Committal
Hunter was proceeded in death by his Nana, Vivian Pauline Dean Ensley and his uncle Anthony Gehle. Hunter is survived by his parents, Rhonda and Michael Ensley of the home, grandparents Haven & Carol Ensley of Morganton, Millie & Richard Goodell of Franklin, NC, and Richard & Karen Gehle of Okeechobee, FL. Uncles Randall Gehle & wife Annette, David Ensley & wife Kim, Sean ONeill and wife Danielle, Aunts Vicki Todd & husband Mark, and Renee Palmer & husband Joel. Four first cousins also survived, Michael Todd, Allie Todd, Kaitlin Ensley, and Cassidy Lakes.
Hunter was a person of many accomplishments as he was the Class of 2022 Valedictorian at Freedom High School, an Eagle Scout, and had a vast array of other accomplishments. His mind was keen and powerful and even at Duke University he had a mind capable of challenging the strongest scholarly thinkers. To demonstrate his range of capabilities he was also an accomplished equipment operator. Hunter was able to do anything that he cared to do and anything he set his mind to.
The loss of such a young and promising person defies explanation and understanding. Hunter found this world full of hypocrisy and pain. He is now in his forever home with the Lord Jesus and his Nana with whom he is playing Secret Agent. Hunter was our heartbeat, and our hearts will never beat right again. We will miss him and love him forever and be joyous when we meet him again standing by his Nana and our Lord Jesus. The world is a bit less bright, a bit gloomier, and will never be the same. Please pray for us as we learn to cope with a loss much too early in life.
A celebration of Hunters life will be held at First Baptist Church of Morganton, North Carolina on his birthday, June 18th, 2025, with a visitation starting at 9:30am and the service starting at 11:00am.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Visitation
June 18, 2025
9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
First Baptist Church Morganton
Service
June 18, 2025
11 a.m.
First Baptist Church Morganton
Committal
N/A
Tribute Wall
Leave a tribute for Hunter Lee Ensley.
My heart aches for you. There are no words to express our sympathies. We love you and please let us know if we can help to ease your pain at all.
It seems like yesterday that this beautiful brown-eyed boy joined our Cub Scout Pack 202. I was overjoyed as Hunter brought inquisitiveness, intelligence, spunk, and kindness to our tight-knit group. Being his den leader was a joy because there was always a smile, hug, and willingness to help. He also brought with him a family who adored and supported him. Even his grandfather pitched in to teach life skills to our Pack. It is difficult to wrap my brain around him being gone so soon. The world is a better place because of Hunter, and our lives are better because of his influence. I will always be so proud of him. May he rest in the arms of our loving God. Rhonda & Michael, may you feel the prayers and love that are being sent to you and your precious family during this time. With love, "Ms. Ingrid", Jeff, Reed & John Farrar
My heart is broken and my sky’s are dark today. I had the honor and pleasure of photographing Rhonda Michael and Hunter from day 1. I watching him grow into a beautiful young man with so much talent. I was so taken by the way his mind worked and his sheer intelligence. I knew he was destined for greatness. We are heartbroken the Lord called him home. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Rhonda, Michael and all their families. We can’t imagine your pain. We are praying for your comfort during these difficult days ahead. With Love from Stephen and the Dey family. God Bless!
Dear Rhonda and Mike, you and all of your family members are in my heartfelt thoughts and prayers.
My heart is broken for such a loss as you have. The world will miss such a precious Great Nephew as he was to me. Many prayers and thoughts go out to you all. May God give you comfort in many ways. Love you all
You will forever be little Hunter to us, playing and always smiling, with Marlie.. these will always be precious moments and memories. You were Loved by many… For ever Blessed to have been apart of your life.