March 29, 2009
Bill Eno passed away suddenly at home on March 29, 2009 at the age of 89. Bill will be greatly missed by his loving wife of sixty-two years, Aileen, and his four children: David (Glenda) of Chilliwack, BC, Elizabeth (Frank) Wesseling of Cochrane, AB, Gordon (Laura) of Richmond, BC and John (Leslie) of Abbotsford, BC. Grandpa/Papa loved his ten grandchildren: Amy (Phil) Keed, Dereck Eno (Veronica Hicks), Katie Wesseling, James Eno, Vicki Eno (Jon Leyland), Holly-Anne Eno, Sean Eno, Maggie Eno, Sarah Eno and Michael Eno. More recently he was delighted to have four great-grandchildren added to his family tree: Ethan Leyland, Emma Keed, Luke Eno, and Grant Miller Leyland. Bill was predeceased by his parents, John and Lucilla Eno, and his uncle, Arthur Court. Both Bill’s father and his uncle were in the coal mining industry. Bill was born and raised in Drumheller, and while his education and service to his country took him further, afield his heart was always in the valley. Bill served with the Army Service Corps at the prisoner of war camp at Seebe, AB. Under the Calgary Highlanders, he took part in and was wounded in the Battle of Walcheren Causeway, which was integral in the liberation of Holland. After his return to Canada, Bill attended the University of Alberta where he obtained his Bachelor of Education degree, majoring in Math. Over a span of thirty-three years, Bill taught Math as well as a variety of other subjects in East Coulee, Rosedale, Nacmine, Central School, Greentree Junior High and DCHS Schools. A dedicated teacher, Bill was pleased to see his students experience success at school in both academic and extracurricular activities. He followed, with interest, the chosen careers of former students. Bill was very community minded, being a member of the Jaycees, Masonic Lodge, Rotary Club and Knox United Church. If a white elephant sale needed a collector or an envelope needed stuffing he would be there. An enthusiastic volunteer to the Passion Play, his participation included an actor’s role n the play’s earlier years. Bill was part of the Camp Gordon era being a leader before WWII. When the camps resumed after Gordon Taylor’s return, Bill, again, was a leader. He was a great supporter of projects that promoted tourism in the Valley, therefore bill was honoured to be part of the Jaycee project that eventually created the Dinosaur Trail. In his ‘spare’ time, Bill enjoyed travelling the highways of Alberta in his camper van assisted by his navigator, Aileen. His children all leaned, and use today, the camping skills taught to them by their dad. Bill and Aileen also travelled outside of Canada, bringing home lifelong memories With camera always at hand, he recorded the family events and their travels. Bill was also an avid reader whether it be periodicals or books. When his eyesight failed, C.N.I.B. Sent him “talking books” and magazines on CDs so that he could continue his reading. Bill’s strong sense of integrity was demonstrated daily. Everyone with whom he stopped to chat went on their way warmed by his genuine caring. His cheerful, all purpose greeting, “Good Morning”, is offered to you today on his behalf. Memorial services were held at Knox United Church, Thursday, April 2, 2009, with Jan Richardson officiating. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Calgary C.N.I.B.,(15 Coloner Baker Place NE, Calgary, AB T2E 4Z3), Knox United Church, (Box 583, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0), or other charitable organization of your choice. Funeral services were in the care of Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Home.
Bill Eno passed away suddenly at home on March 29, 2009 at the age of 89. Bill will be greatly missed by his loving wife of sixty-two years, Aileen, and his four children: David (Glenda) of Chilliwack, BC, Elizabeth (Frank) Wesseling of Cochrane, AB, Gordon (Laura) of Richmond, BC and John (Leslie) of Abbotsford, BC. Grandpa/Papa loved his ten grandchildren: Amy (Phil) Keed, Dereck Eno (Veronica Hicks), Katie Wesseling, James Eno, Vicki Eno (Jon Leyland), Holly-Anne Eno, Sean Eno, Maggie Eno, Sarah Eno and Michael Eno. More recently he was delighted to have four great-grandchildren added to his family tree: Ethan Leyland, Emma Keed, Luke Eno, and Grant Miller Leyland. Bill was predeceased by his parents, John and Lucilla Eno, and his uncle, Arthur Court. Both Bill’s father and his uncle were in the coal mining industry. Bill was born and raised in Drumheller, and while his education and service to his country took him further, afield his heart was always in the valley. Bill served with the Army Service Corps at the prisoner of war camp at Seebe, AB. Under the Calgary Highlanders, he took part in and was wounded in the Battle of Walcheren Causeway, which was integral in the liberation of Holland. After his return to Canada, Bill attended the University of Alberta where he obtained his Bachelor of Education degree, majoring in Math. Over a span of thirty-three years, Bill taught Math as well as a variety of other subjects in East Coulee, Rosedale, Nacmine, Central School, Greentree Junior High and DCHS Schools. A dedicated teacher, Bill was pleased to see his students experience success at school in both academic and extracurricular activities. He followed, with interest, the chosen careers of former students. Bill was very community minded, being a member of the Jaycees, Masonic Lodge, Rotary Club and Knox United Church. If a white elephant sale needed a collector or an envelope needed stuffing he would be there. An enthusiastic volunteer to the Passion Play, his participation included an actor’s role n the play’s earlier years. Bill was part of the Camp Gordon era being a leader before WWII. When the camps resumed after Gordon Taylor’s return, Bill, again, was a leader. He was a great supporter of projects that promoted tourism in the Valley, therefore bill was honoured to be part of the Jaycee project that eventually created the Dinosaur Trail. In his ‘spare’ time, Bill enjoyed travelling the highways of Alberta in his camper van assisted by his navigator, Aileen. His children all leaned, and use today, the camping skills taught to them by their dad. Bill and Aileen also travelled outside of Canada, bringing home lifelong memories With camera always at hand, he recorded the family events and their travels. Bill was also an avid reader whether it be periodicals or books. When his eyesight failed, C.N.I.B. Sent him “talking books” and magazines on CDs so that he could continue his reading. Bill’s strong sense of integrity was demonstrated daily. Everyone with whom he stopped to chat went on their way warmed by his genuine caring. His cheerful, all purpose greeting, “Good Morning”, is offered to you today on his behalf. Memorial services were held at Knox United Church, Thursday, April 2, 2009, with Jan Richardson officiating. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Calgary C.N.I.B.,(15 Coloner Baker Place NE, Calgary, AB T2E 4Z3), Knox United Church, (Box 583, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0), or other charitable organization of your choice. Funeral services were in the care of Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Home.
