Obituary of Lyle Mroczko

Mr. Lyle Bernard Mroczko beloved husband of Frances of Yorkton, SK, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre. He was 71 years of age. Lyle Mroczko was born in 1938 in Fontenay Aux Roses, a small village 10 km outside of Paris, France. Lyle immigrated to Canada with his mother and brother in 1952. After two weeks on a ship crossing the ocean, he travelled to Rokeby, Saskatchewan, where he spent the next three years working on his uncle's farm to pay for his passage. During this time he learned the English language and completed his education at the Yorkton Collegiate Institute (YCI). Lyle left the farm and worked as a railroad porter, travelling from Vancouver to Montreal. His next employment was in the transportation industry, working as a driver, eventually becoming an owner/operator. Lyle and Frances were married in 1967 at St. Gerard's Church in Yorkton. In the Parish he served as Eucharistic Minister, Proclaimer of the Word, Hospitality Minister and a Baptismal Sponsor. Lyle was always available to assist as required at all Parish events. He served on the Parish Council and Social Committee. As a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, he served as Grand Knight, District Deputy for Council No. 2031, and Faithful Navigator - Fourth Degree, often travelling to various councils as required. Lyle was active with Scouts Canada as a Scoutmaster and was a member of the Lions Club. Lyle was an enthusiastic volunteer, giving time to numerous functions in the community. In his free time, he enjoyed travelling and has seen the sights across Canada, from east to west. He has travelled through 31 US states and 13 countries in Europe. He was an avid camper, a member of the Good Sam RV Club - Parkland Sams Chapter, and loved fishing. His favourite winter activity was attending Yorkton Terriers hockey games. Dancing was a enjoyable exercise and he attended numerous polka festivals. Lyle was a family man who always found time to work on projects around the house and yard. He also made time to share coffee and visit with friends and neighbours. Lyle was predeceased by his mother, Sophie, his brother, Henri, his sister, Paulette, and sister-in-law, Irene Kunellis. Lyle leaves his wife, Frances, son Bernard (Helen) Mroczko of Balgonie, SK, daughter, Bridget Mroczko of Edmonton, AB, and daughter Delilah (Michael) Gerein of Edmonton, AB. He also leaves grandchildren, Wynonna and Brayden Mroczko, a grandchild who will arrive in March, and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. A Prayer Vigil Service was held on Friday evening, February 12, 2010 from ST. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church Yorkton, Saskatchewan. The praying of the Rosary Preceded the Vigil and was led by members of the Knights of Columbus. The Cantor was Larry Hamilton with Cheryl Pick as Reader. Carol Nagy was the pianist leading the Parish Choir and Congregation in the Hymns: "Precious Lord Take My Hand", Psalm 103 (Bless The Lord O' My Soul), "Prayer of ST. Francis "and "Day Is Done". The reflections of Lyle's life were given by his children: Bernard Mroczko, Bridget Mroczko and Delilah Gerein. The Funeral Mass was Celebrated on Saturday afternoon, February 13, 2010 from ST. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Basil Chomos as Celebrant. The Pianist was Lorraine Lysak leading the Parish Choir and Congregation in the Hymns: "Here I Am Lord", Psalm 23 (The Lord's My Shepherd), "Blest Are They", " Bread Of Life", "Song Of The Angels" and "Peace Is Flowing Like A River". The Cantor was Eugene Kuemper with Joanne Balint and Kay Kuemper as Readers. The Prayers of the Faithful were led by Lorraine Kweens. Greg Dubois, Nathan and Alexis Guy were Altar Servers with Lyle's grandchildren: Wynonna and Brayden Mroczko serving as Cross bearers. Various Councils of Knights of Columbus served as an Honour Guard. Rick Dubois, Larry McIvor, Kevin Kunellis, Henry Kweens, Michael Gerein and Ricky Pick served as Casket Bearers. The interment will take place at a later date at the Yorkton Memorial Gardens.Lyle's family would like to thank the hospital staff in ER, ICU and 1st East of the Yorkton Regional Health Centre for the care given to Lyle during his admission and stay. Sincere thanks to Dr. Soumbasis for tending to Lyle's health needs. Thank you to everyone for your support, prayers and gifts of comfort. Special blessings to Father Basil for being with our family as we travelled this journey. In memory of Lyle Memorial donations may be made to the Options Pregnancy Centre 715 Victoria Ave, Regina, Sask. S4N 0R4 Cremation and Funeral Arrangments entrusted to Bailey's Funeral Home baileysfuneralhome@sasktel.net Service Information Saturday, February 13th, 2010 1:30pm, St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church Interment Details Yorkton Memorial Gardens