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1986

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2022

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Vernon Ferrell Obituary

Vernon Edward Ferrell died unexpectedly at the age of 35, in Durango, CO. Vern was born on June 25, 1986 to Melodie Tomford and Renn Ferrell in Durango, CO. After graduating from Durango High School, he started work in various trades throughout Durango, most notably being Durango Roofing, Hermosa Ironworks, 4 Corners Roofing, "The Mountain" and most recently he was the manager of the Lone Pine Mobile Park. His pride and joy in life however, was his family. He met the "Love of his life " in 2008, after their marriage in 2011 Vern and Anna were blessed with 4 children: Evelyn, Tristan and Jasmine with the 4th being due in June of 2022. Vern lived the Durango spirit fully and took great pride in sharing his hobbies and interests with his wife, children, family and friends: snowboarding, camping, fishing, gardening, hunting, and woodwork, to name just a few. Vern's smile, friendly and helping attitude touched the lives of so many, he will be missed beyond measure.

Vern was proceeded in death by his Grandparents; Jack and Bonnie Ferrell and Mother Melodie Addington (Tomford). He is survived by his wife, children, father, and brothers Robert Chalfont and Rj Ferrell.

There will be a graveside burial service at Greenmount Cemetery on Saturday, February 5th, 2022 at 10am, followed by a reception for family and friends at James Kennedy's house, 290 Kirk Lane Durango, from 12pm to 3pm.

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Published by Pine River Times on Jan. 31, 2022.

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Alice Flores

June 8, 2024

He was a great man I was best friends with his daughter for years he always had a welcomeing vibe

Ashley Addington

February 25, 2022

Love you brother!! Will miss that smiling face! See you in the other side!

Marie-France

February 8, 2022

Dear RJ and family, please accept our sincere condolences. Mark and Marie-France

Lee and Lori Large

February 7, 2022

This was such a shock. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Our daughter grew up with Vern. God bless you all.

jack bean

February 1, 2022

So sorry for loss. I remember him growing up he was full of joy.

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Memorial Gathering

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

James Kennedy's house

290 Kirk Lane, Durango, CO

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Graveside service

10:00 a.m.

Greenmount Cemetery

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1261 East 3rd Avenue, Durango, CO 81301

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