November 8, 2008
Canadice: Tim Fergerson, 66, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his life partner of 48 years, Arlan “Lan” Cady, mother Norma Fergerson, father Chester Fergerson. He is survived by his brother Terry Fergerson, nieces Darcy and Elisabeth, nephew Jesse Fergerson, uncle Stanley Fergerson, aunt Janet Jaquay, numerous cousins, and many dear and devoted friends.

Tim was a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), and an Assistant Professor of Art at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID) at RIT where he developed and directed the first NTID Art Gallery. Tim was an active member of the Genesee Valley Antique Dealers Association and a certified appraiser. He was a partner in Canadice Farm Antiques and House DiChristopher Design, served on the Boards of Sonnenberg Gardens and the Corn Hill Historical Preservation Association, and belonged to the Honeoye, NY Chamber of Commerce. In addition, Tim was a member of the Fabric Workers Union and the Bristol Hills Players. For many years he was an active member of the Rochester Memorial Art Gallery and served as co-chair of the Art and Antiques segment of the annual Channel 21 Auction. Tim will be lovingly remembered for the creative energy and artistic talent he brought to every aspect of his life.

A celebration of Tim’s life will be held Saturday, December 6, 2008, at 1:00 PM at St. Luke’s and St. Simon Cyrene, 17 South Fitzhugh Street, Rochester, NY.

Donations may be made in Tim’s memory to the Humane Society at Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450. For further information or to send a condolence please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com