Mr. Bernard L. Ferguson, 65,of Utica, NY, departed this life on Sept.21,2019.He was born in Norwich,NY the son of the late Chauncey Dewet and Yvonne Riley Ferguson. He was educated there and spent most of his life working as a carpenter until he retired, and later spent time in Florida. Bernard leaves behind the love of his life Cheryl Nortz,  his daughters, Jodie Moran and Sarah Williams, and her four daughters, his only grandchildren. His brother's Bob Ferguson and Kenneth Ferguson, and sisters Patricia Thorpe, Sharon Ferguson  and Jeanette Ferguson. He was preceded in death by by his sisters; Mildred Cox  and Frances Graser-Ferguson.

His family honored his life at a private time as per his wishes.

Arrangements under the guidance of the John L Matt Funeral Home, Chadwicks,NY.

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