Richard Louis Ferris

Richard Louis Ferris, age 77, of Lilburn Georgia passed away on Wednesday May 4, 2016. He is preceded in death by his brother Norman Pyett and his sister Annette Brautigan. He is survived by his wife Vicki Ferris, daughters Melissa Wilson, Natalie Ferris her husband Calvin Wilson, Christine "Scooter" Ferris , grandchildren Jessica Wilson, Richard Wilson, Faith Watson, Joshua Ferris, Loren Grissom, Elin Roland, AnnMarie Roland , Kristine Roland, great grandchildren Dylan Wilson, Bryce Wilson, Joshua Ferris, Isabelle Ferris, David Ferris and Jalyn Cody.Richard was a retired Marine with 20 years of service to this great country. A 40 year resident of Lilburn and was very active in the community. He had a very talented eye for photography and captured many amazing images along with many unforgettable memories. His fantastic woodworking talents only paled in comparison to the wizard he was at computers. The absence of his compassion, ever listening ear and generosity will leave a terrible void not only in our community but also in our hearts. A Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church, 5373 Wydella Rd. Lilburn, GA. The family with gather for a Rosary at 10:30am before the service. Interment will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the St. Stephen the Martyr Building Fund. You may contact the church at 770-381-4788 for any help you need. Online condolences can be expressed at www.wagesandsons.com