Charles Albert Enterkin

Charles Albert Enterkin, age 95, of Many, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Charles was born on January 13, 1931, in Ferriday, Louisiana, to John and Mary Alexander Enterkin. In 1952, Charles completed his education in X-ray technologies and later completed his laboratory certification. He joined the military on September 24, 1954, and honorably served as a medic in the United States Army for two years. On December 11th, 1954, Charles married the love of his life, Pearletta O’Dell, whom he was married to until her death in 2010. He later began a career as an X-ray and laboratory technician at the hospitals in Many, Louisiana, where he worked until his retirement.

An avid horseman, airplane pilot, and farmer, Charles loved the outdoors, especially deer hunting. His life was also grounded in faith, as he was a long-time member of the First United Methodist Church in Many, Louisiana

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Alexander Enterkin; his wife, Pearletta O’Dell Enterkin; his daughter, Cynthia Heard; and his grandchildren, Charles Enterkin and Ian Enterkin.

He is survived by his children, Charles “Chuck” Enterkin (Maxine), Vicki Enterkin Isgitt (Allen), and Sandra Enterkin Ferguson (Pat); nine grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and many friends.

Funeral services for Charles Enterkin will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026 at First United Methodist Church in Many, Louisiana. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. followed by a service at 2:00 p.m. A burial will follow at Oakhill Cemetery.

Honoring their grandfather, Bradly Enterkin, Paige Heard, Jimmy Heard, Lane Isgitt, Aaron Isgitt, Alex Isgitt, Jeremy Ferguson, Jennifer Ferguson Hoglin, and Joseph Ferguson will serve as pall bearers.

Charles will be remembered for his kindness to others, his willingness to always try new things, and his love of traveling with friends and family whenever possible.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations can be made to First United Methodist Church in Many, Louisiana.

Services and care were provided to the family by Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Many, Louisiana.