Robert C. Menking, Jr

ROBERT C. MENKING JR., 79, of Little Rock, Ark., was peacefully called home in faith and glory on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022. Bob was born in Little Rock, Ark., on Oct. 24, 1943, to Robert Menking and Edith Shonert Menking. He was preceded in death by both parents and cherished wife, Mary A. Menking. Bob is survived by his devoted and adoring daughter Christine Gronwald (Jason) of Little Rock; and granddaughters, Zoe and Gigi; brother, Rodger Menking (Katherine Novak) and sister, Barbara Scharman (Clifford); nieces Alison Scharman (Arjun) and Mary Margret Wingfield. He will be deeply missed by his beloved Cody who gave him such joy every day. Son of a Lt. Colonel in the Army, Bob traveled all over the world with his family acquiring exposure to many cultures. Bob graduated from Salinas High School in California in 1961. He completed several years of college education in business and marketing at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. He went on to earn his insurance license where he spent the entirety of his successful career as a business development and insurance executive. Serving the U.S. Army both the National Guard and the Reserves for many years, Bob earned his commission as an officer in 1967. Bob was talented in anything he attempted. He played the piano and guitar by ear, easily picking up any song he heard. He had a love of all music and spoke fluent German. He had a passion for knowledge with an emphasis on U.S. military history. His greatest joy was spending time with and caring for his cherished wife and daughter. Animals and children gave him such happiness as he had a heart full of so much love. Bob was a strong Christian raised and baptized as a Lutheran and converted to Methodist with his wife, Mary. He walked the path of a Christian each day in kindness and love. His laugh was contagious with an endearing sense of humor, and he delighted in telling stories. Visitation will be Friday, Nov. 18 at Chenal-Roller Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Pkwy, Little Rock from 4-6 p.m. Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, November 19 at 11:30 a.m., at Chenal-Roller Funeral Home with graveside services to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park, 7401 Hwy. 5, Alexander. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, Ark., 72210. Please sign our online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.