Doris Jean Ennis Nee Suffel

A wonderful mother, Doris Ennis( nee Suffel), passed away after a very full and enjoyable life. Her husband of 63 years, Gordon predeceased her in 2010. Doris was born in Mountain Township to Arnold and Christina Suffel and remained a life-long resident of Dundas County. She is survived by her six children. Marilyn (Allan) Assance, George (Susan), David (Mary), Colleen (David) Howard, Janine (Chris) Christensen and Arlene (Jamie) Sommerville. Also survived by her sister Donna Metcalfe and sister-in-law Lorna Suffel. She was predeceased by George (Geraldine) Suffel, Russell, Marion (Joe) Kilgour and Rose (Bob) Thompson. Also Roy (Audrey) Ennis, Hilda (Lloyd) LaPorte and Lena (Arrington) Stewart. She derived tremendous enjoyment from her 15 grandchildren, aged 13 to 38, who will miss her love and wisdom. Eight great grandchildren form part of her legacy. She will be remembered for her constant and enduring love and support for her large family. She instilled a love of learning in her children and encouraged an interest in music and community participation. She was a talented wordsmith and her collection of letters to her sisters entitled “Roots & Wings” is still inspirational to young parents.