Donald Rex Ferris

November 28, 1957 - April 14, 2020

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.

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Edward Coyle posted on 4/19/20

Rest in peace Don. My condolences to the family.

Edith Vanderpool posted on 4/19/20

Josh, your dad always had a smile on his face each time I saw him. I was always comfortable around him. He has fought a hard battle and even though he is gone, he has won. Remember all the smiles and good times. You have my hugs and prayers and love.

Lisa Johnson and Family posted on 4/19/20

Cary, we are all pained by the loss of your dad, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always and forever, we are here for you no matter the need. With all our love, Lisa, Sierra, Fatty and Princess Abby

Toni Matusek Barber posted on 4/18/20

Cary, I'm sorry for your loss, I pray you & your family can find peace in knowing your dad can rest now, the battle is over.. Now he's your angel...

Ginger Wright posted on 4/18/20

My condolence to his family, sorry for your loss.

Kathy Scott Tate posted on 4/18/20

Rest easy Cousin Don

Kathy Scott Tate posted on 4/18/20

Rest well Cousin Don

Donna Stapleton posted on 4/17/20

You will live forever in everyones heart and memory. May you soar like an eagle to meet with Bo and celebrate like no other. We all send our love and you will forever be in my memories as a great father, husband and grandfather. Rest in peace and celebrate till we all come together again. Drop us a penny every now and then.

The Daniels Family, Michigan posted on 4/17/20

We are so sorry for your tragic loss. Our prayers are with all of you.

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