Retired Chief Warrant Army Officer, James Luther Ferguson, of Goodview, VA, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the age of 90.

James was born in Roanoke, VA on February 19, 1931, to the late Jessie Franklin and Jennie Mae Blankenship Ferguson. James lived in Newport News for many years but returned to Roanoke in his retirement following the death of his wife, to be closer to family.

James was a retired Army veteran who served his country in the Korean War and spent multiple tours in the Vietnam War. James was also a master pilot in Panama stationed at the Panama Canal. James married the love of his life, Chun Ja Yu, in April of 1955 in Incheon, South Korea. They were happily married and would be celebrating their 67th wedding anniversary this year. James was fond of antique cars and had amassed a collection over his life. James was also an avid reader and enjoyed traveling.

Those left to cherish James' memory are his children, Jimmy L. Ferguson (Cindi), Tammie S. Williams, and Roger W. Ferguson (Lori); his grandchildren, Amber Imhoff, T.J. Ferguson, Brittaney Ann Ferguson, Christopher Williams, Kelsey Ferguson Bobek, and Ashley Ferguson Sowers; his great-grandchildren, Noah Kerby, Cruz Kerby, Daniel Imhoff, Stella Kerby, Bryce Imhoff, and Jackson Bobek; his sister Jane Elizabeth Ferguson Stevens (Kenneth); his brother Jerry F. Ferguson (Teeinna); and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by his wife Chun Ja Yu; and his brothers, Jackie B. Ferguson and Joey Lee Ferguson.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10 AM Friday, February 18, 2022 at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home, Newport News. A graveside service will follow at 11 AM on February 18th at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk.

Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home.