Marcella J. Huisenga

Marcella J. Huisenga, nee Brandsma, age 94, of Crete, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Huisenga. Loving mother of Sherry (Paul) Van Deraa and Judy Boersema. Devoted grandmother of Ryan (Emily) Van Deraa, Amy (Brett) Bousema, Bryce (Audrey) Van Deraa, Jason (Megan) Van Deraa, Leah (Aaron) de Jager, and Marc Boersema.  Cherished great-grandmother of Marc, Griffin, Eleanor, Vivian, Clara, Margot, Landon, Hannah, Morgan, Tanner, Silas, Levi, Ava, Elliot, Owen and Evelyn. Preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Grada Brandsma and her brother Gerald (late Anna Mae) Brandsma.

Marcella was a member of Calvary Reformed Church in South Holland for many years and more recently was a member of Emmanuel CRC in Sauk Village.  She served the Lord in many ways including as a Sunday School teacher for over 50 years, Women’s Bible Study leader and mentor,  and an Elim Key Lady. She was a gifted seamstress and loved sewing gifts for her family.  Marcella “never met a stranger” and her kindness showed through in all that she did.   She was loved by her family and will be missed.

Visitation Monday, April 28, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Christian Reformed Church, 22515 Torrence Ave., Sauk Village, IL with Rev. Jeff Hale officiating. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens South—Oak Lawn, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to DeMotte Christian School , Elim Christian Services , or Emmanuel CRC . For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com