James Lionel Ferguson III, a 39-year-old male from Nebo, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on August 16, 2014. He was a native of McDowell County and the son of Gracie Ferguson of Marion and the late James Lionel Ferguson Jr. Ferguson's death was a result of a shooting incident that occurred at a home on Blunt Way in Nebo. The circumstances surrounding the shooting were under investigation by local authorities.
Following the incident, a man named Johnson was charged with the murder of James Lionel Ferguson III. The investigation into the shooting continued as detectives worked to uncover the details that led to the tragic event. Ferguson's death left a significant impact on his family and the community, as he was remembered fondly by his loved ones.
Ferguson was cremated, and his ashes were given to his family or friends. A memorial service was held at Catawba Heights Baptist Church, where he was a member. The service was followed by a reception, and in lieu of flowers, donations were made to the church's Fellowship Hall Fund. Ferguson is survived by his children, Kaylee Starr Ferguson of Marion, Silas E. Walker of Old Fort, and Chance Lionel Ferguson of Marion, as well as his sister, Dawn Ferguson of Bristol, Tennessee, and niece, Danielle Buckner of Bristol, Tennessee.
The investigation into Ferguson's death continued to unfold, with authorities seeking to understand the motives and circumstances that led to the shooting. The community of Nebo and Ferguson's family awaited justice for the tragic loss of a beloved father, son, and brother.
