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Darrell Ennes Obituary

Darrell Vernon Ennes Darrell V. Ennes of Sacramento, California passed away on February 7, 2015. He was 65 years old. Darrell was born to Melvin and Hilda Ennes in 1949. He was a 1967 graduate of Redwood High School. Darrell attended College of Sequoias and Fresno State University. Darrell began his career with Terminix in 1972. During this time, he held the position of pest control service technician, branch manager, regional manager, and finally, director of government affairs. He was also incredibly active in industry associations. Darrell served as the president of the Pest Control Operators of California from 2008 to 2009. He served on many important industry committees appointed by the Structural Pest Control Board, including the IPM Committee and the Act Review Committee. Darrell was also very active in the National Pest Management Association. Darrell was an avid golfer. He also enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and a Big Mike Chopper with his friends. Darrell is survived by his mother, Hilda Ennes of Visalia, Ca. His daughter, Amanda Lindley, granddaughter, Addison, and Linda Ennes of Aiea, Hawaii. Sister Gail Tollison (Stan) of Casa Grande, AZ and sister Janell Spencer (Paul) of Visalia, CA. He is also survived by his godson David Perry, nieces Kelly Jones, Janell Morillo, Traci Spencer (goddaughter), Brittany Spencer, Natalie Spencer and nephews Andrew Clevenger and P.J. Spencer. He will be missed by many dear friends, loving family and will be remembered for his sense of humor and quick wit. May your hearts be lifted with fond memories. Please share memorial tributes by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com Visitation will begin Wednesday, February 11th at Salser and Dillard Funeral Chapel in Visalia from 4pm to 7 pm; Chapel service will be held, Thursday, February 12th at 12:30 pm followed by burial at Visalia District Cemetery. Additionally, a celebration of life is scheduled for Friday, February 20th starting at 1:00 pm at Eagles Lodge, 215 Scott Street, Folsom, California. A memorial tribute may be offered by logging onto www. salseranddillard.com

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Published by Visalia Times-Delta and Tulare Adv-Register on Feb. 11, 2015.

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Gordon Paluck

April 22, 2015

I just found out and was shocked. We had a great time while you were in Salinas and even for a long time after. You were one of my closest friends ever. RIP my brother

Gordon Paluck

Michelle Thom

February 20, 2015

Our condolences to the Ennes family. It was a shock to hear about his passing. Darrell was always very professional and overall very pleasant to work with. Our thoughts are with the family during the difficult time. ~ Santa Clara County Division of Agriculture

Bob Golubski

February 17, 2015

What a nice person, ever giving of his time to help others. Although you were a competitor, I had the utmost respect for your skills and abilities. Thank you for allowing me to pass through your world!!

Wendy Schubert

February 16, 2015

Darrell, you were one of a kind. I'll miss you and will remember all of the good times. Thanks for the memories!

David Stokes

February 15, 2015

Wow!! Where did the years go since we were roommates at Fresno State (1969)? We had some great times I will always remember. See ya!!

Brian Doyle

February 14, 2015

RIP Darrell. The Pest Control industry has lost one of it's great and will never be the same.

Paula Chupp

February 13, 2015

Blessings to the Ennes Family!...This Great Man will he missed by Many!..R.I.P. Darrell!.......

Sherrie Graston

February 13, 2015

Darrell, my Portuguese friend, it won't be the same without you! I love and will always miss our loving "I'm more Portuguese than you" fun times. I know you're in heaven hearing my prayers and laughing at me. Thanks for the fun times and tell Jesus that I am right.."I am more Portuguese than you". Love you! Sherrie Graston

Tom Graston

February 13, 2015

Darrell , thank you for your friendship and the many good times we had on our bikes! Riding will never be the same and neither will be PCOC without you.

Dan Fuentes

February 12, 2015

Mr. Darrell, my prayers are with you and your loved ones, miss you. Thanks for the smiles you projected to us all.
Dan Fuentes

Darryl Jardine

February 12, 2015

I am sad to hear the passing of this great man. Darrell, I know you will keep heaven straight and in compliance. You are a great man a great person and a friend that help me grow professionally. You will be missed.

Mike Goza

February 11, 2015

Darrell, you will be missed by so many old friend, including me! Your infectious laugh and energetic spirit was alwys something that made many events for all of us! Rest in peace buddy! I know you're already riding your chopper again! To his family, rest assured that Darrell indeed touched and influenced the lives of so many of us both personally and professionally! He was a great man and loved by many!

Jay and Elaine Nelson

February 11, 2015

Darrell, we'll miss your smiling face.

Randy Bardone

February 11, 2015

Darrell, I remember the good times and fun we had all through our school years.

Karen Crisp

February 11, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Darrell's passing. He was such a sweetheart. Many prayers to his mom, Hilda,sisters Janell, Gail and their families to find the comfort you need at this time. God bless you all.

February 11, 2015

Darrell, Thank You for the laughs and good times. Rest in peace.
Duane, El Cajon, Ca.

Norma Hogue

February 11, 2015

Darrell, rest in peace. We will get together
for our Harley ride ten miles at a time.
Going to miss you big guy!

Curtis Jungkeit

February 11, 2015

Thankyou Darrell for all of your entertainment you provided at Terminix. There wasn't a day that went by where we weren't laughing when you were at the branch.

Mike De Mello

February 11, 2015

Darrell,
You'll be missed, Pal. Long gone are the days of riding around in the "Flying Avacado"!

God bless,
Mike De Mello

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