Anne Phelan Sep 20, 2021

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

Annette, You know we couldn’t love you and Chuck more! Our hearts are broken! But we love the joy he brought to you and your marriage! We are and will always be right here beside you! Love, Anne and John

Alan Hoskins Sep 20, 2021

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

A friend once told me, "If I were going to own a golf course, the first person I'd hired would be Chuck." I think that speaks volumes of all that knew him, I think he was a friend to every golfer who played regularly at Sunflower Hills, especially us old geezers in the Senior Leagues. When a photo was taken to give to Chuck, more than 100 golfers were there. To say he's been missed the last couple of years is a huge understatement.

Kathy Chapin Cox Sep 20, 2021

Knew his sister, Karen ,El Paso ,Texas

So sorry for your loss, praying for peace and the best of memories of a good man.

Debby Taylor Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Carlsbad ,California

I am so sorry to read of Chuck’s passing. Pete and I very much enjoyed our times with you all. I pray for your strength and please know we are here for you. Love to all.

Jerry Lamb Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Liberty ,Missouri

Chuck was such a great guy and always a pleasure to be around especially at Sunflower Hills Golf Club. He always had a smile and a quick and funny sense of humor. He has been and will be missed as well as remembered for years to come.

Rick egnatic Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Lenexa ,Kansas

So sad to hear of chuck’s passing. What a great guy. He will be missed. Prayers to the family.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

Donald Giannotti Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Every time I came in the clubhouse Chuck had a story he would want me to relay to Frank Rounds of course by the time I saw Frank I would forget the riddle...Frank said that's ok but tell Chuck this... but by the time I saw him I would forget that riddle and on and on it went. I don't remember any of those riddles but I do remember Chuck!!! I am so sorry for his passing

Sarah Burgess Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

Chuck and I worked together at Sunflower Hills when it opened back in the 70’s. I loved his soft spoken ways and his little laugh:) There isn’t a finer gentleman and friend than Chuck. Sunflower Hills will never be the same without him. God Bless Chuck and may he Rest In Peace🙏

Tom Bachelor Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

Never in all my years of playing Sunflower did I ever walk in pro shop, see Chuck and him never ever not have smile on his face or kind words. I think Sunflower will have big hole to fill. Not sure God didn’t hit a shank on this one. Best to family, I’m quite sure Chuck is in good hands.

Martha F Aquino Sep 21, 2021

friend of family ,Kansas City ,Missouri

Annette and family, I am so very sorry for your loss, sending hugs and lots of love. Heaven gained an angel and I know he will always be watching over you.

TIm Nick Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

I worked with Chuckie for several years and have many great memories, from our bad weekly golf matches with Little Man and TJ, our ping pong battles in the winter and who could give each other the most trouble. It has not been the same walking in the doors and seeing his face and hearing his laugh. RIP my friend. .

Dennis Sep 21, 2021

Golf Friend Senior league/ Wednesdays ,OVERLAND PARK ,Kansas

Blessings to the Family One day I asked Chuck which golf balls to buy? He said Dennis it is not so much about the arrow but more about the Indian. Thanks Chuck I get it. Love from a high handicap player named Dennis

Ruth Medley Sep 21, 2021

Long time friend ,Shawnee ,Kansas

Our sincerest condolences to Ettinger family during the loss of a husband, brother, uncle and friend to many. So young to have left so much life left undone. May you find comfort in the days and months to come in everlasting memories. Our prayers are with you, RIP dear Chuckles! Ron and Ruth Medley

Josh & Stacy Shide Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Lansing ,Kansas

Dearest Annette and Chuck’s family, Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Kindest regards, Stacy, Jaidyn, and Josh

Mike Ernst Sep 21, 2021

Friend ,Harker Heights ,Texas

Chuck was a great friend and my first supervisor working at Sunflower in the 80s and 90s. We watched many KU basketball and Chiefs football games together. One of the best memories of Chuck was playing with him in the Oldsmobile Scramble and making it to Disney World for the finals…what a trip and great times. Chuck will be missed!

Tim Carr Sep 21, 2021

Coworker ,Leawood ,Kansas

Simply one of the good guys.

Todd Milberger Sep 22, 2021

Sunflower Hills GC patron ,Olathe ,Kansas

Chuck is one of the major reasons I have been a patron at Sunflower Hills for over 20 years. I have looked forward to Chuck’s friendly smile and early morning conversations for years and miss them dearly. First class gentleman and a role model to the golfing community. He’s greatly missed and in my prayers and thoughts. God bless! Todd Milberger.

Carl & Judy Roach Sep 22, 2021

Friend ,Shawnee ,Kansas

Our deepest sympathy goes out to Chuck's family. He was such a kind man and loved by so many friends, especially golfers at Sunflower. He will be greatly missed. I pray for God's comfort & peace for the family. Carl & Judy Roach

Tim Jennings Sep 22, 2021

Friend/Co-Worker ,Scottsdale ,Arizona

Chuck was a friend, golfing partner, coworker, mentor and a pillar at Sunflower over the years! We worked together for nearly a decade and I will cherish the memories! The golf matches on his day off with Tim Nick and Jeff Sedorcek, the Phoenix golf trips with the Poindexter’s, the early mornings pulling up golf carts, the bets on Louie showing up, the hot summers grilling hamburgers on the patio for a tournament and the countless “boring” days working a shift together! I moved away several decades ago but I always enjoyed coming back to catch up with Chuck! You will be missed my friend!

Matthew Matson Sep 23, 2021

Friend from golf course ,Kansas City ,Kansas

I have known Chuck for over 30 years from golf course. When playing in senior league on Wednesday if I wanted to play with someone chuck would always make that happen.He will be greatly missed by everyone at sunflower hills especially Jeff . My thoughts and prayers are with Chucks family I’m sorry for your loss. Matthew Matson

Mark & Bernadette Tomasic Sep 24, 2021

So sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. Mark knew him from Sunflower. Everyone is in our thoughts & prayers