Michael Christopher Heinzig

Mike Heinzig, age 49, passed away June 25, 2019, at home under Hospice care. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 10, 2019, from 4-6 pm, followed by the Funeral Service at 6 pm, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Benson.

Michael Christopher Heinzig was born August 10, 1969, in Gibson City, Illinois, the son of Rev. Harold Frederick and Irene Ruth (Niebergall) Heinzig. He was baptized by Rev. William Heinzig and confirmed by Rev. Harold Heinzig at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. He grew up in Crescent City, IL, and completed his Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology in 1990. On June 15, 1996, Mike was united in marriage to Stephanie Ann Twait. They were blessed with 23 years of marriage and a daughter, Emma. Among the many things he enjoyed were music, woodworking, stained glass, gardening, golfing, playing dice with the guys on Tuesdays, and spending time with family.

Mike is survived by his wife Stephanie, daughter Emma, parents Harold and Irene Heinzig, brother Jason Heinzig, in-laws Stephen and Sandra Twait, sister-in-law Kiersten (Ernest) Twait-Datcher, and many other relatives. Mike was a phenomenal husband, father, son, brother, and friend. Blessed be his memory.