- FERGUSON, Alma U. 87, of Tampa, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 12, 2011, at her home with family at her side. Preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Thomas E. Ferguson Sr.; brother, Stanley Underwood and grandson James E. Webb. She is survived by daughters, Carol E. Thomas of Acworth, GA, Dorothy I. Ferguson of Tampa, Cindy M. Woodruff and husband Michael of Gainesville; son, Thomas E. Ferguson Jr. and wife Carol Jean of Marietta, GA; five sisters, Helen, Clara, Ann, Jean, Elaine; four grandchildren, Christopher Thomas, Brian Thomas, Chris Woodruff and Kate Ferguson Koulouris and two great-grandchildren, James George Koulouris and Ryan Everett Thomas. Alma was strong in her faith in God, and dedicated a lifetime of service to the United Methodist Church, holding many leadership roles in the United Methodist Women, Youth Group, Choir and Sunday School groups. She volunteered faithfully as a Girl Scout Leader as well as many other charitable organizations, and was a Precinct Clerk in local election polls for over 25 years. The family will receive friends at 2 pm Wednesday, June 15, 2011, in the Chapel of Hillsboro Memorial Funeral Home 2323 W. Brandon Blvd. Brandon, FL 33511 with the funeral service at 3 pm. Interment will follow the service on the grounds of Hillsboro Memorial Gardens with family, friends are welcome to attend. Alma was forever inspired by the beauty and comforting power of God's Garden here on earth. All floral arrangements and donations will be lovingly accepted and shared with LifePath Hospice, "Making the Most of a Life Well Lived." Memorial contributions to Florida UMC Children's Home are also welcomed. Hillsboro Memorial
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