Gunter, Texas -- Kenneth Wayne Ferguson from Gunter (Farmington), Texas passed from this life into his heavenly rest on August 12, 2015 in Sherman, Texas. Kenny was born on March 16, 1948 in Sherman, Texas. He attended Howe schools until graduation in 1966. He served our country in the U.S. Army early after graduation. Later, he was employed by Johnson and Johnson in Sherman for over 30 years as a mechanic.

Kenny loved spending his time with his family, grandkids mostly. He also enjoyed working outside despite a devastating spinal cord injury 6 years ago. Kenny never met a stranger, although he never did have much to say. When he spoke, you better listen.

Kenny is survived by his wife, Genece, of Gunter, mother, Irene Ferguson of Collinsville, TX, sons Brian Ferguson and wife, Jamie of Commerce, TX and Michael Ferguson of Gunter, TX. He is also survived by his daughter, Brandi Polnac and husband, Michael of Gunter, TX. Kenny loved all of his family, but grandkids truly were the lights of his life. Braden and Morgan Ferguson of Whitehouse, TX, Kevin Horn and Abby Rhodes of Commerce, TX, Bayli and Ashlyn Wood of Gunter, TX, Tyler Polnac currently serving our country in South Korea and Colby Polnac of Mesquite, TX. Also one great-granddaughter, Kenzi Wood of Gunter, TX., and very special niece and nephew Teri, and Terry Calhoun.

He was preceded in death by his father Charlie Ferguson; a sister, Joann Ferguson; a brother Sonny Ferguson.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 17, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Scoggins Funeral Home in Van Alstyne, Texas with Chris Campbell officiating.  Burial will follow at the Van Alstyne Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Scoggins Funeral Home Sunday, August 16, 2015 6:00-8:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Dean Campbell, Stan Pullum, Bruce Elvington, Braden Ferguson, Michael Polnac, and Jose Ledezma.

Funeral services are under the direction of Scoggins Funeral Home and Crematory, 637 W. Van Alstyne Parkway Van Alstyne Texas 75495.