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WILLIAM GEORGE ENEFER (BILL)
Born: Jun 02, 1935
Date of Passing: Jan 29, 2022
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WILLIAM GEORGE ENEFER
On Saturday afternoon, on January, 29, 2022, William passed away at Meadowood Manor, while in the care of the many dedicated staff who provided medical care and concern for his well being.
William was born on June 2, 1935. He was predeceased by his loving wife Carole; and both his parents; and Carole's parents.
He graduated from Daniel McIntrye Collegiate and proudly attended many of their reunions. His career path was with Shell Oil in their Credit Department. He was being transferred to Vancouver but he chose to stay in Winnipeg. Eventually, he was with Creditel in both sales and consultation with members. He was very active with the Credit Association high honours in both education and association activity and was awarded their highest award. In 1984 he began his own credit consulting business with many customers, representing them in many ways.
When his parents acquired their new house in Transcona, he became active with the Transcona Jaycees. Starting in the early 1960s, the unit won many awards provincially, nationally, and at the world level. He served as Unit President — Manitoba President, and received Jaycees highest award, becoming JCI Senator 8136 in 1967. He continued being of service in many ways and was elected President of the Canadian JCI Senate in 2006. On five occasions Manitoba hosted the Canada JCI Senate Annual Meeting of the Crew. In 1975, he married Carole, and they both became very active in the Jaycees, travelling to many meetings within Canada, visiting many provinces, as well as many events in the United States and a number of World Congresses. Once in a while they would take a cruise, as they loved to travel. If you knew Bill for his Jaycee activities, you would be aware of his love for Radio 97.5, and thanks to his love for music, he was constantly encouraging others to support the station. William had many friends, and many are with CBMC Christian Businessmen Committee. Again, he was very well known and was a supporter. When he could no longer drive a car, the dedicated members were there to pick him up for meetings and events, and for church. When Carole passed away in November of 2017, he moved to Sturgeon Creek II. During his six years there, he was very active in participating and frequently dancing with his dance partner Vera. He enjoyed many tours and much entertainment with his many friends. He also joined ANAVETS Assiniboia Unit 283, enjoying the music and dancing at many dance nights and special events with Shirley and Ken, and with friend Vera. Bill was not known for his sports, but he did spend some time with a 10-pin bowling league. Thanks to the Manitoba Senate having an annual golf day, it developed that he did a weekly golf match with fellow Senators, Glynn Davies, John Deacon and Gord Kraushar. Thanks to the pandemic, golfing was limited, so I got him out to play miniature golf which he greatly enjoyed. As stated before, his love for music was a major part of his life. He enjoyed musical movies and had numerous records and cassettes that numbered in the hundreds. Bill was also Godfather to Ken Cade II, a responsibility he took seriously.
Many of us are going to miss William but he will be remembered by many more.
A Celebration of Life will take place at 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at A.N.A.F, #283, 3584 Portage Avenue.
NEIL BARDAL
FUNERAL CENTRE
204-949-2200
neilbardalinc.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 05, 2022
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Bill was a lovely soul, always greeted you with a big smile and a laugh. Sincere to a fault, and as genuine as they come. Generous and kind. Lots of great memories. - Posted by: Ken (Godson ) on: Feb 07, 2022
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Lynne & I have been associated with Bill & Carole since before our wedding 29 years ago. Bill maintained he was the 'match-maker' in our marriage and as such attended the small wedding party. In addition to leadership roles in Christian Business Men of Canada a.k.a. Christian Business Ministries of Canada we both became involved at "Carlson Learning Company" (CLC) -- later known as Inscape Publishing Inc. and now Wiley Publishing. Bill was the primary support for all events which encompassed every major Hotel across Winnipeg! Bill lead his own group of 20 or so CBMC attendees for about 40 years and remined every one of approximately 60+ members prior to each weekly meeting. As an adamant proponent of Chamber of Commerce "after-business mixers" he demonstrated the importance of inter-personal communications and business commerce. His positive and quippy humor will be missed by hundreds of long-time friends and associates. He will be missed by many who benefited from his goodwill, good nature and good deeds! - Posted by: Ben Hoeppner (Friend, Co-Trainer, CBMC Associate & travelling partner.) on: Feb 07, 2022
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Uncle Bill Was always smiling. My dad was his best man when he married Carole in 1975. They were always welcome at our home and I remember making the occasional Christmas card or valentine day card for uncle Bill in addition. I remember one of my first cars was a “struggling Monza”. I picked uncle Bill up one day to drive him somewhere and he sat in the backseat and as we took off he said, “what does this car have one cylinder?” We laugh about that to this day. Later in life he shared his Christian values and it was a pleasure to dialogue back-and-forth across the miles on faith and living. I spoke for his JC National event years ago when he was national president, he trusted me with such a responsibility I just hope I was able to give back to him what he has given to so many. He was always kind, interested in others and serves as a wonderful example too many. - Posted by: Valerie Cade (We called him “Uncle Bill”) on: Feb 06, 2022
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The world was fortunate to have Bill Enefer in it. Little did I realize when I sponsored Bill into the Transcona JC's, he would become a world leader in the organization. Bill was very passionate and dedicated about JC's and any other job that he took on. He was a person you could count on. Bill lived his life by the JC Creed. The last two lines of the Creed- "That Earth's great treasure lies in human personality. That service to humanity is the best work of life." I was proud and pleased to play a part in Bill's life, especially introducing him to the love of his life, Carol. We wish you well on your journey to reunite with Carol. Thanks Bill for your service. Bob Hughes - Posted by: Bob Hughes (Friend ) on: Feb 05, 2022
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Bill knew Bill from Jaycee days and after marriage to Liz she met Carole & Bill at many JC events. They were a great couple and always enjoyed dancing at the gala events. Bill will be greatly missed we are sure. - Posted by: Bill and Liz Cook (Friends ) on: Feb 05, 2022
