a young age meeting his wife Kim L Ferris. He started his journey moving from state to state chasing dreams, creating a life and family to be proud of. He had a passion for telecommunications working for TCI & Storer Cable in Dallas TX. He moved to Virginia Beach in 1997 where he thrived in a 20 year career with Cox Communications retiring as the Construction and Planning Manager.
He leaves to cherish his memory Daughter Cary A Ferris, Grandchildren KeLiah, Ciree, Raytrel Ferris & Lyric Ferris-Anderson. Son Joshua R Ferris, Son in-law Ronald A. Vanderpool of Virginia Beach. Daughter Jennifer Ferris of Flint Michigan. Brother Tim Ferris, Sisters Deb Murphy & Sheila Gokey of Michigan. He is preceded in death by his wife Kim L Ferris, Parents Rex E & Mary C Ferris (Heald).
A private family service will be held at Altmeyer Funeral Home Maestas Chapel 1801 Baltic Ave Virginia Beach VA on April 19th, 2020 from 12pm-2pm. A celebration of life will be held at a later date due to current social restrictions. Condolences may be offered to the family at
www.AltmeyerFH.com Flowers or kind gestures may be shared at the family home at 1605 Wasserman Ct Virginia Beach VA 23454.
Edward Coyle posted on 4/19/20
Rest in peace Don. My condolences to the family.