A Savannah native, Michelle was beloved by many family members and friends. Anyone who knew Michelle knew how big her heart truly was, she never let anyone feel left out and always made sure they felt special. She was a diehard fan of the Georgia Dawgs & loved everything pink and sparkly! She knew how to make someone feel better just by giving them a hug & telling them everything would work out. No matter what Michelle was going through she made sure her people knew how much they meant to her. Her heart and spirit were truly pure. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Her memory will live on in all the people she met and loved in this life.
Michelle leaves behind her devoted husband Trey Ferrell; two sons, Sean Smith, Trey Feverlein; and a daughter, Tiffany Ferrell who now must navigate life without the woman who meant so much to them. She is also survived by her father Hughes Thomas (Hippy); sister, Tamera Hagg (Mark); brother, Trey Thomas; uncle, Billy Patterson; aunt, Mary Patterson; nieces, Angel Ruiz, Faith Kramer, nephew, Christopher Hagg; great niece, Amelia Kramer; great nephews, River Kramer, and Kayson Ruiz; and many other relatives, friends, coworkers, and loved ones throughout the Savannah community.
The family will be receiving friends between the hours of 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at Families First Funeral Care & Cremation Center, located at 1328 Dean Forest Road, Savannah, Georgia 31405.
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Natasha R.
I will miss you forever. You were a walking angel, to know you was to love you! I am so heartbroken that you are gone, but, I know you made it to heaven ~ you were a beautiful walking angel on earth; now you have wings. I am praying for your family and I will never forget you! – I love you!!
Tracey Anderson
Good bye Pretty Girl ! I will never forget your smiling face ! This is very sad for those close to you ! I’m sure they will cherish the time you shared with them . Those memories are forever !
Tommy Sanders
So sorry to hear this sad news. Michelle was a one of a kind, always smiling and ready to hug.
Tommy Sanders family
Timothy Guay
Deeply saddened. Michelle helped me greatly over the past few years as I was navigating the loss of both of my parents and the decline and eventual loss of my spouse. We were able to share with each other the difficulties of living life on God’s terms as difficult as that can sometimes be. She was so caring and compassionate even in the midst of her own challenges. I am so grateful to have known her and she will be truly missed.