Roy Andrew Ferland

Roy Andrew Ferland, 78, of Bluffton, SC passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

Roy was born August 9, 1947 in St. Albans, VT to the late Benoit Ferland and Rita Levesque Ferland. After completing high school at Bellows Free Academy in St. Albans, VT; Roy received a Bachelor’s Degree from Husson College in Bangor, ME. In 1969, he joined the U.S. Army and proudly served in the Vietnam War.

Following his time in the Army, for a short time Roy attended Seminary where he deepened his faith and commitment to serving others. Though he felt drawn toward ministry, he discerned that his true vocation was marriage and family life. While working at a community hospital in St. Albans, Roy met Katherine “Kathy” Devarney at whom would become his wife of 46 years.

Roy enjoyed a career of 32 years at the University of Vermont before his retirement in 2012. Upon retirement, he and Kathy chose the Low Country as their home. A devout Catholic, he volunteered his time at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, as well as with Sun City Safety and Service. He also continued his commitment to giving by participating in the Red Cross platelet donor program in both Vermont and South Carolina. Beyond his service, Roy cherished the many opportunities he had to travel with his family, creating lasting memories together.

In addition to his wife, Roy is survived by his son, Tyler Ferland (Devon); daughters, Erin Ferland and Emily Tesh (Corey Culp); brother, Ronald Ferland (Vielka); sister, Joan Earnhart (George); and grandchildren, Wesley, Jackson, Tucker, Carson, Madeleine, and Parker.

A memorial mass will be held at 10:30 am, Friday, September 12, 2025 at Saint Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 31 St. Gregory Dr., Bluffton.