Obituary of Fritz David Kobza

Fritz David Kobza 1936 - 2015 Fritz David Kobza of Canal Flats, BC passed away tragically on October 18th, 2015 in a motor vehicle accident just north of Canal Flats. Fritz is survived by his son Stephen Kobza, his daughters Lela Kobza and Dawn-Rose Kobza, his stepsons Christopher and Neil Vanderhorst, by his sister Edi Grieser, and by his nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. Fritz was predeceased by his parents Stephen and Eve Kobza, by his wife Linda Kobza, and Fritz's brother John has since passed away. Born in Yahk, BC in November 1936, Fritz and his family moved to Canal Flats, BC, where Fritz grew up and went to high school in Kimberly. In 1954 he left for schooling at Devry Institute in Chicago, worked for a time in Medicine Hat and Fort Macleod, and by 1967 had settled in Edmonton, Alberta to become an instructor of electrical instrumentation at NAIT. Fritz had several hobbies, including a love for photography, weather reporting, and an interest in old coins. He loved trying to understand the mechanics of some sort of engine or electronic and making it work again. He also loved spending time outdoors in the sun and fresh air. Fritz and Linda were married in 1985 and moved to Canal Flats in 1992 to pursue their dream of building a golf course and living in the mountains. They spent many summers camping and fishing. Together they brought Th' Flats Golf Course to life, and Fritz enjoyed returning to his roots in his hometown and contributing to the community. They found happiness in their life together, and in death were not long separated. We may take comfort that in spite of his tragic exit Fritz and Linda may now be together again. Services for Fritz will take place in the spring of 2016 in Canal Flats. Details will be forthcoming in the Canal Flats Newsletter, or you may contact Neil at vanderhorst@pacificu.edu to be personally notified. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com