Roland Gotzke
June 21st, 2017
GOTZKE, Roland
After a courageous battle with cancer Roland passed away peacefully at the Foothills Country Hospice on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at the age of 57 years. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Roselle of 38 years, his children, Tanya (Justin), Andrea (Henri), Rebekah (JJ) and his 5 grandchildren, Kendra, Kristian, Kailey, Chloe and Jacob. He will be deeply missed by his mother, Erika Gotzke, siblings, Abe (Shirley), Ryan (Marilyn), Heidi (Bruce) and all of their children, Brian (Kathy), Nick (Deb), Janet (Shane), Aprile (Richard) and many other nieces and nephews. Roland was pre-decesed by his father, Ron Gotzke. He lived a life dedicated to serving the Lord, pastoring at DGA for over 20 years. His love and passion for life came alive through his ministry, his business NIX Repair and his family. He will be greatly missed by both friends and extended families everywhere. A Memorial Service will be held at Cranston Community Center, 11 Cranarch Rd. SE, Calgary on Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers a donation in Rolands’s memory may be made to the Foothills Country Hospice, PO Box 274, Okotoks, AB T1S 1A5. Many thanks to the Foothills Cancer Clinic,Unit 47, Pallative care group and Pure North where everyone was so loving and caring through this past year.
Messages:
Roland was one of the kindest, most positive-minded people I have ever met. I really enjoyed working in the same woodworking shop with him a few years back. His energy could clear the cloudiest day. I'm so very saddened by his passing, and will be at the service. God Bless the Gotzke family during this sad, but reflective time.
Roselle and family so sorry for your loss you are all in our prayers.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Love you
My heart is with my family at this time. It happened to a beautiful hearted man. He loved god and his spirit portrayed that. We will miss my brother and pastor dearly. You will never be forgotten Roland.
Dearest Roselle, My memories of Roland are from a different time. High school. Roland always at the centre of the group. Due to that wonderful sense of humour, everyone always wanted to be in his company. Sometimes a dry wit, other times exuberant, hysterical quick witted one liners that just rolled out with such ease. What a treasure you and your family have lost Roselle. Much love, Monique.
We're sending our love and hugs and prayers your way. Bro Gotzke was a fun guy . He always had a smile when we saw him and a contagious laugh. He will truly be missed. We all know where he is and have a hope to see him again. Love you. Don & Pam, Debra, Drew &Julie Boehme.
Thinking of you Roselle and Family during this difficult time. Wish I could be with you to give you a hug but keeping you in my thoughts and prayers
My heart is with each of you. May his goodness and memories of him give you strength and comfort. His life and ministry touched so many people and that legacy will always remain.