SPENCER: William A. Ensom 85, of Donnelly Cross Rd., died suddenly, Sunday, Feb. 10 in St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester after being stricken ill at home.
He leaves his wife of 55 years, Patricia M. (Perry) Ensom, two sons Ted W. Ensom and his wife Lori of Uxbridge, and Peter G. Ensom of Oxford, his daughter Linda L. Lee and her husband Brent of Holden,four grandchildren; Stephanie, Gregory, Rebecca and Emily Ensom, nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a brother Robert Ensom and a sister Doris Butland.
Bill was an abrasive inspector at Norton Co. for 35 years, retiring in 1991. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Spencer, and the Greendale Retired Men’s Club. He was an avid golfer.
He loved his family and had a strong faith in God. He enjoyed all New England Sports Teams especially the Boston Celtics.
Born in Boston, he was the son of George T. and Hazel C. (Paul) Ensom. He graduated from David Prouty High School in 1945 where he played all sports. He later served his country with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War.
Funeral services will be held at 5p.m. at the conclusion of calling hours from 3-5p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13 in the J.HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer. Burial will be at a later date in Pine Grove Cemetery, Spencer. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Spencer Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 147, Spencer, Ma. 01562.