Andrea Sue Ferguson

Andrea Sue Ferguson, 63, of Cherry Valley left this part of eternity with her angel at her side Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at 2:15 p.m.
She entered this world October 28, 1948, in Lorain, Ohio, daughter of James and Doris Ferguson.
She and her mother moved to Rockford in 1981 to be near her sister, Dianne.

Andreas life was one of inspiration, patience and perseverance.
She judged no one and loved all.
Her life of joy and peace was one many attempt to achieve.
Always striving to do her best, she as a responsible family member and a first class Downs citizensocial, polite and gentle with a cute sense of humor.

Her fav place away from home was The ARC where she was an integral part of the group, especially art and bowling.
Her joys in life included dancing, butterflies, animals, anything Disney and her beloved Dick Van Dyke.

Survived by her sister, Dianne Abbate, brotherinlaw, John, and niece, Laura Selby.
Predeceased by her parents.

Appreciation to those at Neighbors Rehabilitation who tended to her with patience and love, and to Julie Erickson, her OSF Hospice nurse whose kindness and skill made her last weeks as comfortable as possible.

A memorial Celebration of Joy will be Saturday, December 10 at 2:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home amp; Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd. led by Rev. Bill Ward. This will be followed by a dinner for family and friends in the Family Room at Stockholm Inn.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The ARC.