Alma Clayton Ferguson

She is survived by her husband of 61 years, James Wilburn Ferguson; a daughter, Sandra F. Kent (Steven); grandsons, Will, Ross and Win Kent; a brother, John Clayton, Jr. (Nell); her dear friend "Texas daughter," Adair Foust; and her nieces and nephews.

Alma resided in Richmond, Va. in her younger years and was employed as Secretary to the Chief of Medicine at McGuire Hospital. After marrying James Ferguson in 1952 and moving to Charlotte County, Va., Alma became an extraordinary homemaker and community volunteer. She served on the boards of the Red Cross, United Fund, and the Charlotte County Free Library Board of Trustees. She was active in the Cullen Baptist Church where she taught for many years and worked for the Rescue Squad and Cancer Society. After moving back to Richmond with her husband in 2000, Alma became a member of Winfree Memorial Baptist Church and enjoyed her friendships she developed there. Alma was an avid bridge player and organized card games in her neighborhood. She enjoyed gardening, music, needlework, painting, and beach vacations. She passionately loved her family and relationships with her grandsons and ingrained precious memories of her life.

Family will receive friends from 4 to 6pm, Friday, December 27, at the Huguenot Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Rd, Midlothian. Services will be held at 1pm, Saturday, December 28, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Alma has requested in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Winfree Memorial Baptist Church or a charity of your choice. Condolences at: www.woodyfuneralhome