He was a retired mechanic and a Methodist. Thomas enjoyed antique cars and trucks, building race car motors and was a fixer of anything. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Velma I. Graham Ferrell; and two brothers, Bob and John Ferrell.
Survivors include two children, Thomas Dewayne Ferrell of Wilmar and LaDonna Dodson and husband Jessie of Monticello; two brothers, Tim Ferrell and wife Cindy and Jim Ferrell and wife Billie all of Wilmar; one sister, Mary Willabea Ingram of Miami, OK; four grandchildren, Justin and Tommy Ferrell and Jessica and Nicholas Dodson; seven great grandchildren with one more on the way.
Graveside services will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Andrews Chapel Cemetery with Rev. Ray Hearron. There will be a visitation from 2-3 p.m. preceding the graveside service at the cemetery. You can sign Thomas' guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(8)
Arthur Walmsley
Stuttgart, AR Monday, March 20, 2023 Praying for Tom’s family as they grieve his loss. Especially lifting up Jim and Tim in prayer. Losing a brother is a difficult loss to deal with. May the presence of the Holy Spirit comfort both of y’all during this difficult time.Linda Barnes
Monticello, AR Monday, March 20, 2023 Thomas, Buddy and I are sorry for your loss. A father is an important part of our lives. Praying for you and your family 🙏🏻Donna D. Usry
Wilmar, AR Saturday, March 18, 2023 Ladonna ( Gussy), I am so sorry for your loss, Tom was a good man thought alot of him. Love ,hugs & prayers for you and Dewayne and kids may God comfort and strengthen you & your family in the days to come.Shawn Lasiter
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 18, 2023 LaDonna & family,I’m so sorry to hear about Mr Tom. He was a wonderful man & definitely had more knowledge in mechanics than anyone I can think of. If I can do anything please let me know. I will keep you all in my prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Shawn
Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Friday, March 17, 2023 I am so very sorry to learn of Tom's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. It is hard to remember a time I didn't know him. We went to school together as kids and have been neighbors for 60 or more years. I know Miss Leta Mae and Velma are taking turns hugging him. RIP Tom. You will be missed.Teressa D Kelly
Monticello, AR Friday, March 17, 2023 Prayers for you and your family. Mr. Tom was a wonderful kind man and will be greatly missed. But he is with his love, Velma. We will see them on the other side.Jessica Dodson
Monticello, AR Friday, March 17, 2023 I Love You Papaw, Love Your Granddaughter, and Great Grandsons, Durban, Christian, & Christian. Youll Forever Be Missed & Loved ...Ladonna Dodson
Monticello, AR Friday, March 17, 2023 Daddy you was always the kindest had such a big heart loved everyone you came to meet you showed me love compassion an taught me to be the lady I am today an I owe that to you! No child could ever ask for a better father figure you taught us that money was not important an you didn't have to have big nice things an we learned to settle for what we had that you provided for us as a child I will forever love you an miss you but I know you are in a better place with God's arms embracing your sweet soul .... Love Always your Daughter Gussy❤️