C. Ennis

OXFORD - C. Stephen Ennis, 56, of Oxford, passed into the arms of God surrounded by his loving family in his home, and in peace, on November 6, 2009. He leaves his wife and best friend Brenda A. (Burke) Ennis, their cherished daughter Molly of Oxford. His 3 sons of which he was so proud, Christopher and his wife Robyn, of Millis, Keith and Craig of Plymouth. His sisters Denise McAlpine of Plymouth, very special sister Peggy Masucci of Roslindale, Carol Campisano of Dedham and brother Robert Ennis of Wrentham. His much loved mother in law, Shirley Van Vleck of Worcester. His constant companion, Valentine. Nieces and nephews, cousins, grandnieces, a grandnephew and aunt. Pre-deceased by his parents Mary (Feeney) Ennis and Charles Ennis. Steve graduated from Xaverian Brothers High School, Westwood and Bridgewater State College. He was employed by Massachusetts Dept of Youth Services and Massachusetts General Hospital. Steve was a member of the Knights of Columbus Oxford 4241, and St. Ann's Catholic Church. He loved to garden, spend time with his family and was a fan of his children's sports, the Sox, Celts and Pats. Steve was happiest with the simple pleasures of life, family, friends and faith. The family wishes to thank the many doctors, nurses and caregivers who provided Steve with so much compassion and care. Steve was blessed to receive care from Dr. James Becker of Boston Medical Center and Dr. Jack Kelly of Worcester. The staff from both Memorial and UMass ICU units, who cared for Steve and his family with dignity, kindness and the true meaning of compassion as they too suffered with us. If the strength of a man was measured by the love he holds for his family ~ Steve carried the strength of a thousand men. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2009, at St. Ann's Church, 652 Main St., Oxford. Friends are respectfully invited to meet at the church. Burial will be private. Calling hours are Thursday, November 12, 2009, from 4-8 p.m. at Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford. Donations can be made in Steve's memory to UMass Memorial Hospice, 650 Lincoln St., Worcester, MA 01605 (Attn: Janet Mullen), or to a charity of one's choice.