Jodi D. Ferguson Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jodi Darlene Ferguson, age 59, passed away on June 2, 2021. Jodi was born on December 12, 1961 in Tacoma, WA to Larry and Karen Gordier. The family moved to Michigan when Jodi was a child and made their home in Oxford. She was a graduate of Oakland Christian School in Auburn Hills. Jodi loved flowers and had a "green thumb". In her earlier years she worked in the greenhouses and helped to manage the offices at Bordines and Goldner-Walsh. Jodi later started her own lawn care and landscaping business and could be seen most days with her socks and shoes stained green from weed whipping all summer long. After retiring from landscaping, she applied her business knowledge and strong work ethic as a trusted executive assistant covering many roles including bookkeeper, sales person, logistics, and all around problem solver. Whether for work or with family, Jodi made the time to support others when they needed it most. Jodi enjoyed traveling, especially to the south west of the United States. The southwestern motif and bright colors were a constant influence in her home and style. Her friends and family knew her as someone who was always fashionable, with fun and unique accessories for all occasions. She also loved having unique pets. In the last several years she fell in love caring for their tortoises Shelly, Amy, and Loki. Jodi was the loving wife of Samuel Cartagena. Former spouse to Scott Ferguson. Beloved mother of sons Aaron (Alyssa) Ferguson and Alex Ferguson. Cherished Daughter of Larry (Debra) Gordier and the late Karen Gordier. Dear sister of Tammy (Adam) Waymaster and Brenda (Michael) Weingartz. Adored granddaughter of Sadie (the late Russ) Montagna. Also survived by a niece and many nephews. Visitation Wednesday 2 pm until time of funeral, 4 pm at Wm. Sullivan and Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the family on their GoFundMe page are appreciated, .

Jodi D. Ferguson

December 12, 1961 - June 2, 2021