JOHN ENNS

1929 - 2010  

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It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of our father. He leaves to mourn his children Alvena (Lorne) Cooper, Elroy (Myrna) Enns, Raymond (Kathleen) Enns, Eleanor (Stew) Shepherdson, Karen (Phil) Fullerton, Connie (Dan) Boehr, Gerald (Linda) Enns, Lenita (Ron) Gutiw, and Rhonda Enns, twenty-eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; sister Mary Andres, brothers Henry (Luella), Peter (Paz), and numerous close relatives. John was predeceased by his wife Erika, son Kenneth, his parents, and siblings Jim and Helen. John was born at the family homestead in Tugaske. He farmed and trucked there until they retired to Moose Jaw in 1996.  He later moved to Bethany Manor in Saskatoon, where he enjoyed his Mennonite heritage until his passing. Funeral Service will be held at the Alliance Church, (corner of Thatcher Drive and 9th Ave. NW), Moose Jaw, on Sunday July 11, 2010 at 2:30 pm.  Interment will follow at the Eyebrow Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Sask. Heart & Stroke Foundation, would be appreciated. In living memory of John, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home. 


Guest Book

Mel & Ferne Bradford - Moose Jaw, SK: We are saddened to learn of the passing of your Dad.  He was a very kind man that would lend a helping hand to any in need.  He was a gentleman and his smile would warm anyone's heart.  Our deepest sympathy  to all the family.

June Vanin - Moose Jaw, SK: Dear Eleanor and family,  I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dad. 

Sophie Loewen - Saskatoon, SK: We here at Bethany Manor are all saddened by the news to hear of your dad's passing, and very much more for me as had known him for a long time, he lived so close to me now  and always came down to eat with his usual smile, he helped me out with fixing little things for me and also volunteering as usher at church services and other functions in the Fellowship Hall, which was appreciated so much. Extending my deepest sympathy to the family and know that God took him home to His heavenly rest  and praying He will comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one &keep you in His Care. Wishing I could be there with you but not able to come, God bless you all. Sophie

Paula and Karl Mack and family - Balgonie, SK:   Our heartfelt condolences to the Enns family on the loss of a father, grandpa, and great grandpa. Lenita, even though we only met your dad a few times, we could tell he was a kind, cheerful and outgoing guy who liked to chat. That's how we will remember him. Deepest sympathy to everyone, love Paula, Karl and the boys.

Gordon Blyth - Saskatoon, SK: My deepest sympathy to you in the passing of your Dad.  I only knew John for a short while at Bethany Place and enjoyed our visits and his friendship.  He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.  May God comfort you in this time of grief.

Gordon Jago - Moose Jaw, SK: We had know Erika and John from the time they joined us at First Baptist Church.  I had the pleasure of singing beside John in the choir for a number of years.  We had a great deal of fun.  John was a gentle soul who was interested in welfare of others.  He always checked on me after I was diagnosed with kidney failure.  We will miss him.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in the family on the loss of a very good man.

Ryan and Karen Kostenuk - Watrous, SK: We feel privileged to be acquainted with some of the Enns family, and to have met John a few times. You had a great father. Our sympathy to you all.

Melanie and Allan Kerpan - Kenaston, SK: Ray, I was sorry to hear about your dad. I never knew him, but knowing you he must have been a good, talented, caring man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Kathy and the boys.

Shirley Stenko (Trish) - Moose Jaw, SK: Rhonda, So sorry about your Dad. Everyday remember something about him and smile, it helps keeps them close. My thoughts are with you, your boys and the rest of the family. 


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