Steven Frank Henning

October 7, 1941 - September 18, 2014

Steven Frank Henning, 72 of Huntley, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born Oct. 7, 1941 the son of Ralph and Phyllis (Williams) Henning. He was raised on a farm and attended Huntley High School.  After high school he worked at Union Special for seven years. Wanting something different, he worked for the United States Post Office in Elgin and retired from there after 40 years. He was married for 48yrs. to Pat Ream of Dundee, who was the love of his life.  He and Pat moved to Sun City of Huntley in 1999 and lived there till his death.  Throughout the years he enjoyed being a father to not only his own children, but over 200 foster children. He loved supporting his children and grandchildren in all their endeavors, anything from a sporting event to a paper route. Also on that list were family vacations, snowmobiling, and camping at WoodHaven Lakes with his children. After retirement he loved flying his RC planes, being a part of the Sportsman's Club, shooting with his friends, the Flying Club, being able to fly with friends in small private planes, and taking his grandsons fishing.  After getting cochlear implants, he enjoyed going to Pat's concerts with the Sun City Band & Encore Chamber Orchestra. He was able to share his love and ability to overcome adversity with everyone who had the pleasure of having met him. His legacy will live on through all the people he has touched. He is survived by his wife of  48 yrs, Pat; children, Sean (Dana) Henning of Huntley, Kelli (Pete) Albanese of Macomb, Keelyn (Alisha) Henning of Madison, WI, Elisabeth Stevens of Ft Meyer, Fla, Julli Henning of Bristol, VA; Grandchildren, Taylor, Connor & Cole Henning, Sophia & Isabella Henning, Lindsey Wells; 4 brothers, David (Eileen),Stan (Kay), Terry (Connie) and Ralph Henning. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Bud; and grandson, Mitchell. Visitation will be on Monday, Sept. 22 at the 1st Congregational Church, 11628 E. Main Street, Huntley from 3 - 8 pm and will continue on Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 10 am until the 11 am Funeral Service with the Rev. Lance Lackore and Rev. Michelle McNamara officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name may be directed to JourneyCare Hospice.