(Paul) Wolfgang Zitzer

It is with profound sadness that the family of (Paul) Wolfgang Zitzer, of Cobourg, Ontario, announces his passing on June 1, 2026, at Extendicare, Cobourg, at the age of 95.
Born in Bremen, Germany, in 1931, Wolfgang (or “Wolfie,” as he was affectionately known) immigrated to Canada in 1953, settling first in Toronto and later living in Oshawa and Cobourg. A self-starter with a passion for nature, he ran his own landscaping business for several decades and loved spending time at the cottage that he built with his wife, Brenda, to whom he was happily married for 60 years.
Wolfgang was a loving father to his late son Ulf (from a previous marriage), son Toby and daughter Noelle (son-in-law Rob); he was also a proud grandfather to Svenja and great-grandfather to Malou, who reside in Germany. He is predeceased by his brother, Richard, and sister, Eva. Wolfgang will be fondly remembered by friends and extended family in Canada, Germany, and the UK for his spontaneous acts of kindness, love of animals, and unique brand of humour.
The family would like to thank the staff at Extendicare, Cobourg, for exemplary and compassionate care.
A celebration of life will be held on June 10, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Words of Remembrance at 2:00 p.m.) at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King Street East, Cobourg, ON.
Donations in Wolfgang’s memory can be made to the Canadian Wildlife Federation or Parkinson Canada.