Ensz, Abraham A. (1890-1960)

Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1960 Jun 16 p. 8

Birth date: 1890 Dec 26

text of obituary:

ABRAHAM A. ENSZ

Abraham A. Ensz, son of Abraham G. and Margaret (Klassen) Ensz, was born Dec. 26, 1890, near Inman. He passed away June 3, 1960, near Windom, Kan., reaching the age of 69 years, five months and eight days.

As a young man he realized the need of a Saviour, repented and found forgiveness of his sins. Upon the confession of his faith he was baptized Dec. 6, 1914, becoming a member of the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite and remaining a faithful member to the end.

On April 5, 1915, he joined in holy matrimony with Anna Loewen, his now deeply bereaved companion, sharing life's joys and sorrows for over 45 years. This union was blessed with seven children, two daughters and five sons. The first 11 years the family resided near Peabody, Kan. In 1926 the family moved on a farm near Inman, where father lived at the time of his death. Father was an industrious and successful farmer, providing well for his family, also cheerfully sharing his blessings with the unfortunate ones.

He was of a cheerful disposition,