Long time resident Harrison Steans passed away 2/26/19. Harrison and Lois moved to Bannockburn in 1976 and raised three daughters – Jennifer, Heather and Robin. The girls all graduated from Bannockburn School and have many fond memories of growing up in Bannockburn. The
Woods, Lewis, Aults and Heaths routinely together as families doing
treasure hunts in their huge yard, tennis at the Aults, horseback riding at the Jones house and pool parties with family and neighbors. At one 4
th
of July celebrations a helicopter landed in the yard and one of the guest’s son jumped out to deliver a birthday present for Harrison, and then took right off. The Village then created an ordinance that no helicopters could land in the Village.
Harrison had a brilliant career in banking and was known for his outstanding business leadership, great vocabulary, funny jokes and his booming laugh. Harrison believed strongly in giving back. His foundation continues to help children attend school in the West Lawndale neighborhood in Chicago and in the City of North Chicago. Harrison also served on many boards including Highland Park Hospital, Chicago Botanic Gardens and Ravinia Festival.
He will be missed by family, friends and neighbors in Bannockburn.
Thank you,
Frank "Bud" Rothing
Village President
