Richard B. Huizenga

Richard B. Huizenga, age 92, of Orland Park, IL passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Anne Huizenga, nee Cronk. Loving father of Martha (Matt Wade) Huizenga and Eric (Mary Ann) Huizenga. Cherished grandfather of Calvin, Rebecca, and Nicholas. Dear brother of the late Laurelie (late Ben) Love and Douglas (Jean) Huizenga. Preceded in death by his parents Dirk and Mildred Huizenga. Richard was a longtime employee of R.R. Donnelley in Chicago and a proud United States Army Veteran.  He was loved by many and will be dearly missed. 

A memorial visitation with family and friends will be held on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 3:00—6:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. Interment Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery—Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Vitas Community Connection-Chicago South (www.vitascommunityconnection.org)For more information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com