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Jacob Hennings Obituary

JACOB JEFFREY HENNINGS Portage, Indiana Age 5, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2007. Jacob was a resident of Portage and attended the Portage Child Care Center. He is survived by his mother, Brigette Winter; father, Willis J. Hennings; brothers, Joseph Hennings of Las Vegas, Joshua Hennings of Lake Station; 3 sisters, Kelly (Mike) Fulkerson of Lake Station, Erika and Brittany Winter both of Portage; grandfather, Willis Hennings, Jr.; grandmothers, Jessie Hennings, Sherry Sullivan and Carla Smolek; great grandfather, John L. Sullivan; many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Jacob was preceded in death by his grandfather, Frank Smolek. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 8, 2007, 1:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Avenue, Portage, with Rev. Jack Anderson officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Portage. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 7, 2007 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel. Please call (219) 762-3013 or www.reesfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Post-Tribune from Feb. 6 to Feb. 7, 2007.

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Cortnie Loving

March 1, 2007

Jacob, was such an amazing person. he brighten every room in which he walked into. Hennings family, you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything i can do to help you out.

Jeff and Darla Frizzell

February 11, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mark, Gina & MJ Perry

February 8, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Stephanie King

February 7, 2007

Im sorry.tears!!!!!!!!!!!
that is so crazy.
well this is Stephanie (lived be hind ya friends with josh)
i am really sorry!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pam Hutchison

February 7, 2007

Joe,there are no words that can be said to comfort you, This is a tragic event and I cannot even begin to understand why or understand your pain, I know how much you loved your brother, I do know he now rests in the arms of our Lord.

Jessica Martir

February 7, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss hope every thing is well. Love Jessica

Beverly Miodragovich

February 7, 2007

Joe,Bridgett & Family We are so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayer are with you

Roni Stearns

February 7, 2007

Dear Brigette, Joe & Family
I'm so sorry for your loss of Jacob. I'll miss him asking me for cookies at Millers. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Roni

Kim & Kip Molchan

February 6, 2007

Joe and Bridgette,
There are no words I can find to express my profound sadness for you. Just know that we love you, and Jake will always be a part of us, he may have only been 5 but he has left footprints in the sand.

DEBBIE OMA GERRIE YOURE WALMART FRIENDS

February 6, 2007

henning family we are so sorry for youre loss.our hearts go out to you. jesse you will be in our prayers .heaven just recieved a little angel he will be with you all always .

Michele Birzensky

February 6, 2007

Bridgette
Dan called and told me...I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers

Natasha Hott

February 6, 2007

Josh, Joe, and the rest of the Hennings family...i am soooo sorry for your loss...you know im here for you whenever you need me....i know what its like and it will be hard but you guys are a stronge family and can slowly move on as the days go by...i love your family and pray for you <3

Nichole Miodragovich

February 6, 2007

Sorry your lose, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sorry I could not be there for you.

Tomm & Tammy Alsman

February 6, 2007

Joe, Brigette and family,
Words cannot express our sorrow,may your memories of Jake give you the strength to get through this very difficult time.

Marybeth (D'Aloisio) Marrow

February 6, 2007

Sonny, Jessie, Joe and the Hennings Family,
I know there is no words to take away your pain, in time it will fade. Keep little Jacob close at heart, and he will be with you always.
Another angle has gone home. You and the family are in our prayers.

Dawn Ronk

February 6, 2007

Brigette, Joe, and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Jake Please dont hesitiate to call us for anything! Our deepest Love,

Bob and Dawn Ronk (Phoenix, AZ)

Lenore Sharp

February 6, 2007

It is with great sympathy and sorrow for your loss that I am sending you my prayers and strength through this very difficult time. Jacob was a friend to my son @ Portage Child Care. He will truly be missed.

sending hugs and prayers, Lenore and Wesley Sharp & family

Fran, Gary Banks

February 6, 2007

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Tina, Brian Barthel & Family

February 6, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Lisa & Craig Keilman & Family

February 6, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Bridget Goudy

February 6, 2007

Dear Bridgette,

Words cannot express how sorry and saddened I am for you and your family, You know me and you know all I have endured if you EVER need to talk, you call me and I am here for you, I am one person that can honestly say I know how you feel... So know that God is with you and I love you and I want to help in anyway I can..Please tell Brittney and Erica they can always call Tante Bridget to come visit, talk or whatever they may need as well.. Jacob is with his cousins Courtney and Jacob now and with his Aunt Debbie, and they are all there for him.. I want to do whatever I can for you

Cindi

February 6, 2007

Bridgett,Joe & Family,
You are in our thoughts and prays.

Love
Mike and Cindi Kietzman

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