Dr. Richard “Dick” Enstice
In Loving Memory of Dr. Richard “Dick” Enstice
Richard “Dick” Enstice, beloved spouse, father, step-father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026 at the age of 81.
Dick lived a meaningful life filled with dedication to education, memorable accomplishments, and his love for outdoors. He was proud of his time beginning in 1966 as a transfer student at Florida Institute of Technology, earning his BS, MS, and PhD. He became a faculty member, Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Provost during his time at Florida Tech before retiring around 2006 and then was named a faculty emeritus.
Dick will be deeply missed by his wife, Stephanie, his children, Glen (Kristi) Enstice, Susan Enstice, and Sandra (Jason) Johns, his step-children, Anya (Col Anthony) Freude and Nicholas (Melissa) Evancho, along with his 15 grandchildren and many loving friends.
Visitation will be August 22, 2026 from 12:00pm – 1:00pm at Brownlie-Maxwell Funeral Home, 1010 Palmetto Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901 followed by a memorial service at 1:00pm.
Dick will always be remembered for the many stories he shared with others and his kindness to those who loved him. He will remain forever in our hearts. May his memory be Eternal!
