Ensign, Gordon: Enjoyed farming

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Ensign

Gordon Earl Ensign passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Coronation Long Term Care on Dec. 23 at the age of 87 years.

Gordon was born on Oct. 18, 1928 in Lethbridge, Ab. He was predeceased by his parents, three brothers and three sisters.

In 1971 Gordon and his family moved from Milo to the farm south of Castor where he enjoyed farming and being around the cattle.

Gordon drove the school bus for over 25 years which he enjoyed. He retired from farming in 1999 but kept the acreage where he resided until September 2015.

He is remembered by his children: Coreta (Terry) Brown, Carter (Jo-ann) Ensign, Debbie (Gary) Ensign and Jeff (Tina) Ensign.

He is also remembered by his grandchildren: Kim (Grant) Schalin, Korey Brown, Todd Ensign, Troy (Tammie) Ensign, Jason Pytlarz, Cory (Brenda) Pytlarz, Jason Ensign, Nathan Ensign, Sarah Ensign; 11 great grandchildren; as well as other family and friends.

Private family services were held.  If you wish to offer condolences, they may be sent to the family at www.parkviewfuneralchapels.  Memorial donations can be made to Castor Minor Sports.

Parkview Funeral Chapels & Crematorium entrusted with the care and arrangements. 403-882-3141

Card of thanks

We would like to thank Dr. Hanton and all of the nursing staff at the Castor Hospital for the care given to our dad during his stay in the hospital.

We would also like to thank Dr. McKenzie and all of the staff at the Coronation Long Term Care facility for the care given to dad during his short stay.

A heartfelt thanks goes out to family and friends for the flowers, food and thoughtful words. We are truly blessed to live in the community we do.

Thank You.
Ensign Family

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