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Fred Ensley Obituary
Simpsonville, SC - Fred Ensley, Jr., 74 passed away January 24, 2014, at McCall's Hospice House in Simpsonville, SC.
He was born on Sept. 24th 1939 in Ashville, NC to Fred Erwin Ensley Sr. and Marjorie Powell Ensley.
Fred grew up in the Swannanoa Valley. He graduated from Owen High School in Swannanoa, NC in 1958. After high school he attended Gardner Webb college on a football scholarship. Fred joined Aflac in 1978 and was a state and company wide sales and management leader for 35 years. Fred was a member of First Baptist Church of Simpsonville.
Fred was married to the love of his life, Yvonne for 54 years.
He enjoyed spending time with family, grandchildren, friends and traveling.
Fred was preceded in death by Fred E. Ensley Sr.; stepmother, Evelyn Gilbert Ensley; and mother, Marjorie Powell Ensley.
Fred is survived by his wife, Yvonne of Simpsonville, SC; sons Jeff (Iris) and Mark (Kim) of Simpsonville, SC; and grandchildren, Austin, Zach, Brady, Lexa and Connor of Simpsonville, SC; brother, Steve Ensley (Renne'); and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at First Baptist Church of Simpsonville, 3 Hedge St., Simpsonville, SC 29681 on Tuesday January 28, 2014 at 2pm.
A memorial service will be held at Harwood Home for Funerals, 208 West State St, Black Mountain, NC Sunday, February 2, 2014 at 2pm.
Visitation will be after each service. Burial will follow the Memorial service at Mountain View Park in Black Mountain, NC.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to McCalls Hospice House, 1836 W. Georgia Rd., Simpsonville, SC 29680.
Arrangements are in the care of Harwood Home for Funerals. 828-669-2977.
www.harwoodhomeforfunerals.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Fred Ensley
Tammy & Peggy
February 3, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. We enjoyed your company at Capri's so many times, you both were favorite guests. Praying for comfort during this time.
Lynn Kendrick
January 28, 2014
Yvonne, I am so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I loved cutting up with him through the drive thru at the bank. you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Clarence(Binky) Ingle
January 28, 2014
Our deepest condolences for the Ensley Family from the Ingle`s.
Steve & Pam Lee
January 27, 2014
Yvonne, you and your family are in our prayers. Fred made a huge impact on my insurance career and my personal life. He was always a class act, always encouraging. You and Fred helped make our time in South Carolina very special. We love you.
Del Bradshaw
January 27, 2014
Yvonne and family, I am so sorry to hear of Fred's passing today. You, Fred and I go back a long ways. Fred was the gentlemen's gentlemen. I am deeply sadened that he is gone. The BGC family and I will be thinking of you, Mark and Jeff.
Kim Howell Box
January 27, 2014
Yvonne,Jeff, & Mark; My deepest sympathy for all of you. I pray that you will each feel God's Loving Arms holding you close during the difficult days ahead. It's been years since Midget Colts football and Peach City Swimming Pool, but all of you were such great friends that you have remained in my heart & always will. Take care of each other and know that Fred will forever be smiling down upon you. Your friend, Kim Howell Box
Katherine Bailey-Sneed
January 27, 2014
Yvonne Thinking of you and your family,prayers. contact me later.406 Crowell Ave 28465
Frank and Barbara Davies
January 27, 2014
Yvonne, Frank and I would like to express our deepest heartfelt sympathy, we pray God will grant you and your family abundant comfort, strength and reminding presence that Christ has replaced the dark door of death with the shinning gate of life. "Of all the music that reached farthest into heaven, it is the beating of a loving heart." We always had so much fun with you guys for Super Bowl weekend and Fred was always the lucky one! He will be greatly missed.
We love you.
January 27, 2014
Fred has been a Legend in South Carolina Aflac for all of his career and accomplishments. He is one of the most respected men with his ethics, fairness, giving spirit, and love for everyone in all of Aflac. Fred inspired me to become part of this great Aflac family! We well always cherish the friendship and the times we had together! You are our Family! Love, Donna & Rock Smith
Ron & Martha Truluck
January 27, 2014
Yvonne. Martha and I are so sorry of your loss. Fred was a great Christian man. I loss my brother last year to Cancer. Our loss is Heavens gain. God bless you and your family.
Cleo and Don Martin
January 26, 2014
Our prayers are with you Yvonne, and the kids. Fred was such a good man and a great friend. He will be missed.
Angie Stephens-Smith
January 26, 2014
Yvonne, Jeff, and Mark,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Fred. Even though it has been years since I've seen any of you, my thought and prayers are with you for your loss of this dear, sweet man. Prayers of comfort for all of you.
Emily & Tommy Hatcher
January 26, 2014
Thinking of your family during the coming days. Fred was a fine man! We enjoyed the opportunity of knowing him during the Aflac days. May the Peace of God comfort you all as you cherish & remember the wonderful memories you have.
Alan and Melinda Smith
January 26, 2014
Yvonne , We will be praying for you and your family. Fred was such an easy man to love and admire. He lived in a way that has to make you proud. God bless you all.
Jerry&Jill Sullivan
January 26, 2014
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. He was a very nice, kind man, and it was a pleasure to know him and Yvonne through Aflac.
Eileen Hill-Ward
January 26, 2014
Yvonne, my heart goes out to you my long time friend. You know that I am always here for you. Just think, Fred has now seen the face of Jesus. Praise God from whom all blessings flow. My prayers are with you. I love you my friend.
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