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Walter Ensign
1922 - 2009 WEST SPRINGFIELD Walter "Ken" Ensign, 87, of Mercury Court died on Nov. 21 at Baystate Medical Center.
He was born on Jan. 28, 1922, in Springfield to Walter B. and Gladys Weake Ensign. Ken was a World War II and a Korean War veteran. He served in the European, African, and Asiatic-Pacific Theatres. In 1983, Ken retired from Amana Refrigeration, a division of Raytheon Corp., as the sales Manager for the NY, NJ, and the Long Island branches. He had a great love of computers and helped found the Senior Net Learning Center in Massachusetts. Ken enjoyed skiing and golf and was a member of the West Springfield Senior Center. He was the loving husband of 63 years to Rita K. (Ellord) Ensign, beloved father of Kathleen A. Bennett of Seymour, TN, Karen J. DeSerres of Brattleboro, VT, and Deborah M. Ensign of Northampton, caring brother of Gladys Burr of Agawam, devoted grandfather of 6 and great grandfather of 6. Ken leaves many nieces and nephews and he was predeceased by his 4 siblings, Lucille Berard, Everett Ensign, Shirley Roberts, and Malvin Ensign. Calling hours are Tuesday, Nov. 24 from 2-4 PM at Toomey-O'Brien Funeral Home, 1043 Westfield St. The funeral will begin Wednesday at 9 AM at Toomey-O'Brien, followed at 10 AM by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at St. Thomas Church. A procession will follow to Mass Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ken's name may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Western Massachusetts, 181 Park Ave, West Springfield, MA 01089.
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served in the European, African, and Asiatic- Pacific Theatres. In 1983, Ken retired from Amana Refrigeration, a division of Raytheon Corp., as the sales manager for the NY, NJ, and the Long Island branches.
He had a great love of computers and helped found the Senior Net Learning Center in Massachusetts. Ken enjoyed skiing and golf and was a member of the West Springfield Senior Center. He was the loving husband of Rita K. Ellord Ensign for 63 years, beloved father of Kathleen A. Bennett of Seymour, Tenn., Karen J. DeSerres of Brattleboro, Vt., and Deborah M. Ensign of Northampton; caring brother of Gladys Burr of Agawam, devoted grandfather of six and great-grandfather of six. Ken leaves many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his four siblings, Lucille Berard, Everett Ensign, Shirley Roberts, and Malvin Ensign.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Calling hours are Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. at TOOMEY-O'BRIEN FUNERAL HOME, 1043 Westfield St. The funeral will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. at Toomey-O'Brien, followed at 10 a.m. by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at St. Thomas Church. A procession will follow to Mass Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam, MA.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ken's name may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Western Massachusetts, 181 Park Ave, West Springfield, MA 01089.
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Patti & Charlie Bouchard
December 4, 2009
Auntie Rita, Kathy, Karen and Debbie as well as all family and friends are all in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Kenny will be missed but remains in our hearts forever.
John Schuler
November 26, 2009
Gladys and Rita,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Lets us know if you need anything.
Your Friends,
John and Helen
November 23, 2009
Ken was a great guy and will be missed!!! Condolences to his wife and family and all who knew him. Bill Beville
November 23, 2009
Dear Rita - I only got to meet your beloved husband once, when Deb took both of you around Lathrop. I am so sorry for your loss. Deb is my dear colleague and friend; I know that Ken must have been so proud of her. I hope to give my condolences in person on Wednesday. Until then, I wish you God's great peace in your sadness and grief, and the healing knowledge of the great life life and legacy that your husband has left.
Love from
Kevyn Smith
Carlos and Anita Alvano and Family
November 23, 2009
Our sincerest condolences to you Rita, Deb, Toni, and the rest of the family in the passing of Mr. Ensign who must have been quite an individual. We never had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Ensign but based on the brief obituary, one can infer that he had a very fruitful life and significant contribution in this world. Very few men can boast of serving in two wars, having a successful marketing career, and being active and productive in one's senior years. We will be sending a donation in Mr. Ensign's name to the Make a Wish Foundation.
Mary O'Brien
November 23, 2009
My sympathy goes out to Mr. Ensign's family and especially to Karen and her family.
Ed Lubanski
November 23, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
November 23, 2009
Rita and family Iam so sorry of Ken's passing. I have fond memories of you being my neighbor. Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. Shirley Nichols
Normand E Letendre
November 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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