Kot, Annie
Annie Kot
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Annie Kot (née: Ann Michelle Dombowsky), who exited time and entered into eternity in the arms of Jesus. Annie left for heaven on the afternoon of Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, at the age of 34 years. She passed peacefully and without pain, surrounded by her loving family. After a courageous one-year battle with a rare form of cancer, Annie spent her final eight days at the ICU in Regina, Saskatchewan, where she was cared for day and night by her husband, Joel, her family, and her closest friends, who never left her side.
Born on February 22nd, 1992, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Annie was the fourth of five children born to Shelly and Ben Dombowsky. She was raised in Moose Jaw, where she attended Cornerstone Christian School, completing high school at Central Collegiate. It was during these years that she met the love of her life, Joel Kot, and formed lifelong friendships that remained a source of love and support until the very end.
Annie spent two years at Bethel School of Ministry in California — one with her brother Louis and one with her brother Mark —followed by a one-year internship. Throughout those formative years, she poured her heart into serving others. She volunteered at a senior’s centre, bringing joy to the residents, and served with compassion among the homeless and those facing hardship in Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Nicaragua.
Upon returning home to Moose Jaw, Annie completed a two-year Business program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. It was during this time that she reconnected with her forever love, Joel, and their story together really began. They were married on October 19th, 2019, in a special ceremony in Central Park, New York City. The couple made their home in Moose Jaw, where they welcomed their daughter, Gianna Gem Kot (“Gia”), on November 6th, 2020, and their son, Ari Thomas Kot, on May 16th, 2023. During this season, Annie also became a Red Seal certified hairstylist, sharing her savvy for all things beautiful.
Annie lived a life marked by unbridled joy, intentional love, and practical service. Truly relational, she had a deep care for both the big and small details in the lives of those around her. Extremely well-organized and meticulous, she showed love through thoughtful actions and a genuine desire to make others feel seen and valued.
Annie is survived by her devoted husband and best friend, Joel Kot; their two children, Gia and Ari; her parents, Shelly and Ben Dombowsky; her maternal grandmother, Shirley Begin; her siblings: Matt and Carla Dombowsky, their children Pascale, Simone, Benedict, Eugenie, and Mattias; Mark and Dominique Dombowsky, their children Theodore and Margot; Louis Dombowsky; and Abigail Dombowsky. Joel’s family includes parents, John and Eva Kot; brother, Ryan and his wife Kirstin, their children Cillian and Orla; and sister, Lindsey and her partner Max Back. Annie was predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Louis and Elenora Dombowsky; maternal grandfather, Ed Begin; and her aunt, Rosanne King, who we can assume she is laughing and dancing with at this very moment.
A Celebration of Annie’s Life will be held on Friday, May 8th, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Apostolic Church in Moose Jaw, followed by a luncheon. All are welcome, as Annie was greatly adored. Those not able to attend may view the service by going to https://www.youtube.com/live/pMTsSoXHxrg?si=fjI44e4mN441m4bj. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested any donations be made to www.gofundme.com/support-the-kot-family. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Dear Shelley & Ben:
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter.
Thinking of you all.
Your old neighbours from Alder Ave. Evelyn & Dave
No words can express the sadness for the loss of our beloved Annie, your cherished Daughter , wife, mother to her darlings, sister, and our precious niece. Annie was truly a ray of sunshine wherever she was, sharing encouragement and humor with a heart of love! May the Lord cover you with His comfort and great love. Our prayers for you all will go on!!
Dearest Dombowsky & Joel & the Kot family –
I send you every ounce of love I can at this moment, and every moment every day. I adore Annie – as the dear sister and sister in law to my dearest friends Mark and Dom, and then also as someone who absolutely marked me through our own little moments we shared together. A remarkable woman.
xo
Lindsey
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Sending our deepest sympathy to you and family.
Annie was such a talented and gifted child of God. My sincere condolences to the entire family. Annie will be missed but she will never be forgotten.
God Bless the Kot and Dombowsky families in Jesus name. Amen.
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.
Psalm 116:15
Dom, Mark; Theo, Margot
We are so sorry for the grief you have for the loss of Annie. Please take care .
Love and hugs,
Dan and Cathie
Dear Shelly and Ben,
I was so very sorry to hear of the death of your beloved daughter. I believe she was born when you lived
at Blue Sage Estates. I wish there was something I could do to take your grief away.
Dianne Hammond
To the Dombowsky and Kot Families; We send our heartfelt condolences on Annie’s passing. Whenever I saw her she was always smiling and happy. This is such a sad tragedy losing such a special person, we hope your wonderful memories will ease your burden. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs. Darla and Lloyd
We knew Annie very briefly in a season in Calgary after she finished her time at Bethel. We shared lots of laughs in the times we spent together. She inspired us with her God-given vibrancy, creativity and compassion. Deepest condolences on her passing… she will be missed.
Alenna and Aaron Jamieson
Joel, Shelly, Ben and all of Annie’s family, we are so sorry to hear of Annie’s passing and send our heartfelt condolences to all of you during this difficult time.
Dear Shirley, the Begin, Dombowsky and Kot Families,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear about Annie. Being neighbours for so many years with you (Shirley) and Ed, we met many of your grandchildren. Annie was such a sweet, gentle presence. Even though we didn’t know Annie well, she was always up for a chat and a good laugh, and we could tell she had a very caring nature. She truly was a joy to be around. The world would be a much brighter, more loving place if more people were like her. You should all be very proud of the daughter, granddaughter, and beautiful woman you raised. Our hearts go out to all of you and please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Andie, Marlys, and Brent
Dear dombowsky and Koot family I’m sorry to hear the passing of your daughter and wife. Annie will be missed she had a wonderful smile that filled a room. She is now in the arms of Jesus without any pain looking down on everyone in this sad time
A special part of my year long road trip around North America was spending a night in Annie and Joel’s home.
Despite having lots going on, Annie brought presence, joy and a curiousity to my experience. Thank you Annie.
Sending love to the Dombowskys and Kots ❤️