Thomas (Tony) Kowalski of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at the age of 78 years.  

Tony was born in Heerlen, Netherlands on March 22, 1947, to Leo and Maria Kowalski.  He moved to Canada on March 25, 1957, and became a Canadian Citizen.  After completing high school, he lived in Calgary, Alberta before eventually moving to Medicine Hat.  Tony worked for the Department of National Defence in the supply department at CFB Suffield, until he retired.  After his retirement, Tony spent his days golfing at Paradise Valley Golf Course and hoping that the Toronto Maple Leaf’s would eventually win a Stanley Cup.  He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and loved to watch them in their activities (sports).  

Tony is survived by his two sons, Mike Kowalski and Steve (Dana) Kowalski; his four grandchildren, Megan, Ava, Kapri and Kane; one brother, Hans (Patti) Kowalski; one nephew, Neil (Britt) Kowalski and their children, Rove and Burke, and his niece, Sarah Kowalski.  He was predeceased by his parents, Leo and Marie Kowalski.  

A private interment will take place at a later date.  

Those who wish to remember Tony with a donation may do so to the Parkinson’s Foundation of Canada (https://www.parkinson.ca/).