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Timothy Huntzinger Obituary
Cowboys never die. Their legends live forever.
Born Timothy Joseph Huntzinger, he was later nicknamed as "little Timmy in between". After naming himself TJ The Huntzinger he went on to live life on his own terms. Born in Omaha, NE he became a true Texan at age 7. He inherited his Mom's piercing blue eyes and captivating charm and his Dad's artistic talent and creativity. TJ was exceptionally skilled and self-taught as a carpenter, (loved to tell how he mastered a jackhammer at 12), home- builder, cowboy, farrier, auctioneer, artist, and publisher of a horse-trading journal.
He is especially remembered for his sense of humor and wit. He kept all who surrounded him laughing, whether at the Thanksgiving table, dance halls or the front porch. Where one or more gathered, TJ was at the center telling a tale, a joke or poking fun. Till his last breath he made us laugh till we cried.
TJ, with his handle bar mustache most relished his life as a rambling cowboy. He was a bull-ridin, bronc-bustin, calf-ropin, whip-crackin wrangler who danced his own custom two-step. His hats were not to be touched, which kept his nephews and nieces entertained in a comedic contest of grab it and run. He lived and loved in his Texas Hill Country towns. His spirit forever lives on in the sounds of the horses, the breeze of the hills, laughter in the bars and in the dust of rodeo days.
To quote TJ, he was passing from this adventure, on to the next.
TJ, your family and friends love you and will miss you dearly. Ride on to that next great adventure, get things started and we'll catch up.
He is preceded in death by his father, Howard Huntzinger, son, Timothy Joseph "Colt" Huntzinger, grandson, Connor Jacob Bragg, and his nephew Adam Christopher Huntzinger. He is survived by his cherished mother, Peggy Huntzinger, beloved daughter, Jolyn Bragg and (husband) Michael, granddaughters, Callahan and Camryn, siblings, Howard "Jake" Huntzinger, Daniel Huntzinger (wife) Sabrina, Ann Huntzinger-Roberson, Therese Huntzinger (partner) Jan, Philip Huntzinger (wife) Christina, Mary Huntzinger, Carrie Lyn Huntzinger (mother of his children and soul mate) numerous aunts, nieces and nephews, cousins and countless friends.
In lieu of flowers consider a donation to the Southwest SIDS Research Institute in memory of TJ's son "Colt".
MEMORIAL MASS
11:00 A.M. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD
ST. GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC CHURCH
700 DEWHURST
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
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Bobbie Francis
April 2, 2021
I remember TJ from the Broken B at the team penning. He was the backbone of the Broken B & when he left, no one wanted to stay. So people like me, just moved on because the Broken B just wasn't the same without TJ. I have very fond memories of the Broken B & TJ. Any old Broken Bers out there please contact me through text @ (210) 618-6975 since I have problems with E-mail. Bobbie
Michelle J Garoutte
September 25, 2020
I remember the license plate number of that old truck you had while at Broken B...189 4TJ... You were worth more than a 1.89. Had fun at all the barrel fires at the end of the night after roping, cutting or just horse play.
And Skip A Rope always brings you to mind.
A good man that couldn't be wrangled unless he wanted to be.
With love and fond memories -
Michelle J Garoutte
September 25, 2020
I remember the license plate number of that old truck you had while at Broken B...189 4TJ... You were worth more than a 1.89. Had fun at all the barrel fires at the end of the night after roping, cutting or just horse play.
And Skip A Rope always brings you to mind.
A good man that couldn't be wrangled unless he wanted to be.
With love and fond memories -
October 26, 2019
Love you Dad! There're still days where the sun shines perfectly and the breeze is just right. And, all I want to do is sit on a porch and talk with you.
Kathleen Baker
October 18, 2019
Happy Birthday.
October 18, 2019
Happy Birthday.
Margo Jewell
November 7, 2015
Gone BUT never forgotten, til we meet again.
November 4, 2015
My heart goes out to the Huntzinger family for their loss. His story was written was beautifully written with wonderful memories. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Terri Taylor Rathmann
Jody
November 3, 2015
Ride on Cowboy! Till we meet again.
Patricia , Roger and Ryan Salazar
November 2, 2015
So sad that you lost your brother Mary. Special prayers from my heart for TJ, you and all of your family. Love you
Bill/Sonia ( Wild Bill) Combs
November 2, 2015
My brother (Wild Bill) and my self Sonia were distraught to hear of your passing and would love to thank you for all the fun times we had at Kickers and Blue Bonnet and Flores I myself and my sister never met such a crazy and wonderful person you will be dearly missed and us all that were blessed to have shared your time and laughter with but we will all be together again in cowboy heaven so keep going and cowboy up! we love you and will miss you always but won't say good by because we will see you again.
Christi Rudewick
November 2, 2015
We always got a kick out of your sense of hummer. He was a one of a kind. May you rest in peace. We will see you again in the ever after life.
Bandera enjoyed T.J.'s patronage!
Judy Herrman
November 2, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to T.J.'s family and friends. I am proud to have been a friend of T.J.'s and will treasure the many good times and intelligent conversations on a good many more subjects. He will be missed and not forgotten.
November 2, 2015
Jolyn and Family,
So sorry for your loss.
"When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight." ~Kahlil Gibran
November 2, 2015
A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Please accept my condolences, he will not be forgotten.
Danny Ross
Leigh Anne Treistman
November 1, 2015
Dear Mary and the Huntzinger family, May the Lord bless you and keep you...lifting all of you up in prayer. Hoping those memories that make you laugh bring you some comfort. Love ya'll.
Connie Schrade
November 1, 2015
Thanks for all the great laughs we shared. Long live Cowboys.
Robert and Connie Sue Schrade
Cindy Yancy
November 1, 2015
God bless you and watch over you until we meet again.I was just talking to my sister the other day about how much fun Ben and I had growing up with Tim, he always kepted us laughing. He was the hit at every party. He will be missed
by many, but I'm sure he will keep the heavens entertained.
My prays are with you all, God
bless.
TJ rules
Michael Cahoon
November 1, 2015
TJ you were your own man and lived life on your terms. I respected you and was hoping we could work together again. You will be missed by all that knew you sir. Playing "Cowboy Logic" and having a beer now in your memory. Salute you sir. ~
November 1, 2015
Robert and I send prayers to your family and friends. We had so many good times at Kickers Korner, Plush horse, Floores store, Gasoline Alley and The Glolden Stalliom, Blue Bonnet Palace. May we all meet again at the Rodeo in heaven.
Robert and Connie Schrade
Andrea Colaw
November 1, 2015
Dear Peg,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
KD Barr
November 1, 2015
He never knew a stranger.
Jeff Kennedy
November 1, 2015
What a ride... sorry to see ya'go friend.. adios !!
November 1, 2015
Our prayers are with you.
Sylvia Rodriguez Cruz and family
Jamie Eickhoff
November 1, 2015
Our deepest condolensces Jolynn. So sorry to hear of your tremndous loss, but enjoyed reading such a wonderful tribute to your dad's life. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Jamie & Brian Eickhoff
Babs & Wayne Nowotny
November 1, 2015
Good memories and fun times. Keeping the family and friends in our prayers.
Brenda Helmandollar (Wolfarth)
November 1, 2015
Keeping your family in my prayers!
November 1, 2015
You taught me how not to start smoking. You always told me you would rough up any man who tried to hurt me. You never had to but I believed you would have if I needed it. You taught me how to drive. You kept me laughing even in your last years and last days. Watch over us. Forever loved. Your baby sis, Mary.
Susan
October 31, 2015
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