Germaine C. “Gerry” Henningfield, age 83, of Volo, died Saturday, February 4, 2017, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born September 21, 1933 in Burlington, Wisconsin to Frank and Anna (Spieker) May. On November 28, 1953, she married Leo Henningfield in Burlington. Raised in Burlington, Gerry was a resident of Volo since…
Continue ReadingGermaine C. “Gerry” Henningfield, age 83, of Volo, died Saturday, February 4, 2017, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born September 21, 1933 in Burlington, Wisconsin to Frank and Anna (Spieker) May. On November 28, 1953, she married Leo Henningfield in Burlington.
Raised in Burlington, Gerry was a resident of Volo since 1966. She also lived in Denver for two years and Mundelein for nearly 10 years. For the majority of her lifetime, Gerry was a homemaker. An avid seamstress, she also liked to knit and enjoyed a love of reading.
Gerry was very active throughout her lifetime in several organizations. She was a member of the Lake County Association for Home and Community Education, a volunteer with the former Centegra-Northern Illinois Medical Center, a member of the Centegra-NIMC Auxiliary, a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 491, a member of Women of the Moose Unit #1328, Senior Citizens of Wauconda, and a member of The Church of Holy Apostles in McHenry.
Survivors include seven children, Gerald (Joy) Henningfeld of Wauconda, Deborah (Dick) Quagliano of Barrington, Elaine (Robert) Witte of North Port, FL, Barb (Rich) Sheldon of Crystal Lake, JoAnne (Dan) Coughlin of Libertyville, Michael (Nancy) Henningfield of McHenry, Patrick (Sharon) Henningfield of LaGrange; 16 grandchildren, Corey, Bryant, B.J., Michael, Anthony, Colleen, Ben, Stephanie, Steven, Greg, Brian, Sarah, Sean, Marcus, Jack, and Alex; 8 ½ great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Bernice Mitchell of East Troy, Wisconsin, and Genevieve (John) Jensen of Twin Lakes, Wisconsin.
In addition to her parents, Gerry was preceded in death by her husband, Leo, in 2007; a brother, Adrian May; and a sister, Helen Poepping.
Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 9, 2017, at Justen Funeral Home & Crematory, 3700 Charles J. Miller Road, McHenry, IL 60050. Visitation resumes at The Church of Holy Apostles Friday from 9 a.m. to the time of the funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in The Church of Holy Apostles Cemetery, McHenry.
For those wishing to send an expression of condolence, her family suggests Masses or a memorial tribute made to JourneyCare Foundation, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025.
For information, call the funeral home at 815-385-2400, or visit www.justenfh.com, where friends may leave an on-line condolence message for her family.
Funeral Home:
Justen Funeral Home & Crematory
3700 Charles J Miller Road
McHenry, IL
United States 60050
Mel Long
left a message on February 10, 2017:
Remembering with fondness our volunteer work at the McHenry Hospital....Gerry was so special, cordial and totally at ease with her kind personality and outreach to patients and visitors.....and we certainly enjoyed great lunch dates with our volunteer alumni group over the years.....Christmas gathering last December at Chessie's in Barrington. Mel & Lois Long
I. Hernandez
left a message on February 9, 2017:
Will always remember her. Amazing mother, amazing person & volunteer!
Dan and Nancy Jacobson
left a message on February 9, 2017:
So sorry to hear about the passing of a wonderful lady with a very bright smile. Always knew how to make people feel welcome. Heaven has a new bright member...and seamstress! Hugs and prayers.
The Bolnick Family
left a message on February 9, 2017:
So sorry for your loss. Such a special lady. I will remember her beautiful, sweet smile and how much my family enjoyed our time with "Grandma Gerry".
Sandra Schoen
left a message on February 8, 2017:
I am so sorry for your loss, Elaine & Bob and your family. Your mom seems to have had a full life with her children and activities. May she Rest In Peace. The memories she left with you will help to heal your hearts.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Diane Spieker
left a message on February 8, 2017:
My heartfelt sympathy to you all. I loved being with Germaine and I feel so sad that she is gone.
Pat and Jerry Greenwald
left a message on February 8, 2017:
Our deepest sympathy to all of Gerry's family- Gerry was a light-hearted, loving , sweet lady. Her gentle smile, sense of humor, caring personality and deep faith made her so loveable. For all that she was to her family and friends, she will always hold a special place in our heart. We will miss seeing her every Sunday at Church, but I know she has a front row seat with Our Lord for all eternity. Love Pat and Jerry Greenwald
CARL AND JERI JOY JACOBSON
left a message on February 8, 2017:
OUR most sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother Aunt Germaine.Great lady with a great smile and always very friendly with a beautiful personality.May her soul rest in peace.
Dave and Chris Enright
left a message on February 7, 2017:
We were saddened to hear of Germaine passing. Words cannot express how I feel. You were all like family to me. Remember the good times you shared and Germaine will never be far away. May God bless you with peace and comfort.
Tracy Sanders Bahn
left a message on February 7, 2017:
I am sad to hear of your loss of a wonderful mother, sister, and grandma. May her memory be a blessing.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Mel Long
left a message on February 10, 2017:
Remembering with fondness our volunteer work at the McHenry Hospital....Gerry was so special, cordial and totally at ease with her kind personality and outreach to patients and visitors.....and we certainly enjoyed great lunch dates with our volunteer alumni group over the years.....Christmas gathering last December at Chessie's in Barrington. Mel & Lois Long
I. Hernandez
left a message on February 9, 2017:
Will always remember her. Amazing mother, amazing person & volunteer!
Dan and Nancy Jacobson
left a message on February 9, 2017:
So sorry to hear about the passing of a wonderful lady with a very bright smile. Always knew how to make people feel welcome. Heaven has a new bright member...and seamstress! Hugs and prayers.
The Bolnick Family
left a message on February 9, 2017:
So sorry for your loss. Such a special lady. I will remember her beautiful, sweet smile and how much my family enjoyed our time with "Grandma Gerry".
Sandra Schoen
left a message on February 8, 2017:
I am so sorry for your loss, Elaine & Bob and your family. Your mom seems to have had a full life with her children and activities. May she Rest In Peace. The memories she left with you will help to heal your hearts.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Diane Spieker
left a message on February 8, 2017:
My heartfelt sympathy to you all. I loved being with Germaine and I feel so sad that she is gone.
Pat and Jerry Greenwald
left a message on February 8, 2017:
Our deepest sympathy to all of Gerry's family- Gerry was a light-hearted, loving , sweet lady. Her gentle smile, sense of humor, caring personality and deep faith made her so loveable. For all that she was to her family and friends, she will always hold a special place in our heart. We will miss seeing her every Sunday at Church, but I know she has a front row seat with Our Lord for all eternity. Love Pat and Jerry Greenwald
CARL AND JERI JOY JACOBSON
left a message on February 8, 2017:
OUR most sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother Aunt Germaine.Great lady with a great smile and always very friendly with a beautiful personality.May her soul rest in peace.
Dave and Chris Enright
left a message on February 7, 2017:
We were saddened to hear of Germaine passing. Words cannot express how I feel. You were all like family to me. Remember the good times you shared and Germaine will never be far away. May God bless you with peace and comfort.
Tracy Sanders Bahn
left a message on February 7, 2017:
I am sad to hear of your loss of a wonderful mother, sister, and grandma. May her memory be a blessing.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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