Dusty Warren Ferrell, 46, of Granite Falls, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday April 12, 2025, at Amorem Hospice in Hudson following a brief illness.
Dusty was born on December 9, 1978, in Catawba County to Danny Warren Ferrell and Katrina Starnes Ferrell. He was a sales representative with Cintas Uniform and Workplace Supply Company.
Dusty was a devoted member of Dudley Shoals Baptist Church. He served as a Sunday school teacher, finding joy in guiding the youth. Outside of church, he thoroughly enjoyed participating in all sports involving his children, including golf, baseball and football. He spent many years coaching football, t-ball, baseball, and soccer to children of all ages at Granite Falls Recreation and South Caldwell Optimist. As an avid duck hunter, Dusty enjoyed the outdoors, soaking in God’s creations. He was very active in the community, helping out whoever and whenever there was a need. Dusty’s larger than life personality radiated throughout making him cherished by many including his children, family and friends.
Survivors include his wife of 18 years, Jessica Propst Ferrell of the home; his children, Gunner Warren Ferrell, Lawson Tate Ferrell and Piper Jane Ferrell, all of the home; his mother, Trina Starnes Ferrell of Granite Falls; his father, Danny Warren Ferrell and wife Cindy of Hickory; his sisters, Courtney Ferrell Keller of Maiden and Harli Ferrell of Hickory; his grandparents, Conley and Dorothy Starnes of Granite Falls; also surviving are numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a great-niece and nephew.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Rev. Donald and Claudette Ferrell; and his aunt, Debbie Whitener.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday April 17, 2025, at Dudley Shoals Baptist Church, with Rev. Kyle Lloyd and Rev. Tom McDonald officiating. Interment will follow in the Dudley Shoals Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Wednesday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Dudley Shoals Baptist Church.
Flowers are accepted and appreciated, or memorial contributions may be made to, Dudley Shoals Baptist Church, 1882 Dudley Shoals Road Granite Falls, N.C. 28630 and the Athletic Department at South Caldwell High School, 7035 Spartan Rd. Hudson, NC 28638 and his Children’s College Fund, 3932 Lazy River Dr. Granite Falls, NC 28630.
An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.mackiefh.com.
Mackie Funeral Service & Cremations of Granite Falls is serving the Ferrell family.
Jessica i’m very sorry for the loss of ole Dusty he was truly one of a kind. Every time i seen him i always got a hug and he told me he loved me ….. You and Gunner and Lawson and Piper are always just a call away for anything…. I love all of u and I love and miss you to Dusty .🙏🙏🙏🙏😢😢😢😢😢 Uncle Robin
Oh my friend, how my heart hurts over this news . You were not only our delivery driver, you were a friend to all & helped me out trying when I first started at ToolCraft. You will be missed! Go rest now .
Our hearts and prayers go out to Dusty’s family. Dusty was our Cintas rep for several years and we always looked forward to his visits on Thursdays. He was such a pleasure to know and always made us laugh. He talked about his wife and kids often. He will be greatly missed by many. God Bless you all.
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Dusty was one of my first friends when I came to work with him at Cintas three years ago. He was always joking and laughing and had the biggest smile on his face. Dusty always bragged about his kids and his wife. Everyday seemed like a gift and he was always there to lift me up anytime I was having a tough day I knew I could count on Dusty to make me smile. He will be forever remembered for his kindness and always willing to help anyone that needed it. Rest easy my friend! You’re already deeply missed! My prayers are with you and your family!
We were blessed to have Dusty as our route driver for our uniform service at Justice Well Drilling for several years. He was such a nice man, always willing to go the extra mile to do his job well. We will certainly miss him. Our prayers are with his family. From the testimony of his life, he loved people and he loved God. It is such a joy to know that when he stepped out of this life and into heaven he was greeted by Jesus, and heard the words, Well done thou good and faithful servant.
Someone who is cheerful, friendly, good humored, with a positive and engaging personality, who is easy to love and enjoys making others laugh and smile.
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❤️🙏 for his family and many friends.
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My deepest condolences to the family.
Dusty was our uniform man for many years. It was always a pleasure to see his smiling face. He had a fantastic personality , always laughing and enjoying life. I never questioned where his faith was, it was evident, as well as his love for his wife and children. Always quick to brag on both. I was so saddened to hear of his sickness and passing. The world is a little dimmer today.
Dusty and I went graduated high school together. He was definitely the one to make others laugh. He was a great guy and he always knew if you were having a bad day how or what to do to cheer you up. I am so very sorry for your loss. It is my prayer that God will wrap his arms around the family and comfort you as only he can.
Dusty was our uniform man for years. He was a such a pleasure to work with and always brought a smile to our face. His love for his wife and children was at the core of his existence. I was blessed to get to know him and his humor. He will be truly missed by me and the entire crew at Precision Auto Body. He and his family will be in my prayers. Wishing to God speed my friend.
You sure will be missed, you was a wonderful friend, God bless you.
So sorry for your loss!!
May God hold y’all in His loving arms!!!!
Praying for y’all!!
To the family,
I used to go to church with Dusty at Concord Baptist Church and sit on the back row. My husband, Jeff loved talking to Dusty and hunting, church stuff and talk to him at Ez way Car dealership. We want to say that we’re extremely sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you during this very sad time
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Sending love and strength for you and the family in these days to come.
Still in disbelief. You will be greatly missed, Dusty. Thank you for always bringing the fun! Your impact on many people is very apparent as one reads through the outpouring of love and support that your family is receiving. Sadly, I wish it wasn’t your time, but I know you trusted in the Lord and his timing. See you again, friend. I feel sure you’re up there (in heaven) cracking some jokes now. 🫶
With love,
The Coffin Fam
Prayers for entire family! God be with you as God guides you through this difficult journey!
Sent with Love, Peace and Is unfailing Grace!
God bless this amazing man and family. Dusty your wife, your kids, and you family and friends will always be missing something now. Missing the giant laugh, that enthusiastic roar from coach Dusty, and that Dad that was there for everything for his family. Dusty God wanted you and he welcomed you, we know your looking down and smiling because you left a leagcy in a small town that will live for many many years to come. Rest in peace my friend, The Kirby family loves you and your family.
Please remember the family is my prayers