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I’m gonna miss you so much.
Tina Johnson
May 09, 2025 | South Holland, IL | Friend
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James Wayne Huizenga
May 3, 1957 - May 6, 2025
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Jim, I’m so glad I was able to spend your birthday with you. Pamela
Pamela Pope
May 08, 2025 | Friend
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Jim was a joyful man to be around. He enjoyed taking showers and dancing. His favorite memory with me was always telling me to get out of his chair. I will miss Jim dearly. Julie Allen. Rest Jim . I will truly miss you. ❤
Julie Allen
May 08, 2025 | Dolton, IL | Friend
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In this time of sorrow, I hope you find some solace in the cherished memories you all have of Jim. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.May you all find strength and comfort in the love surrounding you. I had the pleasure of being able to take care of you for 11 years and you were nothing but fun and full of life! I’m gonna miss you Jimmy..Tibstra House will not be the same without you
Arielle Redmond
May 08, 2025 | Chicago, IL | Acquaintance
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Jimmy, my pal. Hope they got even better burgers than Five Guys up there beyond the stars. You were legendary down here. Always fun to be with you. I will miss you but I am happy you are where you belong with Jesus and yes, He loves you this I know for the Bible tells you and me so. Keep playing your drums up there in Heaven. You always stayed on beat with me and your rhythm unmatched. Praying for all the family of Jim and the Elim and Bethshan community mourning our dear friend. All of you...
Timothy Geraci
May 08, 2025 | Park Forest, IL | Friend
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I got to know Jim the last 18 years when he moved to Tibstra House. What a sweet man. So many good and funny memories, he was a joy to be around and so loved. I am happy he is with his Heavenly Father but condolences to his whole family.
Judy Clausing
May 07, 2025 | Crete, IL | Friend
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Remembered By
Ann and Jerry Tiemens
May 07, 2025 | Dyer, IN
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My deepest sympathy to his siblings and relatives. I remember Jimmy from my days at Oak Glen church. He was always happy and was one of my favorite Cubs fans.
Carl Faber
May 06, 2025 | Lansing, IL | Friend
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I will miss Jim he was my buddy at tibstra house I am sorry. About Jim
Christina Kukuczka
May 06, 2025 | Yorkville, IL | Friend
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Obituary
James's Obituary
James Wayne Huizenga, age 68, was called home to his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Beloved brother of Henry J. (late Marsha), and sister and brother-in-law Marilou and Kevin Ooms. Cherished uncle of Kevin Huizenga, Doug and Lisa Vander Molen, Julie Ooms, Sara and Jonathan Ellison, Justin and Amanda Ooms. Dear great-uncle to Ella, Jay, Vienne, Oliver, Dietrich, and Everett. Jim is also survived by many loving cousins, dear friends, and dedicated caregivers. Jim was preceded in death by his devoted parents, father Jacob J. Huizenga and mother Tillie (Ketelaar) Huizenga.
Jim was a resident of Tibstra House in South Holland, Illinois where he was lovingly cared for the last 18 years. He attended Elim Christian School in Crestwood, Illinois from age 5 until 18. He continued on to work in the Adult Workshop Program of Elim Christian Services until death. Jim touched many lives. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation for family and friends will be held Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt. 30 & Pleasant Springs Lane) Dyer, IN with services conducted by Rev. Ed Marcusse. Interment Oak Ridge Cemetery – Lansing, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to Bethshan Association (www.bethshan.org).
For further information please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com.
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