Obituaries

Robert “Bob” James Warnke, late of Regina, SK, passed away at the age of 74 on Saturday, August 10, 2024 after a courageous cancer journey.

Bob was born on March 8, 1950, to Henry and Lauretta Warnke, Bob was the youngest of eight children. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Rebecca “Becky” (née Ehmann); his two children Scott (Christine) and Natascha; his grandchildren Justin, Faith and Parker; Bob also leaves behind his brothers Father Eugene of Saskatoon, SK and Chuck (Carol) of Swift Current, SK; his sisters Margie of Weyburn, SK and Bernie of Regina; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers John and Ed.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Barry Lotz, the medical and administrative staff of the Pasqua Hospital, the Allan Blair Cancer Centre, the Home Care nurses, and the Palliative Care Unit at the Pasqua Hospital for their compassionate care of Bob.

Bob proudly served with the RCMP for 20 years, dedicating his career to communities across Alberta and Saskatchewan. His service included postings in Turner Valley, Claresholm, High Prairie and Edmonton, with his final posting at Depot Division, where he retired in 1989. Shortly after, Bob embarked on a second career, founding Bobeck Enterprises, where he focused on computer consultation and instruction. He travelled extensively throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta, leading the ROSS rollout. In his final career chapter, Bob joined the Public Service, working with Informatics at RCMP Regina HQ. His true passion lay in helping others and solving challenges.

Bob and Becky cherished their travels together, creating countless memories with friends and family. Their adventures took them across the globe, including visits to Mexico, Spain, France, England, Monaco, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands. They explored every province and territory in Canada, except for Nunavut, golfing along the way. They spent many vacations and winters in destinations like Texas, Alaska, New York, Nashville, Florida, California and Washington.

A Celebration of Bob’s Life will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. in the RCMP Depot Chapel, Regina, SK. Interment in the RCMP Cemetery. A come-and-go coffee and tea to follow at the RCMP Heritage Centre, 5907 Dewdney Avenue, Regina, SK from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you plan to attend, please RSVP with your full name and email address to RSVP@canoeist.ca by September 30, 2024.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the RCMP Heritage Centre, 5907 Dewdney Avenue, Regina, SK, S4T 0P4 or the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan.