Randy Houdek, of Bryant, died Sunday, September 8, 2013 as a result of an automobile accident. He was 48 years old. He was born on March 31, 1965 in Antigo, a son of the late Phyllis (Johnson) Houdek and Robert Houdek who lives in Bryant. He married Lisa Grabowsky on August 8, 1992 at St. Wencel Catholic Church in Neva. She survives.
He attended Spring Valley grade school and graduated from Antigo High School with the class of 1983. He worked on the family dairy farm in the town of Neva his whole life. In 1980 Houdek Farms Inc. was established. The farm was operated by Randy and his brothers Tom and Ron.
He was an active member of the Bryant Ridgerunners snowmobile club where he volunteered as a trail groomer. His hobbies included snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, four wheeling and boating with his girls. He enjoyed construction and will be remembered as a local handyman for anyone that needed a hand.
Survivors including his wife and father are two daughters Nikole and Erika Houdek, at home; four brothers Tom (Janice) Houdek, Bryant, Dave (Theresa) Houdek, Bryant, Jerry (Laura) Houdek, Deerbrook, and his twin brother Ron (Dawn) Houdek, Bryant; a sister Patty (David) Hafner, Bryant; many nieces and nephews.
A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Wencel Catholic Church with Rev. David Schmidt officiating. Burial will take place in St. Wencel Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4 - 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Bradley Funeral Home and 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. on Thursday also at the funeral home. A parish wake service will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
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Lisa and family, I am praying for all of you. You, Nikole and Erika are all such strong ladies. Remember the many memories you have and stay strong.
Lisa and family, just wanted you to know that I am praying for peace for you all that this very difficult time. My heart breaks for you. I pray that God watches over you all and gives you the courage and the strength to face the days ahead. God's blessings up on you all...
Lisa,
So very sorry for your loss. I have you in my daily thoughts.
Lisa,
I'm so sorry to hear the tragic news of Randy's death. Thinking of you and your family with the hope that you will gain strength and comfort from the many memories you hold dear in your heart. Be strong and know that he will forever be watching over you.
Lisa and family... I am at a loss for words. I will always remember Randy to be quick to laugh and always wearing a smile. Good memories of volleyball days and darts at Rev's. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terri (Hunter) Tourtillott
Lisa, Nikole, and Erika,
I cannot believe I am writing this right now... I always wonder why the worst things happen to the best people. I am very sorry this happened. You are one of the nicest families I know. That's why I know you'll all get through this even though it won't be easy. I'm sorry I could not be at the funeral but I hope to see you sometime at the cabin or a different family gathering. You are all in my prayers.
My deepest sympathy to the entire Houdek family. May the love of family and friends help you through this difficult time; along with all the precious memories you have of Randy.
Our loss here on earth is Heaven's gain.
Again, my heartfelt condolences to you all.
Randy was a great guy! Randy will be sadly missed by all. [psalm 121] I lift up my eyes to the mountains-where does my help come from? My help comes from the lord, the maker of heaven and earth. God Bless you always!
Dear Lisa and grabowsky family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one, Randy. I wish I could be there with you and family at this time, but I am out of the country. I will get in touch once I get home. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lisa - Randy was your "crush", the love of your life. I am so sorry for your loss. Cherish the wonderful memories that you have with him from over 30 years being together that all started with your crush in high school. I wish I could make your hurt go away. Call me anytime.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Randy. Taken way too soon. I and my twin sister Darlene attended Spring Valley and Antigo High school with Randy and Ron. We were the two set of twins in our class. Randy always had a warm smile and friendly attitude. May your memories help you through this terrible time. God Bless.. Sincerely Arlene
Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will pray for you and the girls during this difficult time. May time heal your hearts and love heal your souls.
Lisa - I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God comfort all of you in this time of sorrow and bring you strength in the days ahead. Thinking and praying for all of you!
Dear Houdek & Grabowsky families, you have our deepest sympathies for the loss of your son, uncle, brother, husband, father and friend. May God grant you strength to deal with your loss and the comfort of each other to get thru this. The memories you have made together with Randy will be cherished and can never be taken from you.
Gods Blessings to each and every one of you.
Dear Houdek and Grabowsky families, We are sending our deepest condolences to everyone. You will all be our prayers.....
Lisa, I am so very sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you in this time and hoping that God can help you in your pain and suffering. Your are in my prayers.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences, I am so sorry and sad to hear about Randy. He was a wonderful, giving, fun person and I am honored that I knew him. He will be deeply missed. I wish could snap my fingers and make the nightmare go away for all of you. It is hard to make any sense out of all of this. Keep your memories close to your heart.
You are in my thoughts and prayers, hugs to all of you and God Bless.
To The Houdek Family ~
We have never met Randy, but are friends with his brother Jerry.
"There's a road that's made of memories that goes from heart to heart. A path that spans the time you will be apart. There's a bridge of special feelings of all the joys you shared. May those memories be the journey from here to there"
May the memories of your loved one give you the comfort you need.
Our deepest sympathies ~
Steve ( Bird ), Kat and Amanda Jensen
Lisa, Nikole, & Erika. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I never had the opportunity to meet Randy, but he must have been amazing to have raised such a wonderful family. You girls are so caring, loving, and all around amazing people to be around. I will pray for you guys during this time. Know that if you need anything at all, just ask.
Patti and the Houdek Family
Dave and I are thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for the loss of Randy.
Lisa and family,
I am so very sorry about Randy. I cannot imagine your pain and sorrow. Many people are holding you close in prayer and in love, now and in the days to come.
lisa sending my condolences to u and the family sorry to hear of ur loss
So very sorry for your loss. Sending up prayers to comfort you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Mike and Melinda Whitt
Lisa, Nikole, Erika, Jack, Connie and family: You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. May your memories of Randy bring you comfort.
Dear Houdek and Grabowsky Families,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. You have our deepest condolences. Ann Porreca & family (Al & Pat Drescher's daugher)
Lisa, Nikole, Erika and family: We are so sorry to hear about Randy. He was truly a great man who loved his friends and family very much. Our prayers are with you.
Lisa,
Sending hugs and prayers your way.
My Dear Friend Lisa, Nikole, Erika and family ~
Please accept our heartfelt condolences, words cannot begin to express the sadness you are feeling right now, but we are here for you and we are praying for you to get through this. Please be strong in these tough moments of your life. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. May God bless you and your family during this time and always.
Peace, Prayers, and many Blessings !!!
Lots of Love ~ Eric and Katina Nelson
To all the Houdek Family
Our prayers are with you, sorry for your loss.
Lisa, Nikole, Erika and family. Our deepest condolences regarding your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa, girls and family! I am so sorry for your loss! Please know I am praying for you. May God give you the strength and power to get through these hard time. I am here if you need anything. Love ya lot Heather
Lisa, Nikole, Erika and family: We are so very sorry and are holding all of you closely in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you our love, The Incha's Mark, Laura, Morgan, Matthew, Jillian and Elyse
Jack, Connie and Lisa, and Girls....We were sorry to hear about Randy....He was a very special person and will be missed....Thinking of you and sending our Love and prayers..
Rick and Barbara (HAJI BA BA)
Dearest Lisa, Nikole & Erika
We are so sorry to hear about Randy, we have you in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you lots of love and we are here if you need us.
Love You !!!!!
Kay, Ron, Kris and Josh