Barbara P. Enos

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Barbara P. (Hoyt) Enos – 84, of North Reading, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Care One at Wilmington. Born in Stoneham, MA on August 14, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Alfred G., Sr. and Anna M. (Jaworski) Hoyt. Prior to her decline in health, Barbara was a lifelong resident of North Reading. She was predeceased by her husband Robert (Bob) Enos.

Barbara worked for many years as a school bus driver and then as a school custodian. She was very athletic in her younger years and participated in many sports and recreational activities including softball, cross-country skiing, bowling, canoeing, camping, birdwatching, and playing bingo. She enjoyed following both local and professional sports, particularly the Red Sox and the Patriots. One of her favorite memories was meeting Jerry Remy during a trip to spring training. Barbara loved to drive and thought nothing of jumping in her car and going on a day trip. At home, she enjoyed spending time with family, cooking “Sunday Dinner,”  knitting, and playing cards.

Barbara is survived by her daughter, Dale Gramstorff and her husband Chris; her son, Carl Enos and his wife Christen; her grandchildren, Brian Turcotte and Kayla Zayas; and her great grandchildren, Harper and Korra. She is also survived by her brothers, Phillip Hoyt, Herbert Hoyt, and Jason Hoyt; and her sisters, Alice Sweeney and Ruth Ross; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Barbara was predeceased by her brothers, Alfred Hoyt, Jr. and Richard Hoyt; and her sisters, Arline Lumb-Garlington and Kathy Cartwright.

Her memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 13 at 10:00 AM at the Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill Street, North Reading. There will be no calling hours. Private Interment will be held in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association or to the Massachusetts Audubon Society.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

8 thoughts on “Barbara P. Enos”

  1. My condolences to the family. Had a brief relationship with barb and enjoyed every minute on Lee Rd. God bless

  3. So sad to hear this news. Met Barbara when we drove School Busses together. She was a special friend, we had a lot of laughs and good times playing Golf at Middlesex. She also introduced me to bird watching which I still enjoy. Sorry she experienced health issues in her later years. She was special to me. Although I will not be attending her service due to distance but I will be there in spirit. RIP

    1. Edna, you were a good friend to my mom. She enjoyed sharing stories of the fun times you had together. I still remember our girls trip to Montreal, in the snow! Thank you for your condolences. Take care. Dale

  4. My Condolences to Dale and Carl Enos, and to the Hoyt family. I lived in the house right next to the Enos family on Lee Road when I was young and I have many fond memories of the family.

    1. Thank you, Joanne. I remember your family well. Lots of childhood memories with your family on Lee Road! Take care. Dale

  5. She was a fun and wonderful woman. I worked with her at Phillips Academy when she drove the students to doctors appointments. I will miss our talks and laughing about silly things. I send her family prayers. She had a big smile and heart. She will be missed.

    1. Thank you, Becky. My mom loved silly stories and laughing. She enjoyed meeting the students and helping them feel comfortable about going to their doctor appointments. Take care. Dale

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