Merrimac – Marilyn J. (Decoteau) Ferguson, 86, formerly of Haverhill, wife of the late John J. Ferguson, passed away December 19, 2020 at her residence.
Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Pearl (Garrigan) Decoteau. Raised and educated in Haverhill, she was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1952. Marilyn worked at the National Security Council in Washington, DC during the 1950’s. She was also employed later in her life as a supervisor at the former AT&T and Lucent Technologies. She was a young widow in the early 1980’s who raised her four children. A strong woman of character, she was very athletic, lettering in two sports, volley ball and basketball. She was an avid golfer and bowler, playing in many leagues in the area and often enjoyed a friendly game of 45’s. A devoted mother and grandmother, her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Marilyn is survived by her children; Tracy Ferguson and her husband Francesco Corvi of Newburport, Erin Connors and her husband Thomas of Amesbury; Jody Ferguson of Merrimac; Jack J. Ferguson and his wife Lynn of Lowell; her grandchildren, Kendall Connors, Thomas Connors, John Corvi, Mark Corvi, Michaela Corvi, Michael Richardson, Jessica Ferguson and Haley Ferguson; great grandchildren, Michael Richardson and Arianna Richardson; her sister, Marlane Clukey of AZ; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her brothers Harold Decoteau, Robert Decoteau and sister Marjorie Powers.
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday, December 22 from 4:00PM until 7:00PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 10:00AM at St. James Church, Winter Street, Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery, Primrose Street, Haverhill. Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral. com
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Connie Cleary Corr says
December 21, 2020 at 12:21 amSuch a beautiful woman, inside and out. My sincere condolences for your loss
Josiah says
December 21, 2020 at 4:06 pmJack I am so sorry for your loss…..thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Peg (Ferguson) Zebrowski says
December 21, 2020 at 8:17 pmDear Tracy, Jodi, Erin and Jack, l’m so very sorry for your loss. I’ll always remember Auntie Marilyn for her wicked sense of humor and her limitless kindness . And let us not forget her patience and work for all those huge family birthday parties for Grammy Collins. You were all blessed to have such an extraordinary mother who loved you all fiercely.
Peg (Ferguson) Zebrowski says
December 21, 2020 at 8:24 pmDear Tracy, Erin, Jodi, and Jack, I’m so deeply sorry for your loss. I will always remember Auntie Marilyn for her quick, wicked sense of humor and her deep caring and kindness. And never forget her patience and all her work for all those family gatherings for Grammy Collins birthday parties. You were truly blessed to have such a strong, smart, funny mom, who loved you all so fiercely.
Judith Gagnon says
December 21, 2020 at 8:29 pmMarilyn was a good friend for many years. We golfed together and enjoyed many good times. So sorry for your loss .
Jane Comeau says
December 21, 2020 at 9:30 pmTo my cousins Tracy, Erin Jodi and Jack, (and their families) I am so sorry for the loss your Mom. I know how difficult it is, especially at this time of year. Take solace in the fact that she loved you all so very much and that when she spoke of any of you, it was with sheer pride. How lucky you were to have her as your mother, friend and mentor for so many years. I believe with all my heart that we will all meet on the other side and have the best family reunion anyone could ever imagine.
So much love to you all,
Jane and Jim Comeaui
Mark Simpson says
December 21, 2020 at 9:32 pmSo sorry for the loss of your mom. May she rest in eternal peace. Condolences to you and your family at this most difficult time
Lynn Wentworth says
December 21, 2020 at 11:55 pmMy deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom, especially during this holiday season. May fond memories of happier times spent with her ease your suffering during this difficult transition.
Robert DeMello says
December 22, 2020 at 2:00 amSo sorry for your loss, wishing you and your family peace during this difficult time.
Joseph Law & Lisa Law says
December 22, 2020 at 3:29 pmSorry for your loss I know how difficult it is anytime let alone the holidays on behalf of the Law family our prayers and thoughts are with the Ferguson family
Teddy Zins says
December 22, 2020 at 5:22 pmWe are so sorry to hear about “Mrs. Ferguson”. On behalf of the entire Zins Family our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Our families have shared so many great memories. Rest easy Mrs. Ferguson.
Joanne Eaton says
December 23, 2020 at 2:29 amJodi, sending sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. She will always be in your heart..You are in my thoughts and prayers
Joanne Eaton
Susan Baker says
December 23, 2020 at 6:54 pmThank you Mrs. Ferguson for welcoming me into your home way back in 1975. My memories of you are warm and happy. Erin and I had some good laughs with you. My heart is aching. I miss you. You raised a wonderful family. Your strength and character lives on through them. You will always be a shining light in my heart. ❤️
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday, December 22 from 4:00PM until 7:00PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 10:00AM at St. James Church, Winter Street, Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery, Primrose Street, Haverhill. Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral. com
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