Ensz, Leona (1924-1956)

Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1956 Oct 11 p. 6

Birth date: 1924 Apr 26

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— Miss Leona Ensz, 32, who had been employed as a licensed practical nurse at the Bethel Deaconess Hospital, died Oct. 3 at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. She became ill here and had been transferred to the Medical Center the day before her death. Funeral services had been held at the Zion Mennonite Church near Inman, Rev. John A. Ensz in charge. Miss Ensz leaves her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Ensz of Inman, four sisters, two brothers, and her grandmother, Mrs. G. M. Martens of Inman.

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Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1956 Nov 1 p. 8

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LEONA ENSZ

Leona Ensz, daughter of Henry D. and Sarah Ensz, was born April 26, 1924, near Inman, Kan. and passed away Oct.3, 1956, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kan. She reached the age of 32 years, five months and seven days

She was born on a farm near Inman, where she received her education and grew to womanhood. At the age of 15 she felt the need of a Savior, and upon true repentance and confession of faith was baptized and united with the Church of god in Christ (Mennonite), remaining a faithful member to the end.

Her quiet and cheerful disposition won her many friends. She was always ready to help in time of need. she contributed much to our home to make it a happy home. She took great pleasure in singing, bringing cheer and courage to many hearts, by which she will be long remembered. She took active interest in Sunday school, helping as a teacher and also as a summer Bible school teacher. At our last Christian Endeavor, she helped her sister Verna sing the song, "Eternity."

The last five years she was engaged in nursing. In March 1955, she with her sister Marie Ann entered nurses training at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City. She graduated in Feb. 1956 as a practical nurse, and continued working until July. During her vacation, she with her parents and sisters visited her brother Dale, who is in I-W service in Roseburg, Ore. It brought her joy to see him once more, and unknowingly give him her last farewell.

On Sept. 10 she with her sister joined the nurses staff at Bethel Hospital, Newton, making their home at a nearby residence. About one week before she passed away she spoke of having an unusual headache. Monday evening she became ill and partial paralysis was apparent. Upon medical advice she was hospitalized. Tuesday morning her parents were called to her bedside. Upon the doctor's advice we sought further help. Before leaving Bethel Hospital she was asked if she felt her way was open if God should call her. She recognized her weakness and her unworthiness, yet felt that God would accept her. We had a united prayer, committing all to Him who knows all things best.

She was then taken to the Medical Center in Kansas City, her mother and Marie Ann going with her. After examination it was discovered she had had a cerebral hemorrhage. Wednesday morning she seemed to be better, the doctor giving hope for recovery. At 4:30 p. m. she had another severe brain hemorrhage and after a few minutes peacefully fell asleep.

We do not sorrow as those who have no hope, but feel she is with Jesus and believe we shall soon meet her again. She leaves to mourn her early departure her deeply bereaved father and mother; four sisters, Marie Ann, Evelyn and Verna of the home, Ruby (Mrs. A. R. Toews) of Windom; two brothers, Edwin of Middleton, Mich. and Dale, of Roseburng [sic Roseburg], Ore.; one sister-in-law, Min. A.R. Toews; grandmother, Mrs. G. M. Martens; four nieces, four nephews, uncles, aunts and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral services took place Oct. 7,1956, at 1:00 p.m. in the home where words of comfort were spoken by Min. John N. Penner, and at 2:00 p.m. in the Zion church where a large audience had gathered. Opening remarks and prayer were by Min. Milford Wenger. Min. John A. Ensz chose for his text Heb. 9:27, Amos 4:12, and Isaiah 38:1. She was laid to rest in the nearby cemetery where min. Milford Wenger made closing remarks and led in prayer.