Obituary

Lyle “Butch” Herman Nitschke, Age 63, of Ontario, Oregon went to be with the Lord on June 7, 2011.

He was born to the late Herman Nitschke and to Helen (Goss) Nitschke in Bay City, MI on October 21, 1947.

Lyle enjoyed sharing stories about things that made him laugh or that impacted his life.  He will be remembered for his stories, his contagious belly laughs and love for children and the Lord. 

Lyle is survived by his children Carrie Nitschke of Aberdeen, Washington; Tony Nitschke of Ontario, Oregon; son Bruce Neill and family of Ontario, Oregon; son Charlie Neill and family of Ontario, Oregon.  Lyle is also survived by his mother, Helen (Goss) Nitschke of Everett, Washington and siblings John Nitschke of Ontario, Oregon; Fred Nitschke and family of Monroe, Washington, Betty (Nitschke) Lalani and family of Roseville, California; Doris (Nitschke) Maertz and family of Lynnwood, Washington; and Nancy (Nitschke) Blanchard and family of Everett, Washington.  He is further survived by five grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

A Memorial Service will be held at 32279 Apple Valley Road, Parma, Idaho on Friday, June 10, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

Lyle is Resting with the Lord

Today about 2:30 Lyle went to be with the Lord.  We are thankful to know he is in the arms of Jesus and no longer struggling.  His laughter and stories will be greatly missed.

I would like to make a slide show in his memory, if you have any pictures to share please e-mail to ninchkie@hotmail.com.  If you will also share your memories, thoughts and/or favorite stories under the above tab titled "Memories/Stories" it would be greatly appreciated.

No More Life Support

Over the weekend it sounded like there was some misunderstandings or miscommunication with the nurse as she thought Lyle had problems with his lungs and medicated according to her understanding... the doctor indicated that was not the case the next morning.  It is discouraging when Dr. Stark is out for the weekend because the tone of things seem to be different.  I understand from friends here that are in the nursing business it's kind of the nature of the hospital world, for things to be put on hold and have a little different tone over the weekends.

Today Dr. Stark encouraged the family to let Lyle go.  Lyle is showing signs of pneumonia and an elevated temperature of 102 degrees.  After getting in touch with Tony and discussing things, the decision has been made to take all forms of life support off of Lyle and let nature takes it’s course.  This was done around 4:30.  They will sedate him to keep him from feeling pain.  Dr. Stark said it could take between 3 and 10 days for him to pass on.  Betty stated in a text that the Forsyth’s were there for support during this time, which is much appreciated.  We are grateful for all the support of the church community.

Change of Tone

From a conversation with John it looks like Lyle has taken a turn for the worse.  Dr. Stark is out of town and the tone of things at the hospital have changed.  We aren’t so sure what to think about all of this.  They put Lyle on Morphine and are no longer giving him nutrition as of last night.  We will see what today brings.  

Another Day

June 3, 2011  Betty sent a text stating that Dr. Stark is away for the weekend.   She also said that the nurse told her that Lyle can maintain this status for quite awhile based on the amount of damage to the brain that is visible on the scan.  Lyle can't swallow on command and is trapped in this poor body.  This is so hard, none of us have never faced such a situation.  We want the best for Lyle. 

Encouraging News

Thursday, June 02, 2011 Dr. Stark has a new tone about things and is a bit enthused.  There are no new embolisms being thrown and he thinks the old one’s could fade.  The infection in the heart is down.  Lyle is quite alert.  Dr. Stark is speaking of a speech therapist in time since Lyle is making effort to speak.  He has said, “Ok” and then “Yeah” 2 or 3 times when being asked a “yes/no” question.  He is on oxygen and antibiotics, and Dr. Stark feels like he can get a handle on the infection.  Lyle pulled his “annoying nose air tube” as the Dr. calls it twice today.  When his lips heal up they can put oxygen there.

The spirits are high this evening.

Tubes are Out

Wednesday, June 1  Lyle’s breathing tubes were removed during the morning hours.  He is breathing on his own, but needs his mouth/throat cleared out from time to time and the breathing is hard at times.  The nurse taught Betty how to clear out the mucus, etc. as needed so she can help him breath easier.