Florence “Torrie” Dorothy Ferguson, 99, of Wardner, Idaho, passed away September 24, 2011 at the Mountain Valley Care & Rehabilitation of Kellogg, Idaho. She was born September 11, 1912 at Wardner, Idaho; Torrie was the daughter of Morton and Helga (Johnson) Clemets. Torrie’s father Morton, passed away when she was only two years old.
Torrie lived all of her life in Wardner; and as she would often say- “Born in Wardner, lived in Wardner and happy for it”. She attended and graduated from the Kellogg High School of Kellogg, Idaho in 1930.
Torrie married Glenn M. Ferguson on September 11, 1934 (on her birthday) at Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. Glenn passed away in 1959.
Torrie was a homemaker and mother. She had also worked at the Pik Kwik Grocery Store lunch counter of Kellogg, for many years until her retirement.
Torrie was a member of the Wardner Parent Teachers Association, a member of the Wardner Womens Benefit Association, a member of the Womens Benefit Association Past Presidents Club, a member of the Kellogg Seniors, a member of the Emmanuel Episcopal Church and the church Altar Guild.
Torrie loved and enjoyed crafts, knitting, crocheting, fishing, she kept camp for her husband and friends on elk hunting trips to the Lochsa; she also enjoyed staying at the family cabin on Flat Head Lake, attending dances at the Kellogg Elks and family events. Torrie loved and enjoyed people and would so enjoy having coffee with her neighbors- daily if possible. On her 99th birthday, Torrie was asked what her secret was to her long life and she replied “Good living and laughter”.
Torrie is survived by one son Darrell and his wife JoAnn Ferguson of Connell, Washington; three grandchildren Erin Ferguson of Prosser, Washington, Glenn and his wife Julie Ferguson of Yakima, Washington, Craig and his wife Michelle Ferguson of Everett, Washington; three great-granddaughters Kaitlin, Alexis and Grace Ferguson; four great-grandsons Bergen, Liam, Colin and Rowan Ferguson; Torrie is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, six brothers and sisters Otto Clemets, Myrtle Strom, Ruth Pinkney, Maidell Clemets, Esther Braham and Morton Clemets; one grandson Per Kristian Ferguson and one nephew Robert Strom.
Cremation was held and private family services will be held at a later date. Inurnment will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery of Kellogg, Idaho.
The family suggests that memorials may be made to the Greenwood Cemetery of Kellogg, Idaho or to the charity of the Donor’s choice.
SHOSHONE FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORY KELLOGG, IDAHO is entrusted with funeral arrangements.
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Darrell and family, please know of our sympathy in learning of your Mother's passing. She was a very special lady. -- Sherm and Lawanna Watts
Torrie and Mom are having a cup of coffee together again. -- Cindie Sawyer
Darrell, Finally your moms wait has ended. When she first went to the center she knew me and we'd visit, but past couple years whenever I'd go to her room she was sleeping. Even though she's at rest, it is still a sad time for you and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so glad you called Doris. She was so pleased. -- Jo Ann Weholt Groves
Just another chapter in the book.........I have so many great memories of hunting and fishing trips with my dad, Milo, and your folks !!!!!! My best regards, -- Alex D'Andrea
