Thomas Furguson Sample

Thomas Eugene (OutKast) Ferguson II was born on Wednesday, December 11th 1985 to his mother, Ms. Starla Smith and his father, Thomas E. Ferguson Sr. Thomas was the first child for both parents. His father beamed with pride upon learning of his upcoming debut into the world. His mother was overjoyed and eager to be a good mother.

While Thomas' parents lovingly doted on him, Thomas was truly the apple of his Grandma Lillie's eye, so much so that she when she retired she became full time nanny/ caregiver. As a baby Tom was a delight. He was an avid thumb sucker (a habit that began in his mother’s womb). Thomas, smiled often, was a bit mischievous and hardly ever cried.

With big brown eyes, curly hair and a smile that melted hearts, Tom was the epitome of a happy baby and the light of his mother’s world. Before his first birthday Thomas and his mother moved to Jacksonville, Florida where they met Tony Echols, who embraced Thomas as his own. Over time Starla and Thomas settled into life in Florida with the Echols family. For Thomas's second birthday the Echols family took him to Walt Disney World (this is when the magic started). When Thomas turned three-years-old the family moved to Germany for three years where Tom was adored by their German neighbors in the small village.

The family returned to Jacksonville, Fl. where Thomas attended Duval County Public Schools. At the age of 10 years old Thomas

was baptized and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at Jacksonville Heights Baptist Church. As a child Thomas loved all things Disney, Tiny Tunes Adventures, Darkwing Duck and Chip and Dale. Thomas found pleasure in video gaming, technology, and spending time with his family and friends. As an adolescent, Thomas and his maternal first cousins had a strong affinity for The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and they proudly dubbed themselves Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo and Leonardo.

Thomas attended Frank H. Peterson High School and belonged to a strong community in the Westside of Jacksonville where he established countless lifelong friendships.

In April of 2006 Thomas proudly became a first time father to Queen Deavion. Tom became Queen's permanent and primary caregiver shortly before she turned oneyears-old; his grandmother, mother and sister rallied behind him in support. Thomas and Queen shared an incredible bond and a love for all things Disney. The two were annual Disney World pass holders and visited the theme park constantly throughout Queen's youth. As Tom and Queen (the dynamic duo) took on the world together as father and daughter, Thomas discovered that his highest calling was to do his best as a father and to be invested, loving and nurturing with his children and a source of positivity for all those he encountered. In July of 2008 Thomas became a father to his first son,

Zechariah Omar, who inherited Tom's love for video games. Zechariah and Thomas began playing video games together online and while a geographic separated the two remained close and enjoyed moments to bond remotely. Thomas was always eager and ecsta=c to see his son. In December of 2017 Thomas welcomed his second son, Kingsley Amir, into the world. Kingsley inherited his father’s energy, animated spirit (goofiness), charming personality, charisma and zest for life. Thomas took advantage of opportuni=es to visit Kingsley when he traveled to Jacksonville as well has weekly FaceTime visits with Kingsley. Thomas took the role of patriarch for his family seriously, he was a proud single black father first and foremost. Thomas and his mother had a very close and transparent rela=onship, she oOen told him to be real with her because she knew him completely, from when he was in her womb to the moment he took his last breath, which happened within a mere thirty minutes aOer the two shared laughter, catching up and their last meal together. Thomas was more than Starla's son, he was her best friend. She would oOen look at him lovingly and proudly declare "that's my guy."

Thomas was a fierce protector and advocate to his only liRle sister Toni Rae and filled the shoes of a father for his nephew Ray “man-man”. Within the last four years Thomas reconnected with his younger brothers, Kyle and Kellen. The renewal of the brothers' rela=onships brought Thomas immense joy. He also truly enjoyed reconnec=ng with his Ferguson Family.

Thomas was a musical connoisseur who enjoyed a wide range of genres from jazz and classical to rap and R&B. He was an avid fan of numerous ar=sts

including MF Doom, Thundercat, Kanye West, Outkast, Sade, Jay Electronica, Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, Gorillaz, Sza and Tyler the Creator.

Thomas loved having a good =me with family and friends. He delighted in grilling, cooking, aRending concerts and traveling. Tom was a movie and technology enthusiast and enjoyed a lengthy professional career at Game Stop, Best Buy and Amazon. In January of 2022, Thomas accepted an offer to work for Piedmont/American Airlines. He was ecsta=c to launch a career in the airline industry but before he had the opportunity to do so God chose to give him permanent wings so he could fly. He will con=nue to soar in our hearts and memories forevermore.

Thomas was proceeded in death by his maternal grandparents Lillie and Raymond; his paternal grandparents Selma and Walter; his niece Remy.

His passing has leO an irreplaceable void for his 3 young children: Queen, Zechariah and Kingsley; May God be with them in =mes when they need a father most. LeO to treasure Thomas’s memory: his mother Starla; father Thomas; father Tony; Grandma Melinda; Sister Toni Rae; brothers Kyle and Kellen; His nephew RaDerick “Man-Man”; His Step-Father David C. Smith; Aunts: Pam, Ruth, Carla (Billy) AndraneRa “NeRa Boo”, Linda (David), Dedra (Elvis); Uncles: Demetrius (Jacque), Clarence ( A n g i e ) , P a u l ( P a y t o n ) , Wa l t e r, L a m a r “Tygir” (Katherine) and Shawn (Shere) and Vincent (MareRe). Lastly, missing Thomas will be numerous cousins; an en=re community of wonderful friends who loved him dearly from Duval County /Jacksonville, Florida to OKC.

Order of Services Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 12 noon Church of the Living God Ministries 1445 NE 50th St. • Oklahoma City, OK 73111 Officiating – Pastor Kenneth Morgan

Processional Musical Selection Prayer

Evangelist Donna Gabriel Old and New Testament Rev. Mark Morgan

Silent Reading of the Obituary Musical Selection Sis. Evelyn Morgan

Words of Comfort

Pastor Kenneth Morgan Recessional and Parting View Music Playing

Acknowledgements

Thank you to everyone for praying, keeping us lifted in thoughts. The acts of kindness haven’t went unnoticed. If you had the opportunity to personally know Thomas, then you have an idea of how deeply our lives are forever changed by no longer having his smile, his loving energy and charismatic spirit in our presence any longer. Please take the time to love those you love … for the next moment is not promised nor ours to control.

May the Lord be with you … And we love you!!

Our Son

Thomas, you will always be my first love, my guy! I don’t know what I will do without you here to help me take over the world. My ride or die! Until I see you again … rest well sweetheart!

Love Mom Today we are putting my son’s body in the ground and asking God to give him rest in heaven alongside our other family members. I love you son and will miss you and the jokes coming from that smile of yours. Trust that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN in my heart and mind. Thank you God for his 36 years with us, it was a blessing.

Love, Dad Thomas Sr.

I Love You and will miss you,

Love Dave

Our Father Dad, you were the BEST PARENT, we could have ever ask for. He was more than a cool dad, he was an example of a good man, father and superhero. He brought laughter, joy and happiness to everyone he interacted with throughout his life. Dad, Kingsley, Zechariah and I really appreciate you for being the best father you could be and showing us what a real man is supposed to look like.

Love, Queen, Zech and Kingsley.

Our Brother Hey Tom Tom, you were my first friend and you were supposed to be my last friend. I love you!

Love Toni Rae

Our Uncle Uncle Tom, man I love you a bunch. You were and still are a great father figure us better than my own father. In my life I have had obstacles you always stuck on my side. Well you are the best uncle I could as for, you were also really kind and caring to my big sister Remy, your niece… Thank you for making her smile and laugh and

I love you Uncle Tom, forever Ray (and Remy)

Pallbearers Markin Barnes Johnnie Myers II Kamdon Day

Honorary Pallbearers RaDerick “Man-Man” Jackson II Simeon Weinraub Billy “Tre” Campbell III Antonio Milton Jeremy Brewer Vincent Carter II Eric “E.J” Smith Royce Holliday Jesse Rotramel Alex Tillman Rod Ferguson William Bredemeyer

Flowers Bearers

Clarece Campbell Weinraub Andria Campbell Bredemeyer Tia Lewis Brandi Williams Sydney Williams

David Williams II Quy Mai Clarence “Shu” Campbell II

Jarvis R Rolfe Nicholas I. W. Campbell Brian “Geno” Campbell Kenny Goddard Joshua Semmions Chris Brewer David C. Smith Travis Woodard-Dowel Jr. Christian Kiefer Willie “Aquarius” Collins George Jacobs Jr.

Christian Lewis Brittani Lewis Nahkia R Newton Candace Campbell Hill Holly Campbell

Honorary Flower Bearers Jameela Alexander Valencia Carter Charlotte Sutton Reginna Woodard Camille Rolfe Austin Tiana E. Smith

Victoria Jones Fatima Dione Jerica Whatley Maya Rose-Fountain Terri Lindsay

Burial

Repast

Hillcrest Memory Gardens 12813 NE 50th St. Spencer, OK 73084

The Montellano Event Center 11200 N. Eastern Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73131 ** Directly following committal**