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Nick Henning Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 19, 2017.

Nicholas Michael Henning passed away at home on Monday April 17, 2017.

The rosary will be prayed at 5:30 PM, on Friday April 21, 2017 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11822 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO, with Mass of Christian Burial immediately following at 6:00 PM. Private burial at Mount Olivet on Saturday.

Nick was born on May 5, 1991 in Overland Park, Kansas to Veronica and John Henning. He graduated from Rockhurst High School in 2010 and went on to graduate from the University of Missouri in Columbia with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications degree in 2014. Nick was in the Sigma Chi Fraternity. Nick worked for C.H. Robinson – Chicago Central.

Nick had a zest for life, love and laughter! He was our joy each day, the life of every party and every family Sunday dinner. He was the protector of the family, always making sure everyone was safe and doing the right thing. He loved his family and was especially close to his brother and sisters. Nick was always smiling and friendly. He has friends all over this country.

He loved sports, knew every statistic possible, loved being in the company of his family and friends. He loved calling people to check in, just to talk or tease someone about a sports game or election outcome.

Nick is survived by his parents Veronica and John Henning, his brother Jack, his sisters Megan (John) Ismert and Mary Elizabeth Henning, and his niece Lydia Marie Ismert. He also leaves behind his grandparents Nancy and Jack Henning and Elena and Robert Fallon and many aunts and uncles and cousins. We will all cherish that he was in our lives and a piece of him will live on in each of us forever.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Rockhurst High School or St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Please offer condolences or share a memory of Nick at www.mcgilleystatelinechapel.com.

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April 15, 2019

Friend

Michael Ronan

Thoughts & Prayers continued . And Mom & Dad included, may our heavenly Father raise all of you up.

April 13, 2019

Family

Sharon Morrisey

Nick was such a neat guy. We are thinking of you today and praying for God to ease your sorrow.

May 16, 2017

Coworker

Kim Richardson

I never had the pleasure of meeting Nick. We worked together via phone. He was always very kind and friendly. Prayers for his family and friends. I will miss him.

April 28, 2017

Philip Wassmer

I was so sorry to hear of this news. John and Veronica I will keep you and the rest of your family in my thoughts. PEACE

April 25, 2017

Jim & Cathy Adler

The standing room only crowd at the Mass was a testimony to a life well-lived, the friends Nick so easily made and cared for, the love he shared, and the love for your family. Sending our love!

April 23, 2017

Brian Schwermann

John, Veronica and family - words obviously can't express our sorrow for your loss. You are in Christie and my thoughts and prayers. John - I will always cherish the privilege of joining you at Nick's initiation at Mizzou. We're here for you and God Bless.

April 21, 2017

Steve & Valerie Mueller

John, Veronica, and family - We send all our sympathy and prayers your way as we are so sorry to learn about Nick's passing. We truly enjoyed knowing Nick and his compassion for sports. Our kids always enjoyed his company and friendship. We know the fonder memories of Nick will always live on and that he will be missed by many.

April 21, 2017

Connie Pennock

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to his family at this time. We only knew Nick via phone conversations, very nice person to work with. We will definitely miss him.

April 21, 2017

We are so sorry for your family's loss.
Jack and Linda Teague

April 21, 2017

Shawn and Lynn Hire

Dear Henning Family,
There are no words to express our grief for your family. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and hold you close as you grieve. May Nick's light in this world shine on in heaven.

April 21, 2017

Emily Quatman Murphy

Dear Henning Family,

Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Nick was one of a kind, and I am so lucky and blessed to have known him. Nick didn't know a stranger and was a friend to everyone he met. I have so many memories with Nick that I will cherish forever. I pray that you may find peace and comfort during this difficult time. I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

April 20, 2017

Rhonda McGuff

John, Veronica, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Nick was a fraternity brother and friend of my son as he was of so many. The first time I ever met your son was at a Mizzou Football tailgate...when my son Jonathan introduced us, Nick got down on one knee and kissed my hand (which I thought was precious).He was always so polite and great to converse with. Always very genuine. My son always enjoyed talking sports and life in general with him. May God's loving embrace comfort you all during this difficult time.

April 20, 2017

Lisa Havens

My heartfelt condolences. May God grant you his Grace and Peace as you grieve the loss of your precious son.

April 20, 2017

Dear Henning family- We are so sorry of the loss of your beautiful son and brother Nick. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are going out to you all. Pam Martin (Allen), Courtney & Matthew Allen Neisius, Caitlin and Matthew Allen

April 20, 2017

Katie Lally

I was so heartbroken to hear of your loss. I will fondly remember Nick for our impassioned political conversations, his zest for life, and his unending optimism in the future of the Royals. He was so loved. Sending so much love to your family in this difficult time.

April 20, 2017

Caroline Thompson

Praying for Nick's family and friends during this time. I went to grade school at Nativity with Nick, and while we haven't seen each other in years, I'll always remember his energy and amazing sense of humor. He helped me to lighten up and not take life too seriously (particularly the "stresses" of 6th grade). I'm so grateful for that. Then, a little more than a year ago, I received a Facebook message from Nick out of the blue. He wanted to let me know that he stumbled upon the spiritual blog I share with my sister (defendthecastle.com) and ended up reading several posts. He went as far as to say it was "fantastic." That gesture gave me so much hope that it was worth continuing to write. In fact, it made me rethink deleting Facebook, as otherwise I would have been out of his reach. In this deeply sad time, Nick still inspires hope in me to carry on and trust. God bless him and his family.

April 20, 2017

Cary & Alicen Ronan

We are so very sorry for your loss and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

April 20, 2017

Stephanie Blaine

Dear Henning Family,
May God's grace offer you some peace during this time of despair. May the strong loving bond of your family give you strength when you feel as if you have none. I am sorry for the loss of your Nick and I am sorry for the pain you must all be feeling.

April 20, 2017

Maddy Wheeler

Lighting this candle in hopes you are able to feel the light of His presence as you go through this heartbreak. With heart felt prayers

April 20, 2017

Although I didn't know Nick, my two sons are his Sigma Chi brothers. We are
all gravely sadden by the news of your son Nick. We can only pray for you and your family to bear with God's strength this tragedy.

Gayle, Buz,Jim and Tim Pettey

April 20, 2017

Jonathan McGuff

My deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time. Nick was one of the good ones -- a true friend in every sense of the word. I became good friends with him during our time at Mizzou and in Sigma Chi. He was always a fun one to talk with about sports, current events, life, you name it. I'll always remember him for his genuine care for his friends and family, as well as his quick wit and sense of humor. My prayers are with you all.

April 19, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you John, Veronica and family. Our family met Nick in May of 2015 in Chicago and instantly fell in love with him! He was a great young man, an awesome Royals fan and so much fun to be around, Sending thoughts and prayers to the Henning family.
Ed, Mary, Scott, Rebecca & Matthew Bowman

April 19, 2017

Maryalice Williams

A bright light is lost too early. Saying prayers for your strength and healing.
Kent and Maryalice Williams

April 19, 2017

Teresa and Dave Sosinski

Dave and I are sending our prayers to you during this difficult time and in the days to come. We will remember the happy times with Nick, Alex and all the boys at baseball games at 3&2. May God comfort you in your time of need.

April 19, 2017

Jordan Meadows

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Nick. My sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to you and all family and friends. One of the things I'll remember Nick for the most, among many options, is the genuine effort he made to always keep up with all of his friends. Back in college, he seemingly made it a point to stop by our room regularly, even if it was just for a brief moment to check in and see how everyone was doing and what they were up to. It may have been a simple gesture, but it's one that most people don't make. That uncommon effort and care for his friends will always resonate with me.

April 19, 2017

Sandy Mitchell

I am so saddened to see you lost your son. I am praying for strength for you and all of your family.

April 19, 2017

Daniel Wagner

Hello Veronica and John. So sorry to hear about your son, Nick. Although I never knew him, the description of him gives me the impression that he was a wonderful soul and will be greatly missed by all who had the good fortune to know him. My prayers are with you during this trying time.
Dan Wagner Delta Upsilon Chapter Sigma Chi

April 19, 2017

Sharon Morrisey

Johnny and Veronica, we are so devistated by this. We love you all and are great ful of the time we had with Nick. It is such a hard reality. God bless you and the family. Uncle Tom and Aunt Sharon

April 19, 2017

Grace Adler

I am so sad to hear about Nick. I have so many great memories growing up across the street! Sending much love and hugs to your family!

April 19, 2017

Michael Ronan

I am so beset by your loss. I cannot imagine the loss of a child. I will keep Nick a nd all of the family in my prayers especially at daily mass. Your forever friend, Michael Ronan.

April 19, 2017

Sadie McCue

Prayers of strength and healing for all who were lucky enough to know Nick. To his family: I am so incredibly sorry for your loss, and I am so incredibly happy to have known him.

Henning, I'd give anything to be able to make it home this weekend to celebrate your life with our high school and college friends. You were one of the most charismatic people I've ever known, and you will forever be loved by so many. Your sense of humor (often followed by laughter at your own jokes) and fierce loyalty toward those you cared for are two of the things I admired most about you. Sleep with the angels up there, big guy.

April 19, 2017

William Venable

Veronica and John, words cannot express the the love, prayers, and thoughts we are sending your way. Bill

April 19, 2017

Teresa Geist , McClay

Nancy I hope this gets to you, I'm so sorry for the loss of your grandson, my thoughts and prayers to you and your family!

April 19, 2017

Christine Hamele

May God wrap His arms around you and may you find comfort in all the blessed memories you have of such a sweet, funny young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you all so much. "Chrissy" Kirkwood Hamele

April 19, 2017

Karyn Campbell

May God bless you at this difficult time. Praying for your wonderful family, and that the love of Jesus comfort you at this difficult time. Love, The Campbell's

April 19, 2017

Donna Pirotte

Our hearts and prayers are with you. Alex tells me that Nick always had a smile on his face and was full of laughter as your beautiful tribute states. God Bless your family.

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