Phillip A Henington's Obituary
Decatur- Phillip A. Henington, 56, of Decatur went to be with the Lord and his mother on Monday, April 11, 2016.
Phil was born on March 19, 1960 in Decatur, IL the son of Jimmy J. and Virginia M. (Stratton) Henington. He was the owner of Phil Henington Auto Service. He enjoyed racing stock cars and midgets. He was the Mini Stock Champion in 1982 racing in Farmer City, Macon, and Charleston. He could fix anything. He was kind hearted and would try to help anyone whom he could.
Surviving are his life partner, Lori Bowman; father, Jimmy J. Henington of Decatur, IL; brothers, Jimmy D. Henington (Kathleen) of Decatur, IL; Daniel Henington (Diane) of Clarksville, TN; sisters, Glenda Gullion (Robert) of Fort Wayne, IN; Sue Johnson of Decatur; Shawnda Tague (Randy) of Decatur; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
Funeral service celebrating Phil’s life will be 10 AM Friday, April 15, 2016 in Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be 6-8 PM Thursday in the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the donor’s choosing. Casual attire is welcome.
The family of Phillip A. Henington is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. Send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Video Tribute for Phillip A. Henington: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/BBJXRQ5W7PZQRZFY
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