Photo courtesy of Rexwinkel Funeral Home - Le Mars
Le Mars, Iowa
Jul 5, 1940 – Mar 2, 2020 (Age 79)
Sylvia Henning, 79, of Le Mars, Iowa, passed away Monday, March 2, 2020 at her home in Le Mars.
There will be a Prayer Service at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Rexwinkel Funeral Home in Le Mars. Visitation with the family present will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Private family burial will be in Memorial Cemetery in Le Mars. Arrangements are with the Rexwinkel Funeral Home in Le Mars. Expressions of sympathy can be extended to the family through www.rexwinkelfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Sylvia’s name to the Le Mars Ambulance Service.
Sylvia Jean Goslinga was born July 5, 1940 on a farm in Sioux County, Iowa, the daughter of John Sr and Silvia (Van Beek) Goslinga. She attended school in Hospers, Iowa and graduated from Hospers High School in 1957. Following high school, she moved to Le Mars and began working at Aalfs Manufacturing.
She was united in marriage to Roger Henning on May 25, 1965 in Elk Point, South Dakota. The couple made their home in Le Mars. Sylvia provided daycare out of her home for over 43 years. Roger passed away May 15, 1999. Sylvia continued to make her home in Le Mars.
She enjoyed going with her family to their cabin in SW Minnesota. She also enjoyed having lunch and coffee with her friends and collecting angels. She was an avid fan of Iowa Hawkeye football and the Kansas City Royals. Most of all, she loved the time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed watching them participate in their activities.
Survivors include her 3 children: Rockey (Beth) Henning of Sioux City, IA, Rhonda Henning of Le Mars, IA, and Renae Henning of Kansas City, MO; 2 grandchildren: Matt (Hayley) Henning of Ocala, FL and Sara Henning (fiancé, Parker Sones) of Dakota Dunes, SD; her sister: Betty Roos of Sioux Falls ,SD; a brother in law: Wilbert Van Gelder of Tucson, AZ; her sisters in law: Jo Goslinga of Hospers, IA, Jean Goslinga of Orange City, IA, Lorraine Henning of Sioux City, IA, and Theresa Goslinga of Orange City, IA; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Silvia Goslinga; her husband, Roger Henning; 3 brothers: Stewart, John Jr, and Erwin Goslinga; and a sister: Clara Van Gelder.
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Our Thoughts and Prayer go out to the Henning Family. Sylvia was the absolute Best Substitute Mom we could have ever asked for.
Bryan Westhoff
March 05, 2020 | North Pole, AK | Neighbor
Our thoughts and prayers are with Sylvias family.
Sylvia helped me raise my kids. She provided a safe place for them each day, gave them a sense of belonging and accountability each day. If they were sick, naughty or just kids, she embraced them. We are forever grateful for the care she provided for Jason, Jon and Nikki.
May you Rest In Peace Sylvia.
Donna Schindel
Donna Schindel
March 05, 2020 | Urbandale, IA | Friend
Our sympathies. There were many fun times at the lakes. Since then, We always enjoyed running into her and that friendly smile.
Joanie Overman
March 04, 2020 | Le Mars, IA | Friend
So sorry to hear of Syrias passing. To and I are both under the weather. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Mary Morris
March 04, 2020 | Friend
Sylvia was a great lady- had a huge part in our family with all 3 of my kids, We were her first 3 kid family and I was always the last to pick up and my youngest was always on her lap with a special snack or treat. Thankful to have had her as long as we did. Our thoughts and prayer are with her family.
Don & Tammy Allaway Family
Tammy Allaway
March 04, 2020 | Le Mars, IA
So many memories... babysitter for Greg, then our children at times,wonderful neighbor, great friend of my mother, ( always that 9 am telephone /coffee chat between the two of you. Cocktail time on your patio! We all knew the the two of you needed that after babysitting all those kids over the years!!!)
Your mother will be missed by so many peoples lifes she touched . May all those wonderful memories give peace during this time of grief....
Greg & Laurie Westhoff...
Greg & Laurie Westhoff Family
March 04, 2020 | Alma, GA | Friend
Henning family, Chris and I are very saddened to hear of Sylvia's passing. We have many fond memories of both Roger and Sylvia. She is now at peace with Roger. She will be missed by many.
Gene and Chris
Gene Harms
March 04, 2020 | LeMars, IA | Friend
Sending prayers of comfort to the Henning family. Sylvia was an amazing person and babysitter!! Sylvia babysat everyone of my brothers and sister, we were blessed to have such a patient angel looking after us!
Kurt Westhoff
March 04, 2020 | Neighbor
Sending my deepest condolences to Henning Family during this difficult time. Cherish the many memories! I know I have many memories when Sylvia babysat me while I was growing up. She was the Best Babysitter ever!!!! And then having a beer with her at the Graduations over the years. Many many great laughs. She will be missed. Sending much Love and Hugs your way. Barry (Reese and Drake) Westhoff
Barry Westhoff
March 03, 2020 | Scottsdale, AZ | Neighbor
