Obituary of John Gouschuk

February 21, 1938 – November 25, 2024

John Gouschuk, of Chestermere, AB, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the age of 86 years.

John is survived by his wife of 63 years, Eileen, one son, and three daughters, Bob (Marilyn), Karol, Lori (Randy), and Margaret (Gordon); his seven grandchildren, Merlin, Coleman, Matthew, Breanna (Spencer), Courtney (Shayne), Kyle, and Callie; and one great-grandchild, Gavin.

John was born in Arran, SK and grew up in Swan River, MB. He moved to Hythe, AB, where he met Eileen. They were married and moved to Cleardale, AB, where they built their home, raised their family, and farmed. John also worked on the oil rigs. Later they moved south where John continued to farm until he retired in 2008.

As per John’s wishes, there will be no service. Interment will be in the spring at Waterhole Cemetery in Fairview, AB.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Parkinson Association of Alberta, 120, 6835 Railway Street S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 2V6 Telephone: (403) 243-9901, www.parkinsonassociation.ca.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with John’s family here.

In living memory of John Gouschuk, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Eastside, 5388 Memorial Drive NE, Calgary, AB T2A 3V9, Telephone: 403-248-8585.