Enns, Margaret Reimer (1904-1974)

Mennonite Brethren Herald obituary: 1974 Nov 29 p. 29

Birth date: 1904 Jul 07

text of obituary:

MARGARET ENNS

(Mrs.) Margaret Enns was born July 7, 1904 to Jacob and Margaret Reimer in Bergfeld, Man. She accepted Christ as her Saviour and was baptized on May 22, 1923.

She was married to Frank J. Enns o October 11, 1928. They lived at Morden Man. until 1933, when they moved to Homewood. They retired to Carman in October, 1973.

They enjoyed many blessings during forty years of marriage. Her loving concern for her family's daily needs was overshadowed by her desire that each child would acknowledge Jesus as Saviour. They attended Winkler Mennonite Brethren Church and later Elm Creek Church. She found special joy in sewing for Mennonite Central Committee.

During the last year her health deteriorated rapidly and she went to be with the Lord on October 24. The funeral was held in the Elm Creek Church on October 26 with Rev. Elvin Penner, Rev. J. W. Kroeker and Rev P. Neufeld officiating.

She leaves to mourn her husband, Frank; five daughters: Mrs. A. Janzen of Elm Creek, Mrs. D. Enns of Winnipeg, Mrs. H. Enns of Domain, Mrs. D. Hepburn of Africa, Mrs. W. Dick of Homewood; two sons: Jake of Homewood and John of Surrey , B.C.; 17 grandchildren; four brothers and nine sisters. She was predeceased by a son and a daughter.