He was born on August 27, 1940 in Livingston, Texas. He graduated from Livingston High School, where he played coronet in the band, sung in a doo-wop trio with friends, and was awarded in 1958 the title of "Mr. Livingston High School."
After high school, Ferral joined his father's oil-field construction company Chessher & Sutton based in Village Mills, where he had worked since he was a boy. A man of ambition and big ideas, he expanded his father's business to Beaumont, creating a thriving second location for the company and increasing profits notably. In the last decades of his life, he transitioned his talent as a salesman and his love of cars (in particular Lincoln Continentals) to Ford Motor Company. He worked at several dealerships in the area and earned many awards for his sales achievements.
Known for his dapper style, his sense of humor, and his propensity to sing loudly to the radio when Elvis, the Big Bopper, or Hank Williams came on, Ferral made friends easily. He was generous with his time and money, willing to listen and always willing to help anyone who reached out. He was an enthusiastic champion of his children and his granddaughter, and they appreciated his support, counsel, and love.
Ferral is predeceased by his twin brother Gerral and brother Richard; his mother and father, Verna and Weaver; and his son Jason. He is survived by his brother Ronnie; his son Michael; his daughter Melissa; his granddaughter Emily (Sam); and his nephew Reagan (Catherine). His children thank those who showed him great kindness in his last years: Earlene and Robert Allison, Barbara Dover, and Brenda Hadnot.
No formal services will be conducted per Ferral's wishes. His children hope everyone who knew him will celebrate his life in their own way (maybe with a few good stories over a great meal). His family will celebrate his life in a memorial ceremony this summer.
Condolences(7)
Lisa Weeks Cavazos
Houston, TX Saturday, June 12, 2021 So sorry to hear about the loss of Ferral. He and his family were always special to my dad. You're in our thoughts and prayers, as we know what you're going through.Lisa Weeks Cavazos
Houston, TX Saturday, June 12, 2021 So sorry to hear about Ferral. He and family were very special to my father. I know what you're going through. Prayers for all of you.Janet Gaston
Bryan, TX Thursday, May 6, 2021 So very sorry to hear about Ferrell! My condolences to his family!John E. McCormick
Needville, TX Tuesday, May 4, 2021 Our condolences to the Ferral Chessher family. I had known Ferral from his early childhood while both our families lived in Schwab City, Texas. As teenagers Ferral and my brother, Harold and myself worked together in the oil field construction company, owned by Ferral's father.Lots of good memories of Ferral and his family.+
JOHN MCCORMICK AND FAMILY
Harold McCormick
Sugar Land, TX Tuesday, May 4, 2021 I grew up with Ferral and Gerral and have many good memories of playing ball , riding horses, swimming in local creeks, and going to the old Schwab City Baptist church that was right next to their house.Harold McCormick
Brenda Foster
Hillister, TX Tuesday, May 4, 2021 I will miss you we loved you but God loved you more .Mr Chesser Enjoy your mansion God has prepared for you.One of the blessings God placed in my life.RIP.Ronnie and Ella Marie Chessher
Beaumont, TX Tuesday, May 4, 2021 Michael, Melissa and Emily,Our deepest condolences for the loss of your father and grandfather. We enjoyed all the times we spent with family around the pool with everyone.