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Maureen Ennis Obituary

Maureen A. (Donovan) Ennis of Pembroke, passed away after a courageous battle with breast cancer at the age of 54. She was surrounded by her loving family. Maureen, originally from Dorchester, raised her family in Pembroke. She was known for her sense of humor, charismatic personality, and a smile that could light up a room. She was the daughter of Virginia Donovan (Donnelly) and the late Gerald Donovan. She is survived by her devoted husband, Robert Ennis; and three daughters, Jennifer Carvalho and husband Dave of Kingston, Julie Cleary and husband Ryan of Weymouth, and Michelle Ennis of Pembroke. Maureen was so proud of her family and loved spending time with her two grandsons, Owen and Jake Carvalho. She also leaves behind her siblings, Gerald Donovan and wife Carol of Holbrook, Virginia O'Riordan and husband Pat of Braintree, Carol Clancy and husband Dan of Canton, and Charlie Donovan of Braintree. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Words cannot express how much she will be missed by her family and all that knew her. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, July 7, from 2-6 p.m. at the Shepherd Funeral Home, 216 Main St. (Rte. 106), Kingston. A funeral Mass will be held Monday, July 8, at 12:30 p.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 1 Maquan St., Hanson. Interment will be at the Center Cemetery in Pembroke. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Triple Negative Breast Cancer, TNBC, P.O. Box 204, Norwood, NJ 07648. To offer condolences or for directions, please visit www.shepherdfuneralhome. com. Shepherd Funeral Home, Kingston.

Published by The Patriot Ledger on Jul. 6, 2013.
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My condolences to you. Sorry for the loss of a dear loved one.

C Woods

July 15, 2013

Gerry - I just heard about your loss . I am so sorry for you and your entire family. I hope other wise you and your kids and wife are doing well. Say hello to them for me. You will be in my prayers. Bob Wakelin. [email protected]

Robert Wakelin

July 15, 2013

I was a fellow MRM graduate. Maureen was (is!) a sweet, kind soul. And I remember that wonderful smile! This loss is very hard I'm sure, but what a blessing to all who shared in her life. God bless.

Mary (Pugsley) Blehl

July 9, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Carol and JIM ANDERSEN

July 9, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Andrea Rossi-Burrill

July 7, 2013

To Michelle and the Ennis Family So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cathleen & Michael Fernez

July 6, 2013

allison willcutt

July 6, 2013

My deepest sympathies go out to the Ennis family. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Elizabeth Bloomer

July 6, 2013

I am very sorry for your loss. I feel very honored to have cared for Maureen at and to gotten to know her wonderful family during her final days at the Brigham. I am deeply saddened that she left this world all too soon, but am very impressed by all of the love and laughter that filled her life. Godspeed to all of you.

Paula DiGiovine

July 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Mrs. Ennis definitely had a smile to remember and she shared that smile and great character with her three beautiful daughters! May there be peace found with memories and her legacy living on.
Much love and sympathy,
Emma

Emma Young

July 6, 2013

Maureen was a truly beautiful person - inside and out and I am very saddened today to learn that she has passed away. I will always remember the good times and fun shared with her from our days at South Boston Savings and after that as well. To Bobby and the girls and their families, I offer my sincere condolences and will keep you in my prayers. She was a truly special person.

Mary Moroney Meeken

July 6, 2013

May Maureen's constant smile provide you comfort during this time. She was a wonderful girl.

Jim Fitzpatrick

July 6, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Ennis family . Mo Mo , as I called her was my everyday sanity at work . She always had a smile in her face and a funny story to tell . My heart is broken with MoMo's passing . I pray that you find peace in knowing how great she was as a person and how much she loved you all ...

Rosemary Jensen

July 5, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Ennis family. I am very fortunate to have known and worked with Maureen. She had this beautiful way about her that always brought out the best in people. There are no words that can express how saddened I am for your loss.

Michele Campbell

July 5, 2013

We were deeply saddened to learn of Maureen's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Donovan and Ennis families and friends. May you find comfort that she is not in pain and with her father once again. God bless

Patricia Ahern

July 5, 2013

My heart goes out to the Ennis and Donovan family. Maureen will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. Love, Eliza

Eliza Roach

July 5, 2013

There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. Maureen was an amazing person and will be remembered fondly. Much love and prayers to he whole family.
Love, The Drummond Family

Kerri Drummond

July 5, 2013

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