In Memoriam: Robert W. Ferrell, III (1956-2024)

Robert W. Ferrell, III, a former member of the Lycoming Law Association, died September 13, 2024.

Obituary:

Robert W. Ferrell, III, 67, a lifelong resident of Picture Rocks, PA, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, at UPMC Williamsport Divine Providence.

Born September 26, 1956, in Muncy, Pa., Bob was the son of the late Robert Ferrell, Jr. and Lorma (Egli) Ferrell. He was a 1974 graduate of Hughesville High School, and received his B.S. from the Pennsylvania State University in 1979. Bob then went on to the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, where he earned his J.D. in 1982. He previously was employed by the Lycoming County District Attorney’s Office for 30 years, serving as first assistant district attorney prior to his retirement.

Aside from his career, Bob was passionate about Penn State football and golden retrievers, including his latest beloved dog, Pip. Additionally, he had a love for and encyclopedic knowledge of history, especially the U.S. Civil War, and often was asked to speak to local groups on that topic. He also was an active member of the Picture Rocks Lions Club.

Bob is survived by two sisters, Susan (David) Troller, of Terrace Park, OH, and Sharon (David) Ketchen of Opelika, AL: one niece, Katharine (Christopher) Bond; and two nephews, Andrew (Heather) and Robert Troller. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his brother, William Ferrell.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at McCarty- Thomas Funeral Home, 557 E. Water St. Hughesville, Pa. Friends may call from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. A private burial at Picture Rocks Cemetery will take place at a later date.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Lycoming County SPCA.