LYLE EMIL ROBERT GOUSCHUK (GOOSE)

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

• When I met Lyle we were in grade 5. Lyle was hanging out with Grant Robson. The two of them played hockey on the same team and they both had mini bikes. Cool! Grade 6, Lyle, Grant and I were in the same class with Mrs. Gaultiers. We went on a field trip to the museum and Lyle and I were rubbing our runners on the new carpet and giving people shocks with our fingers. That resulted in our first detention together. Beliveau Jr High was calling and we went. New people and new adventures Lyle was always game for fun--pellet gun fights in old barns, jumping on boxcars and riding them to a crawdad creek, fishing golfballs and getting Zorro to chase us, riding our bikes on the monkey trails, bumper shining anything with wheels, playing King of the mountain and rubber ice at the golf course. Boxing in my basement, road hockey. One time Lyle, Grant and I rode our 10 speeds to Nutimik lake (90 miles). On the way back Lyle got a flat and we hitched a ride with bikes and the 3 of us in the back of a speeding pickup 100 mph. Lyle's dad couldn't catch us, and we ended up in Lockport. This is all before cars, parties and girls. He loved his fast cars and his motorcycle. Lyle was a lot of fun to be with. He was tough as nails and soft inside, a true friend. I shared a part of that gravel road with him and I am forever Grateful for that. - Posted by: Joe Stefanik (Friend) on: Jul 23, 2014

• Daryl, Sherri & Jodi, Mr Gouschuk & Dale, We can't tell you how very sorry we are for your loss. The obituary is a beautiful tribute to Lyle’s life. We didn't see Lyle very often in recent years, but when we did, it was like no time had passed. When I was ready to learn how to drive, Lyle was the one that took me out cruising around practicing and was so relaxed about it (unlike my Lyle!), and then even took me for my tests. When we lived in Edmonton through the eighties, Lyle came and stayed with us on occasion for a night or two when he would be passing through. One visit was on a Sunday night, and all that we had in our liquor cupboard was a bottle of scotch that my Dad had left behind, so Lyle & Lyle, not being scotch drinkers, stayed up and drank that scotch mixed with Welch's grape juice! (yuk). They said it was good, but I’m sure neither of them ever tried that mix again. We will cherish the memories of a treasured friendship, of the great times we had together, and of the beautiful person that Lyle was. Our deepest condolences. Sincerely, Sandy & Lyle Fodchuk - Posted by: Sandy & Lyle Fodchuk (Old Friends) on: Jul 22, 2014

• I needed to add something very important to my dad Lyle, HIS FRIENDS!!! Sue and Murray, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping our family through the tough times, we will forever be grateful, Lyle loved and cherished you both so much. Bert, his dear friend, I heard so much about him from Lyle, they were very close, as Bert says, he was my best friend and let me tell you, when Lyle had a friend, he was a TRUE friend. I introduced Ken J. to Lyle years back when I worked at Investors Group with Ken, they lived just behind my mom and Lyle in Anola and Ken and Lyle became instant friends with so many fun memories. His hunting buddies, Murray, Cyril, Brian, and the gang (I hope I'm not forgetting anyone) he loved hunting with his friends more than life itself, being at the cabin made him so happy. Scotty and Laurie at his work (Rothsay) thank you for everything you did for Lyle and always being there for him when he needed someone. Our family is very grateful for all you did. And to ALL of my dad's friends over the years, he spoke of you all so dearly. This ones to Lyle - Cheers! - Posted by: Jodi Samborski (Daughter) on: Jul 22, 2014

• My dad, my first thought is I miss him so much! I was by Lyle throughout his illness, giving him advice, kind of like his 2nd doctor. I put my life on hold, and I will never regret a minute of it, I would have done anything for him, he sure was a trooper. My mom or Lyle would call me for advice and I would do hours of research, I wanted to make him feel better, He was and always will be my dad. THIS IS OUR STORY: When I was 12 years old, I remember my mom coming into Crestwood Crescent with this new guy Lyle. It was kind of exciting, as I never had a father in my life. I will never forget Lyle sitting on the couch and I sat on his lap, looking up at him asking "are you going to be my new dad?" I'm sure this took him by surprise, but his answer was "yes!" And from that day on I had a real father in my life. I don't think he knew what he was getting himself into, 2 teenage daughters to care for isn't an easy task. He never backed away, he was always there for my sister and I, through everything in a teenager's life. We had some amazing times camping, fishing, going to Roblin snowmobiling, those memories will be with me forever. Lyle was our alarm clock on school days, we wouldn't wake up for school, we loved our sleep and Lyle would bring out the pots and pans to wake us up for school, at the time I didn't like it, but he wanted us to get a good education, as any father would. He was a great dad, strict, yet loving and caring. If Sheri or I needed him for our broken down cars or running out of gas on the highway, he was always the one to save us! Lyle LOVED nascar, on the weekends I would ask him how do you watch cars go around a track for hours on end, he just loved following the drivers and cars, it was a passion of his. Wow, The Anola years!!!!! Lyle and my mom took 7 acres of land and turned it into a park like setting over the years, planting trees and landscaping. It's a gorgeous place to be, knowing all the love that was put into their land and home they built. Anola was Lyle's pride and joy!!!!!!! Lyle's bird feeder is stuck in my mind forever, he loved putting out food for the birds and watch them out the front living room window. Rabbits, deer and squirrels are a different story haha, if anyone knew Lyle, they will know what I'm talking about. Dogtooth Lake, so many fun times there, Lyle was the life of the party, he was always the one we played pranks on and he took them so well, (hehe the kids putting the crawfish on him when he was sleeping). He would wake up at 6 am and make sure all the cabins were up, doing his rounds from cabin to cabin, that was Lyle in a nutshell. I cannot express the gratitude and love I have for my dad, I grew up at a young age with no father and he opened his arms up to my sister and I and cared for us very much. We sure grew on him and vice versa! The world is not the same without him, but we sure have many happy memories and he will be in our hearts Forever! I LOVE YOU DAD, YOU WILL BE IN MY HEART FOREVER! - Posted by: Jodi Samborski (Daughter) on: Jul 22, 2014

• Where to begin....I met Lyle almost 10 years ago at the cabin through my husband Murray. Lyle was a free spirit, witty, friendly and had lots of stories to tell. I have fond memories of walking with Lyle up the road at the cabin and talking. He held his friendship with Murray dear to his heart as he had been in Murray's life for a long time. Murray spent many years hunting every fall at the cabin with Lyle, Brian, Cyril and sometimes Dennis. He truly loved the cabin and it will never seem quite the same without him there. Lyle was always there to lend a helping hand and spent many hours helping us build our deck/patio at our house which we will always think of Lyle while we sit outside. When Murray and I married Lyle wasn't able to attend but graciously watched our pets as he wanted to help out somehow. He was an amazing friend and we know our lives will never be the same. We love you Lyle and will never forget you....xoxo... Every time I play Spirit in the Sky I will think of you and smile ... - Posted by: Murray and Sue Wasylenchuk (Friend) on: Jul 20, 2014

• I met Lyle back in the late 70's and became good friends. We worked together for a few years along with Greg with Winnipeg First Call. I'm sure Lyle has mentioned about the special ambulance he worked for back in the day and had a lot of good stories. We worked and partied together and had a lot of great times back in the day. I was saddened to hear Lyle had passed away and my thoughts are with the family. We have lost a great man. - Posted by: Garry Hawkins (Friend) on: Jul 20, 2014

• Our deepest sympathies to you Daryl and all your family. I remember how much Lyle liked my shortbread cookies. Love to you and the family. Love Ron and Shirley - Posted by: Shirley keller and Ron (Friend) on: Jul 20, 2014

• Our deepest Sympathies and condolences to George and all his family.Len and Fran. - Posted by: Len & Fran Trach (Cousin to Adeline) on: Jul 19, 2014

• Haven't seen lyle for a long time but anytime I did it usually was at dale's place he always made me laugh!...sincerest condolences to his immediate family and the gouschuk family... rest in peace lyle - Posted by: jim ladobruk () on: Jul 19, 2014

• I know that I speak for many of Lyle's friends when I say that we will always remember Lyle...we'll remember our youth....times of carefree summer days and crazy ways...we'll remember his big voice,his teasing,his laughter.....remember parties at Joe Stefanik's,Rick Bohemiers and many others...the Christmas that we went "house -hopping" as teens,having a little Xmas spirit(s) at each of our parent's houses...Grant Robson's,Joe Stefanik's,Roger Brisebois's,Gerry Lachance's,our Chale home,Lyle Fodchuk's and of course the Gouschuk's.....we won't forget watching theguys play on the"sixty niners "hockey team at the Maginot arena,all of the socials,the fabulous May long weekends at Nutimik Lake ....including all of the youthful exhuberence that goes with having a great group of tight friends at a young age. Lyle has left this world way too soon....but he is ,and will always be in our hearts. - Posted by: Linda Chale (friend) on: Jul 19, 2014

• I am truly saddened by Lyle's passing. He and I were very good friends for many years. My heart is with you Daryl. I have missed both of you since I left Anola. Lyle and I had some very special times together. Garbage runs were classic and just hanging out together. Love Ken.... - Posted by: Ken Jakubic (Very good freind...) on: Jul 19, 2014

• Lyle and I knew each other from school in Windsor Park "back in the day". He was a free spirit even back then. May his wings soar and his spirit remain to watch over his loved ones while he waits for them in Heaven. Cindy Petroniak Wolfe. - Posted by: Cindy Petroniak Wolfe (former schoolmate in Windsor Park) on: Jul 19, 2014

• Goose , where do I begin? Having first met Lyle over 40 years ago, from hockey at Winakwa , I think , we quickly became friends and were a small part of the bigger 'gang' that stuck together through those 'formidable ' years. We shared many times together , good, bad, "interesting", but never dull whether it was "May longs" , fishing trips to Redditt or Red Lake , our impromptu roadie to Texas to ride the bull at Gilley's and everything else we did , it was always a fun time. I was never worried about going anywhere with Lyle because I knew if there was any issues he would always have my back. Sharing the same birthday with him meant parties would be twice the fun. When I hit a bit of a rough patch in my life, Lyle and Daryl were gracious enough to help me until I got things back on track, no questions asked. I will always remember those slobbering St. Bernard's! Lyle was truly a guy that would give you the shirt off his back, even if it was his last one. My sympathy to Daryl and the family, he was a good man and a great friend. Adios amigo ! Roger aka (Frank) - Posted by: Roger (Friend) on: Jul 19, 2014

• Have been friends with Daryl since school days. I knew of Lyle from my sister but unfortunately I never got to meet Lyle. I know he was a good man from the comments his children have posted about him. My deepest sympathies to his remaining family especially to Daryl and the girls. Hopefully time will mend the broken heart. Love Chris - Posted by: Christina Gulyas (friend ) on: Jul 19, 2014