Donald Owen Ensign, 75, of Gouverneur

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Donald Owen Ensign, age 75, of Gouverneur, NY passed away on August 24, 2021 with his wife by his side. (Funeral Home)

GOUVERNEUR, New York (WWNY) – Donald Owen Ensign, age 75, of Gouverneur, NY passed away on Aug. 24, 2021 with his wife by his side.

Donald was born on February 11, 1946 in Orange, CA and grew up in Costa Mesa and Newport Beach, CA. Donald served in the U.S. Army in Ft. Happiness in El Paso, Texas. Later, he settled in New York, Oregon, and his adventurous nature brought him to New South Wales, Australia before returning to Long Island, NY and later settling in Gouverneur, NY.

Donald is survived by his wife Barbara Jean (Schilpp) Ensign; sisters, Peri Young, Dana Meadows, Heidi Bohlen and siblings, Hardy Ensign and Fred Ensign, and many beloved nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald Irvin Ensign and Jean (King) Ensign, and a brother, Edward King Ensign.

Donald has worked in irrigation most of his life, designing and installing systems for farms, golf courses, commercial and residential.

Donald is an avid duck collector. He enjoys outdoor activities and especially enjoys teaching young people basketball and softball both in the US and Australia.

A celebration of Donalds life is planned in the future. Arrangements include the French Funeral Home, Gouverneur. Condolences can be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.

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