Lori Denise Mozingo

Mrs. Lori Denise (Ferguson) Mozingo, age 61, of Mobile, Alabama passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Lori was born on August 13, 1958, in Tampa, Florida to Connie and Arthur Edward Ferguson. Lori grew up in Mobile, Alabama and married the love of her life, John Mozingo on April 28, 1984. Although Lori and John never had children of their own they were like parents to their many nieces and nephews, and countless children in the childhood ministry at Cottage Hill Baptist Church, and all the doggies they took care of in their dog sitting business. Their lives touched many people in such positive ways. Lori had a heart as big as Texas and a smile that could light up any room. It’s been said, she had her own glitter. She could make anything sparkle. Her personality was vibrant and she loved to wear beautiful colors. That love of color and perfect matching, and attention to design, spilled over to her precisely decorated Christmas trees, table settings, and the Lifeway Christian Bookstore window displays she created. Lori was always the same, never too busy for a quick chat or prayer. She was kind and caring not only in words but deeds always followed; cards, small personal gifts, or a delicious cake or meatloaf. Lori faced many health challenges head-on. Despite her personal struggles with back pain and arthritis, she always had a positive word of encouragement and a gospel tract for her doctors, nurses, waitresses, store clerks, and anyone she encountered. Her life demonstrated Philippians 2:3 “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourself.” Her organizational abilities were unmatched. She could organize the biggest events and efficiently work an army of volunteers and still smile. She had a nose for a bargain like a bloodhound and knew how to turn $1 into $10. She demonstrated the value of a positive attitude and worked tirelessly for her church and other ministries helping the downcast, or suffering in our city. She was one amazing lady. She was like the Proverbs 31 woman “...she watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.” She loved God, John, her family, and her doggies, like no other. Her home became known by those who trusted their “fur babies” to her keeping, as Doggie Disney. She was as good and kind to the dogs as she was to her friends and family. She knew each one by name and temperament. They all got personal attention and lap-time. If they had special dietary needs or needed medicine she knew it and was prepared. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her. She is survived by her husband, John Wayne Mozingo; mother Connie Bonner, step-father Lamar Cecil Bonner and father Arthur Edward Ferguson; brother Edward Lee Ferguson and brother William Arthur Ferguson. Lori was preceded in death by her sister, Lynne Renae’ Ferguson and her brother Brian Lane Bonner. A Celebration Of Life service for Lori will be held Saturday, March 7, 2020, at 1:00 PM at Cottage Hill Baptist Church, 4255 Cottage Hill Road, Mobile, Ala. Visitation with the family will be from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Lori Mozingo to: One Fund at Cottage Hill Baptist Church 4255 Cottage Hill Rd. Mobile, AL 36609 Mobile SPCA http://mobilespca.org/donate/ Haven of Hope http://missionofhopeministries.net/ Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.serenityfuneralhome.com for the Mozingo family.

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Lori Denise Mozingo

August 13, 1958 - February 27, 2020