Anthony J. Huizenga Sr.

RANDOLPH-Anthony J. Huizenga Sr., age 80, passed away on Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, at Golden Living Center in Randolph. He was born on Feb. 4, 1935 in Friesland, Wis., the son of John and Elsie (Douma) Huizenga. Tony volunteered for active service with the U.S. Army from 1955 until 1957, he was stationed in Germany with the 3rd Armored Division and the National Guard from 1958-61. He married Patricia A. Gove on June 14, 1958 in Randolph and started farming shortly after their marriage where he was happy to raise his family on "Ye Old Wooden Shoe Ranch" (affectionately named by his in-laws). Tony was a faithful servant of the Lord as an active member of the Second Christian Reformed Church in Randolph, where he gladly served as an elder, deacon, and catechism instructor. He joyfully served on the boards of Randolph Christian School and Central Wisconsin Christian High School. Tony was a loving and faithful husband, father and grandfather. He most enjoyed being with his friends and family and being at his grandchildren's special events. Tony was known for his smile, and being generous and caring. He loved talking, listening and mostly laughing with people. His hobbies included bowling, shooting pool and talking farming. Tony is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Patricia; his seven children, Debra Huizenga of Randolph, Diane (William) Muether of Janesville, Denise (Timothy) Fitzsimmons of Iron Ridge, Daune (Mark) DeVries of Randolph, Judy (Tal) Diekvoss of Beaver Dam, Anthony (Jill) Huizenga Jr. of Cambria, and Benjamin (Carla) Huizenga of Oshkosh; 14 grandchildren, Patricia, Robert and William Muether, Jonathan (Ashley), Max and Christopher DeVries, Brittany (Nick) Hawley, Tal and Trent Diekvoss, Anthony "TJ" John, III and Brenna Huizenga and Benjamin Jr., Jackson and Allison Huizenga; three brothers, Berwyn (Gerri), Clyde (Ellen) and Bruce (Leanne) Huizenga; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his and parents; and grandparents. Funeral services will be held at SECOND CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 332 Tamarack St., Randolph, at 11 a.m., on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015, with Pastor Keith Buist. Burial with military graveside rites will be held at Randolph Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30, 2015, and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. Memorials can be made to Second Christian Reformed Church or Randolph Christian School. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420