AUGUSTINUS LODEWYKS

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

• Dear Marilyn and family, I was so saddened to hear of Gus' illness and passing (from Doris' sister, Louise). He was a man of true integrity and the best chiropractor I ever had! May the Father's love surround and keep you as you journey through this huge loss. Sincerest condolances, Louise Ablack - Posted by: Louise Ablack (patient) on: Feb 12, 2016

• Dear Marilyn, Kara and Joel and family.....we send our love and thoughts to you, Gus was a lovely man and his spirit will remain with you forever. He loved well and was well loved. We will remember him as a talented, caring chiropractor who was a model for the profession. He left a truly remarkable legacy. God Bless.... - Posted by: Tim and Liz McKay (Friend, fellow chiropractor, calgary, alberta ) on: Feb 09, 2016

• Gus was my chiropractor and my friend, as a patient of the Corydon Chiropractic Centre and through treatments I received by him in his home after he retired, and I would not hesitate, for a second, to call him the single most important health care professional that I have encountered in my life, so far. My thoughts go out to Marilyn, Joel and Kara at this difficult (and unfair) time. - Posted by: John Sutherland (Friend) on: Feb 09, 2016

• When I crawled painfully into Gus's office in the mid-90s I thought my life would never be the same! But as he promised, by the 10th day I was well enough to join my family for the rest of our vacation, and at one month, well enough to return to work! I'll always be grateful for the care he gave me during that crisis, and for the maintenance treatments up to his retirement. - Posted by: Murray Bryson (Patient ) on: Feb 09, 2016

• Gus will always be remembered in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Our most sincere condolences to Marilyn and the entire Lodweyks family. May Gus rest in peace. - Posted by: Lucy and Louis Szkwarek (Friends) on: Feb 08, 2016

• Our sincere condolences Peter and Gisele. - Posted by: Michael and Sandra Danielson (Friend and former co-worker of Peter) on: Feb 08, 2016

• We are sad to learn of the passing of our good friend, Gus. We had the good fortune to meet Gus and his lovely, wife, Marilyn, during the Viking tour of the Netherlands in April 2009. We became instant friends and though thousands of miles separated us, our friendship was kept alive by the a robust e-mail correspondence. We loved the way that Gus affectionately signed off each and every e-mail to us. "Love, Gus.....and Marilyn too." We also had the very good fortune to have enjoyed their company on three occasions when they came to our neck of the woods in New York. One of those special get togethers was their visiting our home along with their lovely daughter, Kara, when we hosted them to a good old fashioned American barbecue. Also, we spent a very long weekend with them in Boston when we were exposed non-stop to Gus' hilarious sense of humor. One evening we enjoyed a Boston Symphony Orchestra concert. When the concert was over, we were looking without success for a cab to take us back to the hotel. It was mid- October and darn chilly especially for my wife who is cold intolerant. Without wasting any time, Gus peeled off his sweater and draped it over my wife's neck, showing how much of a gentleman and caring person he was. That same night, he and Marilyn honored our wedding anniversary, which would be celebrated later that month, by generously treating us to dinner. When we learned of Gus' serious illness three months ago and the publication of his book, "When All Goes Quiet," we called Gus and Marily to express our feelings. It was understandably a very emotional phone call but we managed to tell him how much we looked forward to receivingg a copy of his book, inquired how we could do this and told him and Marilyn how much we loved them. A week later, we received a signed copy from Gus. We had always known that Gus was a man of deep faith but we had not idea about the visions and revelations he had experienced since a child and which he captured so movingly in his book. We will forever treasure the memory of Gus who was in every sense of the word a remarkably loving, kind, supportive and courageous human being. Though we knew each other only nearly six years, we feel blessed to have known and loved him...his spirit made an indelible impression in our hearts and in our souls. The dedication he wrote to us in the copy of "When All Goes Quiet" that he sent us is quintessential Gus in gracing us with his own blessing. He wrote in part: "May the Lord continue to take you to places you have never been before and keep you in the Palm of His Hands! Also know that you have book in you!" Dearest Gus, you are so right. We certainly do have a book in us and you are a key and defining chapter in it because your love and kindness immeasurably enriched our lives. Thank you for inspiring us! Dearest Marilyn, our deepest condolences to you and your family. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. In friendship and love, Carolyn and Frank - Posted by: Frank and Carolyn Pagani (Friends) on: Feb 07, 2016

• Dear Marilyn, Family and Friends, please accept my sincere sympathy. Be assured that Gus, Marilyn, children and you all will be present in my prayers and my daily Eucharist. God had already assured Gus of his Presence in his life. May God now welcome him in his Kingdom for Eternity. Fr. Eugene. - Posted by: Fr. Eugene Raimbault (Friend) on: Feb 07, 2016

• Dear Marilyn, Joel, Carly and Kara, We are so sorry to hear about Gus' (Dad's) passing. We lived across the street from you for over 25 years and became such close friends. Even our cottages were close by. We have many memories of our lake adventures. Our children Tanis, Derik, Joel and Kara enjoyed tubing, skiing, picnics, boat trips to explore the lake. Marilyn, myself and other neighbours enjoyed our long walks for many years. Gus was also our chiropractor and he was always a positive support for our son Derik. We know he is in a better place. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time. Barb, Ryan, Tanis and Derik Brako - Posted by: Barb and Ryan Brako (Friend) on: Feb 07, 2016

• Dear Peter & Gisela - Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your deep faith in our Lord will help you through the days ahead. Sincerely, Connie Michael - Posted by: Connie Michael (friend of Peter & Gisela) on: Feb 07, 2016

• My thoughts are with you at this very sad time Marilyn and family. Working with Gus at Victor Mager, I have many fond memories of what a caring, competent individual he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Pat Leung (former co-worker teaching in St. Vital) on: Feb 06, 2016

• I had the privilege of being Gus' fourth grade teacher,and meeting him again as a grown up in his chiropractic office.I cherish Gus's friendship and his dedication to helping people. He was my lifeline and always sent me off walking more easily and feeling better. I treasured his generosity and devotion to serve the Lord. He truly made the world a better place and will be sadly missed. My heart goes out to Marilyn, Joel (Carly), and Kara. - Posted by: Lori Ann Regnier (teacher and friend) on: Feb 06, 2016

• I read Mr. Gus Lodewyks' obituary today and was saddened to learn of his passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences Marilyn, Joel (Carly), and Kara. I was fortunate to have developed a special relationship with you through the Bairdmore School community and I was truly proud to teach two wonderful kids, Joel and Kara. I was also lucky to have the support and friendship of two wonderful parents, Marilyn and Gus. I will continue to cherish my fond memories of the Lodewyks family. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Sincerely, Brucie Kusmack - Posted by: Brucie Kusmack (Friend) on: Feb 06, 2016

• I read Mr. Gus Lodewyks' obituary today and was saddened to learn of his passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences Marilyn, Joel (Carly), and Kara. I was fortunate to have developed a special relationship with you through the Bairdmore School community and I was truly proud to teach two wonderful kids, Joel and Kara. I was also lucky to have the support and friendship of two wonderful parents, Marilyn and Gus. I will continue to cherish my fond memories of the Lodewyks family. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Sincerely, Brucie Kusmack - Posted by: Brucie Kusmack (Friend) on: Feb 06, 2016

• I had Gus as my chiropractor. What a great guy. When he retired I still went to his old office but not for long. I quit going. It wasn't the same as when he was there. Thanks Gus for having me as one if your patients. - Posted by: Mark Dzioba (Former patient at his office on Corydon Ave. ) on: Feb 06, 2016

• shared a lot of laughs starting from our early days working @ the Conquist Nursing Home....and continuing thru life while he kept me in one piece.....Gus could straighten me out in a minute, then we could get caught up on family and old nursing home days. I will miss you....I know u will be looking over my shoulder.....TRULY ONE OF THE GREAT PEOPLE I'VE HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING..... - Posted by: Greg Conquist (long time friend....grateful recipient of his healing gift) on: Feb 06, 2016