Tony V. Malnar, 69 of Girard, KS died February 9, 2024 at his home following a long illness.
He was born Feb 2, 1955 in Girard, Kansas the son of Eddie and Betty (Howell) Malnar.
On February 2, 1979, he was united in marriage to Margaret E. "Missi" Malnar in Pittsburg, KS; she preceded him in death on October 25, 2008.
Tony was an auto body technician for several years. He owned and operated Malnar Auto Body in Frontenac, Kansas.
Survivors include a sister, Vicki Curran of Coffeyville, KS; six adopted grandchildren: Morgan Lee Prager, Kiersten Monique Crawford, Christian Shane Crawford, Adia Chanelle Johns, J'Naya Louise Logan, Basia Shiann Smith; three great-grandchildren: Jakaiah Braelyn Crawford, Luca Lee Venturella, Zamir Akeem Pierce; a nephew, Scott Curran; and an adopted daughter, Christine Vincent and family along with his beloved dog Kobe.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, an adopted daughter Kimberly Ann Prager, and a faithful companion, Goliath.
A Graveside service will be held Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 2 p.m. at the Liberal City Cemetery in Liberal, MO.
Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Bath Naylor Funeral Home of Pittsburg.
