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1967
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2016
Wendy Ennis Obituary
Wendy Robin Ennis, teacher, journalist, beloved mother, daughter, spouse, aunt, niece, cousin and friend, died Wednesday after a courageous battle with cancer. Born January 27, 1967 in the Bronx, Wendy won a four-year, full-tuition scholarship to the School of Visual Arts. She was a reporter/producer for WOR radio, Visnews, Reuters, CBS Newspath, WTSP-TV and Consumer Reports Television before pursuing her masters in education at the University of St. Joseph. A resident of West Hartford for a dozen years, Wendy taught in Newington and was a special education teacher at Sedgwick and King Philip Middle Schools in West Hartford. She also taught religious education at Congregation Beth Israel's Youth Engagement Program. She leaves a mother, Deborah, a brother, Robert, a spouse, Dawn, and their children Sean, Sophie and Liam. A scholarship is being established to further their higher education. The funeral at Congregation Beth Israel 701 Farmington Av., West Hartford will be at noon Friday. Interment will follow at Beth Israel cemetery in Hartford. The family will sit Shivah at the Hyatt in Windsor, 200 Corporate Drive Sat. 5-9 pm, Sun. 1-4 pm & 6-9 pm, Mon. 5-9 pm with a service each evening at 7 pm.
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Dr Deppsheet.
February 10, 2025
Donald, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife Dawn. You are a good man. A good husband, father, son and brother. I said to myself "He will make it through this, he is a strong man, it is his cross to bear.
Cathy Donahoe
May 5, 2019
I am only beginning to learn of Wendy and the wonderful and positive impact she had on the lives of so many people who crossed paths with her. My heart goes out to her family, loved ones and those that loved her that she left behind. I am so deeply sorry for the pain and loss you feel. I hope that in some small way it brings you a sense of comfort in knowing others care and share in your grief and sorrow.
Dawn Ennis
February 20, 2016
Thank you, everyone. Anyone looking to help further the children's education should send a check, payable to: "Ennis Family Scholarship Fund Trust" to
Robert Lachs
1729 E Prairie Ave
Wheaton, IL 60137
If you prefer to donate online, please go to https://www.gofundme.com/zc4q96x4 Thank you!
Leigh Ann
January 26, 2016
So sorry Don for your family's loss. Stay strong.
Maggie Whittel
January 25, 2016
I had Mrs.Ennis as a 7th grade special education teacher at Sedgwick. She always had a big smile on her face. I will always remember her.
Betty and Don Leef
January 25, 2016
Deepest sympathies to the Ennis family on the loss of Wendy. She was a fighter all the way! We know she will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Mike Reynolds
January 25, 2016
RIP Wendy.. Prayers to all the family.
Megan Ennis
January 25, 2016
Wendy, I will always remember your warm and loving smile. You were one of the sweetest women I have ever met. My heart breaks for your family. May god give them the strength to get through this difficult time. I am thinking of you all.
Amy Cape
January 23, 2016
Wendy, I cherish the memories of our friendship so many years ago, watching our then little ones grow from toddlers to "big kids." I only wish we lived closer all these years and could have seen each other more often. I will always miss you.
Katherine and Kyle Caldwell
January 23, 2016
Deepest sympathy for all who loved Wendy, especially Dawn, Sean, Sophie and Liam. She was taken from you much too soon.
January 23, 2016
Deepest sympathy to Sean and the entire Ennis family. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, "Mrs.Walker" - Monica Walker
January 23, 2016
A special message of heartfelt condolences from our family to yours. Wendy was a monument to strength and love and open-heartedness. You have created an incredible family with three remarkable, clever, strong, open-hearted children, and we wish you strength upon strength as you band together to weather this storm...the one outside and the one inside. Fondly, Sharon Dizenhuz
Jaime Roth
January 23, 2016
My condolences to your entire family.
January 23, 2016
Dear Dawn, your children, and Wendy's family, May our loving God bring you comfort and peace now and in the days, weeks, months, and years ahead. My heart goes out to you all, and I am really shocked but have known so many who have to leave us so fast due to this insidious disease. It happens so quickly, and my heart hurts for you all. Gods blessings and love, Charlene Faris and kitties in Palm Springs, California
Amy Rosenfield
January 22, 2016
I am so sad to read about your loss of Wendy. She was a wonderful teacher and I feel so lucky that my daughter spent a year with her in CBI's journey onward. May her memory be a blessing.
Ruchi Haubrich
January 22, 2016
We had the pleasure of knowing Wendy as her Neighbors. The news came as a shock to us. We knew Wendy as a loving Mother and gracious Lady who lived through the ups and downs of Life with quiet dignity. We are terribly sorry for the loss and our hearts go out to the Family and kids. May the Lord give strength to her Near and Dear ones as they bear this irreparable loss.
The Haubrich Family
Stacie Lucia
January 22, 2016
Wendy is a valued co-worker. I'm truly sorry generations of students to come will not be able to know her kind and dedicated ways.
January 22, 2016
Wendy was a warm and caring person who carried herself with dignity and grace. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Rachel Tully RN
Jon, Mandy & Zach FINMAN
January 22, 2016
I worked Concessions with Wendy at many a WHAT Swim meet. A kind, caring, hard working,smart,lovely woman. An honor to know, and what a huge hole is left in her absence. Deepest sympathy to Dawn, Sean, Sophie, Liam and family!!! Prayers and gentle thoughts of comfort to all her beloveds. The Gift of her spirit will shine on through each of you forever. Shalom
Amy Deutsch
January 22, 2016
As a family we had the pleasure to know Wendy as members of Beth Israel and from King Philip Middle School. Wendy always went above and beyond for my children. She always had a smile on her face and made them feel so comfortable. She was a tremendous help to my oldest daughter while she was at KP when she got sick and needed some extra help. Wendy stepped up and looked out for her needs even though she didn't have to. She was a tremendous gift to us and others. It has been years since we have seen her or spoken, but we are eternally grateful to her. Our deepest condolences to her entire family.
January 22, 2016
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Wendy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Sarah Blanchard
Director of Alumni Relations
University of Saint Joseph
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