LYME, CT — Megan Moore Eno, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully Aug. 14, 2024, at the age of 79. Megan was born to Shirley Flower Moore and William G. Moore Jan. 10, 1945, in New York City.
She spent her early years in Greenwich, attending grammar school at Greenwich Academy. In Greenwich, she enjoyed spending time with her large extended family, including her maternal grandparents, paternal grandmother, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Her family later moved to Lyme, in search of a quieter life. It was there that Megan met her late husband, Chauncey “Chan” Eno. The two were married Feb. 13, 1971, and became deeply rooted in the community.
Megan graduated from the Forman School in Litchfield, and went on to pursue her degree in teaching at Johnson State College. At Johnson State, she met her loyal friend Gena Glidden, who remained a constant in her life. After her time at Johnson State, Megan found fulfillment in teaching, particularly working with children with special needs. She later left teaching to be a full-time mother and became deeply committed to serving her community. She volunteered with Meals on Wheels, Literacy Volunteers, the Lyme Ambulance Association, and the Lyme Fire Department’s Auxiliary. She was a devoted member of the Lyme Congregational Church and led the Church’s youth group.
Later in life, Megan extended her caring nature to elder care, continuing to make a significant impact by providing compassionate support and assistance to seniors. Megan and Chan had one daughter, Trudy Jewett Eno, who later married Todd Burgess. Megan was a devoted grandmother to Trudy and Todd’s three children: Gretchen, Brooke and Wills. Her grandchildren were the apple of her eye, and she cherished every moment with them. Megan simply adored children. With her grandchildren in tow, Megan treasured her annual trip to Florida, where she spent quality time with her mother and Michelle Marr, who was like a daughter to her. Megan also had a soft spot for animals, especially those most in need. She talked affectionately about her childhood pony, Blondie, and as an adult, ensured that the household was always filled with all sorts of various animals.
Megan is predeceased by her father William Moore; her mother Shirley Flower Howard; her brother Graham Moore; and her husband Chan. She leaves behind her daughter Trudy; son-in-law Todd; beloved grandchildren; her sister Missy Mahoney and her husband Charlie; her brother Corwin Moore and his wife Rainey; her aunts, Bickley Simpson and Betsy Gotbaum; and her nieces, nephew, cousins, and many dear friends.
A memorial service and Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 12, at the Lyme Congregational Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lyme Ambulance Association at lymeambulance.org.