She was born in Washington, DC, on April 14, 1943, and was lovingly raised by her grandmother, Helen Blume, and her devoted great-uncle, Frank Cunningham.
Her greatest happiness in life was her grandson and great-grandchildren, who brought her endless pride and joy.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight David Ferrell, the love of her life; her eldest daughter, Sherri Jean; our aunt, Pat Finch; and several brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her daughters, Staci Lynn Moore and Shelli Marie Harty (Jimmy); her grandson, the apple of her eye, Jack Richardson (Christina); and the lights of her life, her great-grandchildren Justin David, Charles Dwight, and Scarlett Jane Elizabeth. She is also survived by her brother, Jim Howell (Shirley); sister, Sandra Calderaro; sister-in-law, Janet King; brothers-in-law, John and Keith Ferrell; her lifelong friend, Joan Mudd; and many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.