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Della Clemons Ferguson, age 71, of Mt. Sterling, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, KY. with her family around her. Della was born June 16, 1954, in Jackson, KY to the late Columbus and Ida Mae Dunn Clemons. Della was a beloved member of her community, known for her kindness and generosity to all who knew her. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, creating cherished memories that will be treasured forever. Della worked at Goodwill for many years. She was blessed with 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren that she loved to spoil. She was a member of the Full Gospel Word of God church.
Della is survived by her loving husband, Jackie Lyn Ferguson, Sr. of Mt. Sterling; her daughter Melinda (Jason) Messer of Mt. Sterling; her son Sammy Ferguson of Mt. Sterling; 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; 2 brothers: Ison Clemons of Mt. Sterling and William Mills of Means; 2 sisters: Jean Daulton of Somerset and Lou Mills of Virginia Beach.
Besides her parents, Della was preceded in death by 1 son Jackie L. Ferguson, Jr.
Funeral services will be on Monday, December 15 at 1:00 p.m. at Herald & Stewart Home For Funerals. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m. Officiating is Allen Ratliff.
Burial to follow at Ferguson East Fork Cemetery in Menifee, KY.
Pall Bearers: Sammy Ferguson, Dylan Morrison, Dustin Ferguson, Ashton Messer, Travis McCoy, Jackson Ferguson.
Funeral services entrusted to the care of Herald & Stewart Home For Funerals, 1002 Woodford Drive, Mt. Sterling, KY 40353
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