John D. Ferguson ’74 PhD

John D. Ferguson ’74 PhD, of Oxford, Ohio; July 28. After graduating from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute he worked as a chemical engineer and held several patents. He later attended Brown and upon graduation was a professor of economics for 35 years at Miami University, retiring as chair of the economics department. He coauthored a book examining the economic causes and historic consequences of the Great Depression. Active in his Oxford community, he served as Junior Warden at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, coached youth athletics, and enjoyed playing golf with his son. He is survived by his wife, Agnes; three daughters, including Nancy Ferguson ’90; a son; two grandchildren; and a sister and brother-in-law.