November 15, 2025

By Obituaries on November 15, 2025.

ROBERT (BOB) NORMAN KOBITZ

ROBERT (BOB) NORMAN KOBITZ November 3, 1938 November 11, 2025
Bob was born on the family farm, along the Fort Walsh road, 18 miles South West of Maple Creek, Saskatchewan to Mike and Anna Kobitz. Bob was the 5th of 7 sons, plus he also had 2 sisters, so there was always someone around to get into trouble with. Being the 5th son, he knew he was never going to inherit the family farm, so he left school at an early age, and worked for a short time in Calgary and also at the Maple Creek PFRA.
His cousin’s husband owned a bakery, and Dad started his baking career in Maple Creek. He subsequently took transfers to their Medicine Hat bakery, and finally to Henry’s Bakery in Swift Current. In his younger years, Dad played baseball and also bowled. In fact, he almost had a perfect bowling game, and his high score was displayed for years down at the bowling lanes.
Later he worked at McCoy/Esler industries, and also worked as a general handyman around Swift Current before retiring. He could fix anything, and took great pleasure in bringing home a broken snow blower that someone disposed of, and getting more years out of it. Bob enjoyed retirement and went on daily trips to find the best bargains at the grocery stores; and could tell you what building was constructed when as he would sit and watch the construction for hours. Dad was a very inquisitive person, and kept an atlas at his chair side, and whenever there was a news story about a place he never heard of, would look it up to see where it was in the world. He spent his last day in the hospital watching an old-time western movie which he probably had seen many times before.
Bob is survived by his daughter, Michelle (Michael Zaplitny), and son Mark. Also, his two grandchildren: Teagan (Chance Payne), and Adam Dyck; and his two great-grand daughters: Caitlyn and Scarlett.
Bob was predeceased by his wife, Lorraine, in 2023; his parents, Mike & Anna; and his siblings: Harry, Dan, Ethel, Lorne, Tommy, and recently his youngest brother, Kenny. Also, various brothers & sisters-in-laws, and his in-laws, Mike and Aggie Thares.
He is survived by his elder brother, Gordon, of Estevan, and his younger sister, Jane, of Maple Creek. Also, his brother-in-law, Jim Thares, and sisters-in-law Ann Frolek, and Jean Croissant and their families.
Bob loved any 4-legged animal, and most recently started feeding a squirrel that he lovingly called “Melvin,” even though it was a female. The squirrel was so tame, it would sit on the front step railing and peer into the front door, waiting for peanuts. If that didn’t work, “Melvin” would bang against the screen door until someone came to feed her.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter, as Bob would have adopted them all if that was possible.
Arrangements entrusted to Warren’s Funeral Home. For further information please call 1-306-773-8831 or 1-800-267-6606, or visit the website http://www.warrensfuneralhome.com and express your sympathy to family members on the tribute wall.

CLARENCE SEEFRIED

CLARENCE SEEFRIED June 15, 1932 ~ November 11, 2025 Clarence Seefried passed away peacefully at the Leisure Way Group Home near Dunmore, AB., on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the age of 93 years. Left to cherish Clarence’s memory is his sister, Frieda Janke as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, Clarence was predeceased by his brother, Albert; three sisters, Irene Gackle, Esther Wutzke and Alice Hauck as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Clarence was born on the family farm near Bowell, AB., to proud parents, Robert and Annie Seefried. After his parents moved into town, Clarence stayed out on the farm and continued to work the land. In 2006, due to his declining health, Clarence moved into the Leisure Way Group Home just south of Dunmore. Although reluctant to move into the home at first, Clarence came around to love the freedom of living out in the country setting that the home had to offer. He was always very musical and had his guitar and banjo ready to play wherever he went. Clarence will forever be remembered as a man of honour who believed strongly that “Your handshake is your word.” Those wishing to pay their respects may do so beginning one hour prior to the celebration of Clarence’s life which will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Interment will follow at the Redcliff Cemetery with a time of fellowship thereafter in the Reflections Reception Facility. The service will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience the celebration are encouraged to visit the funeral home’s website and select the View Broadcast button on the Homepage at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”

RONALD WAYNE ENNS

RONALD WAYNE ENNS July 22, 1953 October 30, 2025 Forever in Our Hearts With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Wayne Enns, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Born in Medicine Hat, Alberta on July 22, 1953, Ron lived a life full of love, laughter, and purpose.
Ron is survived by his loving wife Lee Ann, daughters Jenine McInnis (Mark) and Korin Fisher (James), and stepson Christopher Murphy. He was a proud grandfather to Tyler McInnis (Paige), Cortney Cartier (Lane), Ethan Fisher, and Jaxon Fisher, and a cherished great-grandfather to Braelyn McInnis and Brodie Babiy. He is also survived by his sister Pat Enns and brother Jim Enns.
He was predeceased by his parents Ken and Lois Enns, and siblings Linda Hvidsten (Frank) and Kathleen McSweeny.
Ron’s legacy is one of love, laughter, and quiet strength. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
A celebration of Ron’s life will be held at the Leduc Golf & Country Club on January 11, 2026 from 11am-2pm. A livestream link to the celebration will be available on the Hainstock & Son Funeral Chapel Leduc website. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.

JOYCE WOOLLEY

JOYCE WOOLLEY February 6, 1937 ~ October 17, 2025
Eleanor Joyce Woolley, daughter of Norman and Ada (nee Hawthorne) Woolley, was born on February 6, 1937, in Medicine Hat. Her surviving family remember her as an exotic, elegant and classy big city girl. She had left home while the first of her nieces were very young, so while a country girl at heart, Aunt Joyce was a celebrity in their eyes. She had attended Feldman Lake School (a one room country school) and then went to Alexandra High School in Medicine Hat.
Joyce joined the Canadian Air Force where she was a radar operator. After the Air Force, Joyce worked for The Bell Telephone Company in Toronto, then at Canada Life Insurance in Toronto for 23 years. She moved to Tottenham, Ontario where she worked briefly in a market garden. Joyce was well known for her love of birds, peonies and day lilies. She decided to take a course in health care and worked at Good Samaritan Home until she retired.
Joyce is survived by four nieces, Marjorie (Les) Wonnenberg, Carol Franz, Shirley Maurer and Janice (Larney) DeBoer; one nephew, Calvin (Melissa) Boschee as well as numerous cousins and extended family in Ontario and Alberta. Joyce is also fondly remembered by her good friends, Joe and Sharon Duggan.
Joyce was predeceased by her parents, Norman and Ada; sister, Jean (John) Boschee; partner, Elwin “Slim” Tassie as well as her niece, Joanne Krutzler.
Honouring Joyce’s wishes, she will be laid to rest with her parents at Hillside Cemetery at a later date.
The family wishes to acknowledge Dr. Joanna and the caring staff at Simcoe Manor in Nottawasaga Wing, Dr. Lewis at Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Bryce Giroux (Jason Smith Funeral Chapel), Scott at Rod Abrams Funeral Home and Cook Southland Funeral Chapel in Medicine Hat for completing Joyce’s journey home. Thank you all for your compassion. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”

LEONARD ZIETARSKI

LEONARD ZIETARSKI 1946 ~ 2025 Leonard John Zietarski of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the age of 79 years. Cremation has been entrusted to the Pattison Funeral Home and Crematorium. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

DENNIS MOORE

DENNIS MOORE 1947 ~ 2025 Dennis John Moore of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Ivy Moore of Maple Creek, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the age of 78 years. Further information will be announced in the coming days. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

CONSTANCE REEDER-WINKLER

CONSTANCE REEDER-WINKLER 1966 ~ 2025 Constance “Connie” Lynn Reeder-Winkler, beloved wife of Bruce Winkler of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the age of 59 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

KENNETH ARTHUR

KENNETH ARTHUR 1954 ~ 2025 Kenneth Eugene Arthur, beloved husband of Linda Arthur of Medicine Hat, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the age of 71 years. The celebration of Kenneth’s life will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend officiating. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

JOHN GOGUEN

JOHN GOGUEN 1962 ~ 2025 John Howard Goguen, beloved husband of Dolores Goguen of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the age of 62 years. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend officiating. To leave a message of condolence and see the full obituary, you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.
PATTISON FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATORIUM
540 South Railway St. SE,
Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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