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Paul Ensign Obituary

Paul Alan Ensign 1961-2009 Paul Alan Ensign, 47, of Boise, formerly of Lakewood, California, died on March 14, 2009. A memorial service will take place at11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 26, at Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel, 5400 Fairview Ave, Boise, Idaho. Paul was born on April 5, 19 61, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Mervyn Spencer and Barbara Ann (Gross) Ensign. Paul attended Arlington High School in Riverside, CA and El Camino College in Torrance, CA. He married Claudia Jane VerHalen on September 26, 1996 in Laguna Beach, California. Paul worked for Lake City Trucks in Boise. Paul's hobbies included golf, boating, fixing things, pool, dirt biking, waterskiing and racing. His special interests included his '65 Cobra kit car, wines, training Golden Retrievers, and teaching his co-workers/fri ends/family how to do things. He was a member of ASE Certified Mechanics, a MCII Golden Wrench recipient and a CBA Outstanding Mechanic of 2003. His survivors include his wife, Claudia Ensign, and their Golden Retrievers Monica and Bruce; mother, Barbara Bowen; sister, Lynn Ricards, and her husband Charlie; brother, Mark Ensign; father, Spencer Ensign; mother-in-law, Martha VerHalen; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kate and Anthony Urquidi, Mark and Diana VerHalen, Sue and Dirk Beckett, Laura and Stephen Baffo rd, Don and Veronica VerHalen; and numerous loving nephews, nieces, and extended family members. Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel (208) 376-5400

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Published by Press-Telegram on Mar. 20, 2009.

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Lynn Ricards

October 19, 2009

Paul was my brother. I miss him more than I can say. He knew my children admired and loved him. They always looked forward to seeing him. His last phone call to me will be cherished as he shared his love for me. I loved laughing with him. I can't believe he is gone. You will never be forgotten dear brother.

Jennifer Petersen

March 30, 2009

We are so very sorry to hear the news. Paul was such a wonderful and sweet neighbor. Brent enjoyed talking to him about cars and I enjoyed talking to him about your beautiful dogs. If you need anything, we are here for you!!!

Stephen Kjerstad

March 25, 2009

Our Family's thoughts and prayers are with you CJ and your Family at this time. Paul was a dedicated person and a hard worker and we will miss him.

Lucinda Bernard

March 25, 2009

To Uncle Buzz, Aunt Barbara, Lynn, Mark and the rest of the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Although I didn't spend as much time with Paul as I would have liked he still has a special place in my heart. I will truly miss him. Cindy Bernard (cousin)

Scott & Erin Miller

March 24, 2009

Claudia ~ Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Paul was such a kind & considerate friend & neighbor. Please do not hesitate to call on us for anything you need.

Stephen Urquidi

March 23, 2009

My Uncle Paul was the best friend anyone could ask to have. He was a great teacher, student, and above all a great person. His heart was beyond compare and his attention to detail was inspiring. I will miss my Uncle Paul everyday for the rest of my life and I hold every memory dear to my heart. May you rest in peace my dear uncle because you have all of our love and respect.

Stephen, Tiana, and Ryder Urquidi

Kim Anderson

March 22, 2009

I was saddened to read about Paul in our local newspaper in Lakewood. I consider he and CJ special friends and looked forward to seeing them every week at Heartwell Golf Course. I will always remember him with a gentle, genuine smile on his face. God Bless.

Rick March

March 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers for Claudia, Paul, and Family. I will truly miss Paul. I worked at Lake City with Paul. He was a great person to work with, I enjoyed joking around and making Paul smile. He was allways ready to teach someone, or willing to learn. I am truly sorrowed at your loss.

Scaturchio Family

March 20, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Claudia and all of Paul's family.

Carol Wohlk

March 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you Claudia and all of Paul's family. He was such an amazing person and friend. We knew each other from Arlington and even after he moved away from Riverside, we stayed friends. I haven't talked to him in over 20 years, but still feel like I have lost a close friend. I will always be thankful to him because he helped me during the hardest time of my life when I lost my father suddenly. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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