BENNING, John of Stratford, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at the age of 60. Born in The Netherlands, son of Theresa (nee Smid) and the late Klaas Benning. Friend of Margaret Ford. Also survived by his children Brigitte and Tatianna, sisters and brothers; Mary Burt (Winston), Bill Benning (Carla), Mike Benning (Ingrid), and Linda Linker (Dan) and by several nieces, nephews and grandchildren. John’s life was celebrated Thursday, January 19 in Stratford.