James Wayne Huizenga

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.