Son of Isaac (b:1725) and grandson of Philip Ferree.

Married Rachael Ferree, his first cousin. Married second, Alice Powell, who was considered a fine shot with a rifle. She tested guns and gunpowder her husband produced.

Employed in the manufacture of gun powder and guns for the government during the Revolutionary War.

In 1784 located to Mifflin Township, Allegheny County, PA where he continued to manufacture guns and powder.

Died September 5, 1807. Buried in Coraopolis, PA.