Obituary of James Ferger

James “Jim” Ferger, age 83 of Beach Park, IL, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2017 at Sheridan Medical Complex in Kenosha, WI.

He was born on August 7, 1934 in Waukegan, IL, the son of the late Fred and Flora Plummer Ferger. Jim attended local schools and following high school he enlisted in the U.S. Army.

On October 1, 1966 he was united in marriage to Marti Ellis in Zion, IL.  He was employed by Abbott Laboratories as a lab tech for 35 years and was the first employee to bowl a perfect 300 game in 1965.

Surviving Jim are his loving wife of 51 years, Marti and was a beloved father and grandfather.

A private funeral service will be held for Jim at a later date. The Congdon Funeral Home 3012 Sheridan Rd. Zion, IL is assisting the family.  Please visit the online guest book at www.congdonfuneralhome.com.