Henry D. Wiens, Jr.San AngeloHenry D. Wiens, Jr., 65, of San Angelo, TX passed away on December 16, 2016 in the presence of family and friends after a long and fearless struggle with melanoma. Henry was born on May 7, 1951 in Wichita, Kansas to parents Henry and Jean Wiens and raised in Omaha, Nebraska. A man of great faith, Henry had no greater love than his love for Christ. After graduating from Hesston College seminary in Kansas, Henry served as a Mennonite church planter in Colorado and had a life-long passion for service to others. A man of adventure and big dreams, Henry never stood still. He went from shrimp-boating in the early 70s to ambling across the country; traveling and exploring all that life and this great big world had to offer. He enjoyed sharing his travels and faith with others along the way. Henry's favorite places were the beach or mountains; second only to anywhere on Earth as long as it was shared with family and friends. A man of good food and drink, Henry had a distinguished career as a chef and in food service management and consulting; specializing in patient service, kitchen production, catering and retail service for large hospital systems. Henry was best known in San Angelo as the executive chef and nutrition services director for San Angelo Community Medical Center. He appeared on local TV segments such as "Let's Eat," and most recently "Savor Food & Life." A graduate of ProChef Program at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, Henry enjoyed teaching cooking techniques and recipes, and sharing his passion with the many he mentored.Henry never met a stranger.Henry is survived by his wife Brenda Scarpa-Wiens; daughters: Anna Salinas and husband Jason, Angie Wiens Talbert and husband Scott; his son Justin; grandchildren: Kara, Nathan, Alyssa and Aiden; step-children: Britni Bradford and Bronson Boatright; step-grandchildren: Cailyn, Colton and Cora; sister Kathy Courtnage and husband Larry; sister Pamela Berger and husband John; sister Diane Kelly and husband Gerry; brother David and wife Patrice; brother Michael and wife Mary. He will be missed by many beloved nieces and nephews around the country. He is also remembered by his first wife, Patricia Finn. He is preceded in death by his parents Henry and Jean Wiens.A public memorial service will be held on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016 at 3 p.m. at the Chapel in The Vineyard, 5000 Cralle Rd in Christoval, TX. Donations can be made in Henry's memory to MD Anderson Cancer Center to a designated fund in his name benefiting melanoma research at mdanderson.org/gifts so that others may continue their own adventures.Henry's memory can also be honored with good food and fellowship this holiday season.Family and friends can sign the online register book at harper-funeralhome.com.