Gerald Vernon Ferguson was born in Green Cove Springs, Florida, on January 17th, 1961. He was the second son to Alma Ferguson and younger brother to Patrick Abernathy. They resided in Florida before moving west to Coronado, California, with his aunt and uncle, Justine and William Wilson. In California, Gerald began his education in the San Diego City Schools. He attended Logan Elementary, Hale Jr. High, and graduated from Lincoln High School.
After high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served as a Craftsman on the USS Fletcher. Upon his discharge, he worked several labor jobs throughout San Diego. He had an undeniable work ethic. His passion for music and God given abilities as a natural artist was apparent to those around him. He possessed an uncanny ability to sketch lifelike portraits and an incredible talent to create the most eloquent poems.
Gerald was baptized in March of 2009, and he would continue to express his gratitude of God through his art. He would rap about God and God’s goodness and grace to all who listened to him. Next to God and his beloved mother, Alma, Gerald openly expressed his love for his children Jamar and Marquisha. Gerald would say they were his greatest blessings. He bragged about them and his grandchildren every chance he had. Gerald also spoke dearly of his long-time friend and love Kimberly. He shared how blessed he had been to find a mate that truly understood him and had a passion for music similar to his.
Despite the good times and difficult trials of life, Gerald tried so very hard to stay connected to his loved ones. He finished every call and voice message with an “I love you.”
Sadly, Gerald was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 23rd, 2024.
Gerald is proceeded in death by his father Joseph Crittenden Jr. and mother Alma F. Crittenden of San Diego.
He leaves behind his son Jamar Ferguson (San Diego), daughter Marquisha Ferguson (San Diego), siblings; Patrick Abernathy (Sun City, AZ), Peter Ferguson (Peoria, AZ), Jennifer Forney (El Mirage, AZ), Ericka Kowall (Peoria, AZ), and Leanna Crittenden (Glendale, AZ), grandchildren; Amaya Ferguson, Amariana Ferguson, and Royal T. Williams, along with a host of cousins, family, and friends.
