Friday, June 23, 2023 at 12:00 a.m.
Jobe, Dennis
DENNIS NEVILLE JOBE, beloved husband of Sharon Jobe and proud father to Trevor and Stacey, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the age of 82 years.
DENNIS NEVILLE JOBE, beloved husband of Sharon Jobe and proud father to Trevor and Stacey, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the age of 82 years.
Besides his loving wife Sharon of almost 58 years, Dennis is survived by his two children, Trevor (Sandra) of Anchorage, Alaska, and Stacey (Christine) of Calgary, AB; and siblings Allan of Cranbrook, BC, and Marylou (Delbert) Fischl of Vulcan AB; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and grandchildren.
Major [retired] Dennis Jobe was born on January 13, 1941 in Marysville, BC to Robert and Angella Jobe. He spent the better part of his youth in the Kimberly area and left in 1956 to enlist in the Canadian Army. Dennis became a Soldier Apprentice and graduated from the program to become a skilled Artillery Surveyor. His early days in Picton were spent playing Regimental Basketball/Hockey/Baseball/Broomball; sports were a lifelong passion which he passed on to his children. Dennis was particularly proud of having served three Tours of Duty with NATO in Germany. His first tour was in early 1960's, then with the SSM Battery in the late 1960s, and 1 RCHA 1977-1980. Dennis was also with 3 RCHA Shilo [1972-77], he was given a promotion in the Regiment to MWO in 1973 [at the time he was the youngest MWO in the Army]; his final years were served with 20th Field Battery as the CO in Lethbridge.
He and Sharon retired in Lethbridge, where Dennis took his leadership skills to owning and operating businesses. He was proud to work with the City of Lethbridge (Emergency Services), and consult in Mexico with an Alberta pipeline company. He was a proud member of the Lethbridge Military Museum, LUSI, and a 65-year member of the Royal Canadian Legion. Dennis also enjoyed scouting for the WHL (Calgary Wranglers and Moose Jaw Warriors), as he was a strong supporter of junior hockey and women in sports. Dennis enjoyed working in his yard and became an expert gardener in his retirement.
"Dennis of legendary characters, the rough and tumble toughness of John Wayne combined with the rogue charm of Clark Gable, but above all, in his retirement, the graciousness of his own deep rooted kindness to help others….." Gloria Stowell
A Celebration of Life will be held at the LETHBRIDGE ARMOURY, 337 Stubb Ross Road, Lethbridge, AB on Friday, June 23rd, 2023 from 13:30 hrs to 16:00 hrs.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (crhfoundation.ca).
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Dear Sharon and family, Dennis was a special friend to my father Ed Lucarz. My dad took Dennis under his wing in Germany when he was in his early twenties. I was just a young kid of 8 years old but I loved it when Dennis came over to are house in Hemer Germany. He bought my sister a little buggee bird for Christmas and we named it Dennis after him. My dad passed away a long time ago but he loved Dennis like a son. I had the joy of catching up with Dennis when he came to Winnipeg to visit his brother I think. Seeing him then made me feel like a young kid again with all the stories he had to share about him and my dad. I am so sorry for your loss of such a great man.
Stacey, to the Jobers Family, so sorry to hear of this sad news. RIP to Dennis.
So very sorry to hear about your dad Stacey. He was a great guy who raised two great kids. Take care.
My condolences with sympathy.
Sharon - Carol and I were shocked to hear of Dennis's passing. We would like to extend our sincere condolences to you and your son and daughter. Dennis was such a larger than life character and involved in so many activities and organizations that he will be sorely missed. He was a great friend and colleague. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the days ahead.
My sincere condolences to you Sharon and family. First met Bdr Jobe in 2 SSM Bty in Shilo as my Honest John Wind Set operator in 1962/63. Later in 3 RCHA in the 70's. Many great times with you, Denis, and the children. RIP my friend. UBIQUE.
Sharon I'm so sorry to hear of Dennis's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Trevor & Stacey at this difficult time.
Sharon, Stacey and Trevor, our sincere condolences on Dennis' passing. He was a loyal friend and an honourable colleague. He will be greatly missed.
Our deepest condolences to the Jobe family from all of us at the Wildstone Golf Course in Cranbrook. We will miss Dennis' visits, conversations and warm personality. Our thoughts are with you.