James Ross Ferguson, age 44, passed away on September 9th, 2022 in Oak Grove, Missouri. Ross was born in Baytown, Texas, to Carol and Edward “Ed” Ferguson who preceded him in death. He leaves behind his daughter, Reese Ferguson (2), and her mother Rachel Kilmer of Oak Grove, MO, his sister Amy Ferguson (Dave Kubala) of Hurst, TX, stepmother Debbie Ferguson of Baytown, TX, stepsister Allera Porter (Mark) of Houston, TX, stepbrother Zach Hall (Grayson) of Mont Belvieu, TX and nieces and nephews James and Luke Kubala, Madison and Hunter Porter, and Carter and Blaire Hall. Additionally, Ross is survived by many extended in-laws in Missouri, the Linsenbardt family of Mont Belvieu, TX, and friends scattered throughout the country.
After graduating from Barbers Hill High School in 1996, Ross pursued his secondary education at the University of Colorado Boulder. Upon earning a degree in journalism, he embarked on a career working in local news. Ross worked in Kearney, NE, North Platte, NE, Jacksonville, FL, and was a proud member of the team at KMBC-TV in Kansas City, MO for the past 6 years. In addition to his passion for video storytelling, Ross loved all things technology, cooking, snowboarding, and the Denver Broncos.
Ross will be remembered as a loyal friend, caring family member, and devoted father with an unforgettable laugh.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family asks to please donate to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF.org) in his name.
A public memorial service will be held Thursday, September 15th at 1:00pm, Second Baytown,6227 N Main Baytown, TX 77521. For those not able to attend the service, cards with memories of Ross to be shared with his daughter in the future may be mailed to Reese Ferguson, care of Debbie Ferguson P.O. Box 2144 Baytown, TX 77521.
Obituary submitted by family.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO 816-847-4441