David W. Ferries, Jr.

March 25, 2016

McAllen - David W. Ferries, Jr., 86, of McAllen, Texas went to be with The Lord on Friday, March 25, 2016, at Arbor View Nursing Center of Edinburg, Texas. He is survived by his wife Carmen Ferries of McAllen and by their three sons; John, James (Monica), and Joseph. Survivors also include two grandchildren; Gwendolyn Ferries and Ryan Ferries; and numerous family members and friends. David was a former U.S. Marine and served in the Armed Forces for 20 years. He dutifully served his country in both the Korean and Vietnam wars as both a non-commissioned officer and as a full Captain. He was completely devoted to his faith and his family. He was a loving, caring, and generous husband, father, and grandfather. He guided his children and grandchildren by leading by example. He faithfully served the school systems for thirty years as a masterful science teacher and an elementary school counselor. He contended that all challenges and adversities in life could be overcome through resolute faith in God and prayer. His trust in God remained steadfast. He always counseled his children and grandchildren to be the best that they could be. He consistently advised all our family members to be morally and religiously steadfast. He would always recommend the family to never compromise the most rudimentary and firm Catholic principles that he trusted. He was an excellent sports enthusiast. He enjoyed football, baseball, and basketball. He always went out of his way to make his guests feel welcome as they enjoyed watching football or baseball games on television. He was a strong, amazing, and heroic man. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Viewing will be held on Thursday, March 31, 2016 from 5:00pm-8:00pm at Kreidler Funeral Home in McAllen. An official mass will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 1, 2016 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in McAllen. Interment will follow at 1 p.m. at the Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery in Mission, Texas. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in McAllen.