06/23/2026
Brian Patrick Hoschka
Oct 8th, 1955 - June 18th, 2026
With hearts full of both gratitude and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Brian Patrick Hoschka, age 70, of Airdrie, Alberta, on June 18, 2026. Brian passed away with his family by his side following a brief but fiercely aggressive battle with blood cancer.
To know him was to love him; the world has truly lost a great man, husband, father, mentor, loyal friend, and a fierce protector of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and deep community roots.
Brian was born on October 8, 1955, to Pat and Marilyn Hoschka in Olds, Alberta. He attended school from grades one through twelve in Olds before beginning his career with Hudson’s Bay Oil and Gas in 1978. This marked the start of a lifelong dedication to the oilfield industry that only ended with his recent passing. Working in Regulatory Compliance, a Journeyman Millwright, and later as an API 653 Tank Inspector, Brian remained heavily active in the industry mentoring the next generation of oilfield professionals.
Beyond his career, Brian was profoundly committed to public service. On September 1, 1977, he began a remarkable 37-year stint with the Olds Fire Department. Rising from the rank of rookie to Deputy Fire Chief, he served his community with distinction until his retirement from the department in 2014, when he and Robynn relocated to Airdrie.
Brian’s greatest joy was his family, who affectionately knew him as "Pops." He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Robynn; his son, Mitch (Lauren) Hoschka of Cochrane, and their children, Knox and Dacia; his daughter, Jessica (Micah) Blakeley of Calgary, and their daughter, Haylee.
He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Kevin (Cynthia) Hoffman of Calgary; brother, Brent Hoschka of Olds; sisters, Deb (Peter) Sanden of Hussar; and Paula (Arla) Horn of Edmonton.
Brian was predeceased by his father, Pat, in 2024, and his mother, Marilyn, in 2025
A celebration of life will be held at a future date to honor a man who spread love and kindness wherever he went and who will live in our hearts forever.
