Wendell C. Ensminger, 79, of Lockridge passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at the New London Specialty Care Center.
Wendell was born May 18, 1945, in Mount Pleasant, the son of Frank and Marie (Anderson) Ensminger. He was united in marriage to Linnea Bergren and from this union two daughters were born, Julie and Emily. He studied at Southeastern Community College receiving an AA degree in machinist technology. Wendell was a proud lifelong Iron Workers Local 89 member and a Vietnam Army veteran.
Wendell was also a devoted Chevrolet enthusiast; he especially liked classic muscle cars and watching motorsports. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, playing golf, and rock music. Wendell was an easygoing, entertaining, and fun guy to be around. He was always ready with a good joke or quip to keep everyone entertained wherever you might be.
He is survived by his children, Emily Ensminger and Julie Ensminger, his granddaughter, Sarah Ensminger, his brother, Randy (Eileen) Ensminger and his sister, Janice (Tom) Daniels, his sister-in-laws, Saundra Ensminger and Penny Ensminger, along with many nieces and nephews and their children.
Wendell was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Donnie Ensminger, Jack Ensminger, Dennis Ensminger, and a sister-in-law, Janet Ensminger.
Friends may call on Friday, September 13, 2024, after 2 p.m. at the Murphy Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant. The family will be present from 5 to 7 p.m. that evening. Memorials in his memory may be directed to Noah’s Ark Animal Foundation and to EveryStep Hospice.
Wendell’s family would like to extend their sincere thank you to everyone at EveryStep Hospice and the New London Care Center for the great care he received.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com
Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, is caring for his arrangements.