ROBERT MCKENTY, CD
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” James McKenty, who departed this life on Friday, May 29th, 2026 at Providence Place in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Born on February 1st, 1936 in London, Ontario, Bob lived a remarkable life of 90 years, marked by service, dedication, and love for family and community.
Bob proudly served in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), later known as the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), from 1954 until his retirement in 1980. He met his wife June in Quebec where they were both stationed with the RCAF. He said he pulled some strings to get her posted to France and wooed her until they got married in Metz, France in 1962. Subsequent postings took them to 4 Wing in Baden Soellingen, West Germany, CFB Cold Lake, AB, CFB North Bay, ON, CFB Petawawa, ON, CFS Mill Cove, NS and finally CFB Moose Jaw. He obtained the rank of Sergeant and was the Senior Med. A. at the base hospital at CFB Moose Jaw. His commitment to serving others continued with the Department of National Defence (DND) from 1982 to 1996.
Beyond his professional achievements, Bob was a man of many passions. He enjoyed horseback riding, golf, coaching and officiating hockey. His dedication to service extended into his personal life as a committed member of The International Association of Lions Clubs, where he was distinguished as a Life Member and honoured with the Melvin Jones Fellowship. Furthermore, his service to Canada was recognized with the Canadian Forces Decoration-First Clasp and the Special Service Medal-NATO. Bob was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, where he shared camaraderie and fellowship with many. His deep sense of community was evident through his numerous contributions and active participation in these organizations.
He was predeceased by his beloved parents, mother Carrie and father James; sister, Ellen; brothers, Bill and Clare (Butch); and son-in-law, Glen. Bob is survived by his devoted wife, June McKenty; son, Richard; daughter-in-law, Sanghamitra; daughter, Tracey; son-in-law, Simo; grandchildren: Matthew (Venessa), Braydon (Holly), Logan (Jayden), and Anika; and great-grandchildren, Trenton and Sorcha. He will also be fondly remembered by his numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends (especially those at Rosewood Place). Special thank you to his long term (40+ years) physician Dr. Volker Rininsland, as well as the caring staffs of Moose Jaw Special Care Home and Providence Place.
Bob’s warmth, humour, and unwavering kindness touched the hearts of all who knew him. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten.
A Roman Catholic Service with Royal Canadian Legion Honour Guard to honour Bob’s life will be held on Friday, June 12th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Church of Our Lady, 566 Vaughan St in Moose Jaw, SK. Family, friends, and those whose lives were enriched by Bob’s presence are invited to attend and celebrate his enduring legacy. Father Nestor Gregoire will officiate, and interment will take place in Rosedale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Bob’s memory to CNIB or Ronald McDonald House, reflecting his spirit of generosity and compassion.
May he rest in eternal peace,
reunited with loved ones who have gone before him.
Per ardua ad astra
Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Andrew Pratt, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Dear June and family,So sorry to hear about Bob’s passing and sending sincere condolences
My sincere sympathy to you June and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
June and Family,
Our most sincerest condolences. We always enjoyed our conversations with Bob. Cherish the great memories of a life well lived.
Lloyd and Sandi Luhning
Dear June:
June: Please accept my sincere condolences on Bob’s passing.
I remember Bob and yourself well from my time in CFS MILL COVE Radio station. We were good friends during the time we were stationed there.
Bob was always ready to assist others, and he got along well with all the people he encountered. No doubt he will be dearly missed by all his loved ones and friends.
RIP my friend.
Lion Bob was a mentor of mine. He served as District Governor two years before I did and he and June were almost a second set of parents for my wife and me. We always enjoyed his sense of humour and his dedication to helping others. Long after he was no longer active as a Lion, he would always follow Lions events and want to know how things were going. Our condolences to June and their extended family.
Dear June and family.
On behalf of my parents, the late Eric & Bernie Gallant, I offer our heartfelt condolences. I know my parents treasured yours and Bob’s friendship over the years. Sending strength and peace as you navigate through this difficult time.
May they all rest in peace.
Dear June and Family; so sorry to hear about your loss ,take comfort in all your years of beautiful memories, take care of yourselves and each other, thinking of you June and your family at this sad time,sincerely, Donna and Steve McSherry.
I’d like to extend my deepest condolences to June and the entire McKenty family. I first met Bob back in the day when I took a term job at 15 Wing as a Stores Person in the Supply section, he was my supervisor and he was a joy to work with. His sense of humor really made for a great place to work. Years later, his humor would follow me as I would interact with him at my current job. Bob will be sadly missed.
RIP Bob.
My sincere Condolences to June and family
Rest In Peace Bob your work in Lion’s was appreciated by all.
I worked with Bob and June at Superstore over 23 years ago. June, Bob was a great guy, always making me laugh. Thinking of you.
Aunt June and family. So sad to hear of Bob’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending my condolences to June and the family. Bob was a lovely man who I always enjoyed having a visit with. Unfortunately I can’t attend the service but I will be silently be celebrating the life of this beautiful soul. Rest in peace, Bob!
Sorry to hear about your husband.
Know that I am thinking of you at this sad time.
June and Family, I am so terribly sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. You could not have met a more kind and generous person. You will be missed, rest in peace Bob.
Dear June. I remember you and Bob from his leadership role when I worked with MJ Diversified Services from the early 80’s. May the impact you both had in community bring comfort from a life of value and service to many. God bless.
Sorry for your loss, my condolences to your family
To June and family,
We were so sad to hear of Bob’s passing.
Our friendship started as neighbors on 13th Ave., and has continued over the years.
Please let your beautiful memories bring you the peace you need.
Our sincere condolences.
June and Family my deepest heartfelt condolences. I’m going to miss his smiling face and his humour. He was always happy when we all worked together and even when he came to shop. Sending hugs and love to you June
Rest in Paradise Bob.
So sorry to hear of your husband’s passing June, sending our deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Bob & Lorette Gardner
Dear June and family,
Sending my sympathies to you all during this difficult time, as you remember and celebrate Bob’s life and many cherished moments together.
Sorry to hear of Bob passing my prayed are with you June and family. He was a great guy
Sorry for your loss
Sincere condolences to Bob’s family. First met Bob and Rick in the 80’s at the hockey rink as we had many occasions to officiate hockey games. Bob’s sense of humour and his quest to have fun made the games quite interesting. Always admired how active he was in the community giving his time to others. Rest in Peace.