Charles Alfred "Chuck" Ensminger

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Biography: Charles Alfred ?Chuck? Ensminger, age 80, of Little Rock passed away Friday, October 10, 2014 from complications associated with leukemia. Chuck was born July 25, 1934 in Elizabeth, NJ to Albert A. and Dorothy H. Ensminger. The family later moved to Wichita, KS where Chuck attended high school and was a member of the state champion golf team. In 1957, he graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and was also a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity. Chuck married and moved to Little Rock where he became president of Enmar Industrial Finishes, a company established by his father and a family friend, Sam Marcus. He retired in 1994. Chuck was a master salesman and both a friend and mentor to many of his employees. A member of YPO, he also served on several boards, including 1st Commercial Bank. Chuck was a proud supporter of the Arkansas Razorbacks and the UALR Trojans, an avid golfer and had a passion for bird hunting. He loved and was loved by many and was truly a dedicated father and grandfather. The ?Prince? did it his way ? with grace, generosity, kindness and a big-hearted smile. He is survived by his daughter, Lisbeth Ensminger of Carbondale, Colorado, his son, Randy Ensminger and his wife, Marisa of Little Rock and three grandchildren, Meryl and Isabel Ensminger and Lilli Smalls. His family wishes to thank each and everyone that cared for him throughout his life. He will be missed by all that knew him. A celebration of Chuck?s life will be at the Country Club of Little Rock, 4200 Country Club Blvd, Little Rock, AR from 5:00pm until 7:00pm on Friday, October 17, 2014. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, 901 North University Avenue, Little Rock, Arkansas 72207.

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Martin Smith

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Lis and Randy, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad passing. When I came over to Arkansas from England, your family became my family. You were all a treasure to me, and your mom and dad especially so. I never understood at first why they called Chuck "Prince" but as I got to know him I realized why. He was certainly a Prince of a man. I'm so glad to say he was my friend, as he enriched my life. God speed Chuck!
Martin

Brent Bumpers

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck--Sadly I was unable to attend your "celebration" Friday. No doubt I was not missed because from all appearances over the past 4 years as your next door office neighbor you had more friends than anyone in Little Rock. Now here I sit Monday morning with a sad void next door. Your absence however will not dampen the motivation you inspire--to someday become, like you, a happy, generous, jovial genteel gentleman without a hint of excessive pride, ego, envy or pettiness. You set the bar high. Thank you

Donald Ray Holmes

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I have known Chuck since 1965. At one time he was my Boss, my Mentor and always my Friend. I will miss our occasional phone "catch ups" and I regret not getting up there to play a few rounds of golf. I will miss you my friend.

Jason and Kate Lale

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Lis and Randy, Our family will greatly miss your dad. He truly welcomed us into his life and home years ago, treating us like family. We will always think of him in that way. He will never be forgotten. We will always be thankful to have known him. What a great guy!

Jason, Kate, and Hayley Lale

Y. McBeath

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My deepest sympathies on your loss. May the thought expressed at Revelation 21:4 bring you some comfort during this difficult time. Soon the pain and sorrow we experience will be no more.

Bigelow Robinson

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

"Our next door neighbor"

Chuck moved next door to us when he first moved to LR. He and Glenda became great friends with our family. Gingie, Lally, and Dana babysat Lis & Randy. Chuck became a mentor and best friend to "little Big".
I really looked up to him then and always did.
What wonderful,insightful and generous friend in all ways friends are.
I know he thought very highly of my father and mother and cherished their friendship as well.
Boy we could tell some stories !
Terribly sorry I won't be making it back to LR to participate in celebrating his life.
But will raise a yellow tail in salut !
My best to you all.

Bigelow Robinson

Frank Thurmond

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck had become like a family member over the years. I feel as if I'd known him all of my life as both a great friend and a trusted confidant, and he will be deeply missed as such by all of us. Frank

Margaret Ensminger Piper

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chucklet, you charmed me from the first moment we met. If I had been born a male, I'd have wanted to be like you. You loved American freedom and entrepreneurism, mentoring others in their special gifts and interests so they could have the joy of building something. You deeply loved your friends, and sportingly enjoyed how they ribbed you. When I lost you to divorce, it nearly devastated me, but we got our friendship back again, so losing you once more is tragic. You left this world so noble, strong because business disappointments prepared you for this final battle. And while I have moved on with my lovely life, a big chunk of my heart went with you. Goodbye, Dear Friend.

jim moore friday law firm(ret.)

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck was a favorite client of mine. Unlike some, he always "listened to his lawyer". As others have pointed out, I remember his signature smile and winning attitude. Condolences to his loving family.jim moore

Bob McCarley

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Sorry about Chuck. He was a quality guy and cared about other people. My regrets to the family

John Havel

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We started our relationship when Chuck was a customer of mine. He then enticed me to join Enmar in Wichita, Kansas. He has been a dear friend since 1972. His great intellect, keen whit and even greater personality will be greatly missed. There is MUCH to celebrate in this man's life. John Havel Wichita, Kansas

Jeff Davis, III

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Grieving with you in your time of loss Lis and Randy
Sincerely,
Jeff

Jeff Davis,III

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Dear Lis and Randy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of your loss.
With sadness,
Jeff

Gary Barnett

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck was a warm and great guy. I always looked forward to my conversations with him at the duck club. He had a great sense of humor and and a very welcoming nature. He will be missed.
Gary Barnett

Walter Hussman

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck was a great next door neighbor to us over the past 28 years. Always cheerful, friendly, and helpful, he always asked about out kids who grew up next to him. My son Palmer and I loved walking through the woods below his home and along the creek beside his house. I regret we will be out of state this Friday. We will miss him. Walter

Thomas D. Honeycutt

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Lis and Randy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate your father's life.

Mark and Mary Hastings

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck, you will be missed everyday. Your sweet smile, kind words and huge heart!!!! You will always be in our families heart with love and respect. I will miss my "Little Racal" and our long talks. You were one of my best friends in Arkansas and I will miss you so much. Thank you for being part of our family. With all our love and found memories, Mark, Mary and Heather Hastings

Charles Alfred "Chuck" Ensminger

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