William Leon Ferrell, Jr.

William (Bill) Leon Ferrell Jr., 80, of Brunswick, Maryland passed from this life on Saturday, May 2, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.

He was the beloved husband of the late Cynthia Diane Ferrell.

Born on October 8, 1945 in Brunswick, MD, he was the only son of the late W. Leon Ferrell, Sr. and D. Lorraine Ferrell. The family resided on 3rd Avenue.

A 1964 graduate of Brunswick High School, Bill served in the United States Army Reserves from 1968 until 1971.

Bill devoted his life to the craft of carpentry, taking great pride in his work as a skilled and dedicated craftsman. Throughout the years, he contributed to the building and care of many homes in his hometown of Brunswick, and he generously shared his talents by completing projects for family and friends, always willing to lend a hand. He later served as a master carpenter at the National Institutes of Health for 26 years, where his exemplary workmanship and professionalism earned him numerous service awards and commendations. Among his many accomplishments, he was especially proud of his contributions to The Children's Inn at NIH, where his work helped support children and families in need.

Bill was known for his warm and friendly nature, forming lifelong friendships and making new friends wherever he went. He had a quick wit and a great sense of humor, bringing laughter and ease to those around him. Over the years, he faced many challenges, including defying the odds against lung cancer, but he met every trial with courage, resilience, and an unwavering positive attitude.

He is survived by his loving children, Daniel William Ferrell and his wife, Missy; Crystal Mae Eastham and her husband, Sheldon; and Billy Joe Ferrell and his wife, Stephanie. He leaves behind his cherished grandchildren who each brought him great joy, Novalee Deimler, Julia Ferrell, William Ferrell, Bethany Payne, Elizabeth Ferrell, Rebecca Ferrell, Carly Eastham, Bryant Payne, and Danielle Ferrell, as well as a step-grandchild, Noel Eastham, and her daughters, Rylee and Lorelai. Bill is also survived by his dear sisters, Patricia Williams, Sue Minnick and husband, Ted, Nancy Piper and partner, Ray Lucas, and Debra Ferrell; along with many nieces and nephews whom he loved very much.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at Stauffer Funeral Homes, P.A., 1100 North Maple Avenue in Brunswick, MD.

A celebration of Bill’s life journey will take place at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026 at Stauffer Funeral Homes, P.A., North Maple Avenue in Brunswick, MD. The Reverend Tim May will officiate. Interment will follow at the Jefferson Reformed Cemetery in Jefferson, MD.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages that gifts be made in Bill’s memory to The Children’s Inn at NIH - 7 West Drive Bethesda, MD 20814 or at https://childrensinn.org/.

Expressions of sympathy may be offered to the family at StaufferFuneralHome.com.