Ann Ferry

November 4, 1924 - December 1, 2019

Ann Marie Ferry, age 95 of Newark, Delaware, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019. Ann was born on November 4, 1924 in Miami, Florida to the late Arthur and Evelyn (Bowe) Knowles.

Ann was a great lady and polite individual. She was well liked by all and will be remembered for her kind soul. Her late husband, Robert Leo Ferry, Sr. founded Rent It, Inc., which was Delaware’s first rental tool business. She was extremely proud of her involvement in helping him run their company. Ann enjoyed playing golf and was a member of the Newark Country Club. She was also an enthusiastic Bridge player.

Ann is survived by her son, Robert Leo Ferry, Jr. and his wife, Sandra. Her grandchildren: Devin R. Ferry, Dean E. Ferry (Kristen Reedy) and Jessica Nixon (Michael). Her great-grandchildren: Natalie Reedy Ferry, Alexander Reedy Ferry, Elliott Reedy Ferry, Griffin Reedy Ferry, Connor James Nixon and Ella Claire Nixon.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Robert Leo Ferry, Sr. and sons: Randell D. Ferry, Russell A. Ferry and Roger A. Ferry.

Cremation was private. Services will be held at a later date. Please check back for further details. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to “New Beginnings Church” and sent in care of R. T. Foard & Jones Funeral Home, 122 West Main Street, Newark, Delaware 19711.

Ann Marie Ferry, age 95 of Newark, Delaware, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019. Ann was born on November 4, 1924 in Miami, Florida to the late Arthur and Evelyn (Bowe) Knowles. Ann was a great lady and polite individual. She was well liked by all and will be remembered for her kind soul. HerContinue Reading

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Dear Bobby, I am so sadden to hear of our dear Annie's passing. She was such a good person, especially handling the losses of her children and husband. It has been comforting to know that she had you taking care of her the last years of her life. One of my fondest memories I have is of Annie pregnant with you and me pregnant with my daughter Barbara and the summer heat was so intense we would try to get any relief possible. One of your Mom's specialties was chocolate pie. We would sit out in the back yard of the castle house(what everyone in Newark knew it by)on North Chapel St. and eat chocolate pie and drink glasses of ice tea. She was such a good soul and found good in everyone. She and I were close and although I had not seen her for awhile I will miss her. RIP Annie. Cousin Emily

I am very saddened for your loss, may she Rest In Peace.

Dear Bob. I read about the loss of your mother today, Dec 14, on Facebook and was saddened and sympathetic knowing how much she meant to you. I remember her well though only met her a few times. I am sorry over missed opportunities to see and play music with each other when you were down this way visiting her while she was still living in Brookside. And here I was in southern Newark from the 70s to the present. At least we did connect when your brother Randy passed, so I will look to see if any sort of memorial will be held here in Delaware. Bob, I can't imagine being the only one of your family's generation still alive, much less imagine how hard it must have been for your mom to have so many loved ones and children pass before her. Thanks to you and Sandy, I'm sure she enjoyed being close to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren before leaving this world. My sincere love and condolences go out to you and the family.

May fond memories of your mother bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. My most sincere condolences to you.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.