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Anthony Kollar Obituary

Anthony M. Kollar, 64, of Emmaus, passed away peacefully August 10, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was married to his high school sweetheart, Karen J. (Arndt) Kollar for 42 years. Born in Emmaus, he was a son of late Anthony D. and Catherine (Jandrisevitz) Kollar. Tony was a maintenance mechanic for Exide, Daytimer's, Deer Park and worked at Niagara Bottling for the past 13 years. Tony was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church, Emmaus. He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan.

Survivors: Loving Wife; Son, Ben and his wife Nikki; Daughter, Katie and her husband Brent; Son, Matt and his wife Holly; Sister, Cathy Bogert and her husband Jerry; Brother, Mike Kollar; Granddaughters, Lillian, Olivia, Brooke, Kinsley; Beloved dog, Jack. "And in the end the love you take is equal to the love you make" "FLY EAGLES FLY"

Services: Private. Arrangements entrusted to Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, Emmaus.

Contributions: in lieu of flowers may be made to the Lehigh County Humane Society, 640 Dixon St., Allentown, PA 18103.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Morning Call on Aug. 12, 2020.

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Tom Wuench

August 22, 2020

Karen, My favorite memory Tony is how much he cared for you and the family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Steve Silfies

August 17, 2020

Karen and Family. I just heard about Tony's passing. I was a Emmaus volunteer fire-fighter and a member of the Emmaus Ambulance Corp with Tony many moons ago. Have some great memories of Tony. So sorry for your loss

Lori and Doug Reiss

August 17, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tony and Sarah Apanavage

August 16, 2020

Karen, may all the wonderful memories of Tony carry you and your family through this sad time.

Sylvia Mayernik Pituch

August 14, 2020

As you gather to grieve, to celebrate and remember, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you for this next part of the journey.

Blessings - Sylvia & Victor

Ellen Neave

August 13, 2020

Sorry for your loss. Ellen (Noti)Neave

Janice and Thom Saeger

August 13, 2020

Sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you, Karen and family

Janice and Thom Saeger

Bob Best

August 13, 2020

Thoughts and prayers to Tony's family. He is at peace and no more pain.
Tony always helped a person out when help was needed.
He is missed. He would want all to heal and carry on.

Tyrone & Vickie Behler

August 13, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Bill and Sandy Wells

August 13, 2020

Our thoughts are with the entire family.
Tony was always fun,, work or outside of work.
He will surely be missed.

John Price

August 13, 2020

I always enjoyed my time with Tony at work , talking about the Phillies or Eagles or life in general. he will be missed deeply, my sincere condolences on your loss.

scott robertson

August 12, 2020

Shocked to hear of the passing of a gentle giant. Worked with Tony at Daytimers and sports was always the main topic of conversation. I will certainly cherish those times. My condolences to Karen and the entire family.

Scott Robertson

Gerald Lichtenwalner

August 12, 2020

So sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. I worked with him at Daytimers and he was a great man and fellow Eagles fan. My sympathy to your family!

Jess Roeder-Henry

August 12, 2020

Karen and family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My parents (Don and Terri Roeder) were your neighbors for many years. We are so sorry for your loss.

August 12, 2020

Karen & Family, Sorry for your loss. You & your family are in my thoughts and prayers

George Kelshaw

August 12, 2020

I had the privilege to work with Tony the last 10 years together at Niagara plant in Allentown. Being only a few years apart we joke about the good old days , We tackle a lot of problems together both inside and outside. I will always miss my friend.

August 12, 2020

REST IN PEACE.....


EHS CLASS OF 1976

Russel fick

August 12, 2020

Sorry for your loss Karen and family prayers from the ficks

becky Zellner

August 12, 2020

I can hardly believe this gentle giant is gone. I enjoyed his smile and friendship at Niagara. Our memories will keep him fresh in our minds.

Christopher Stiles / Suez / GE

August 12, 2020

Thank you Tony. It was a Honor and a pleasure to be a friend and coworker. You will allways be remembered, and in our thoughts. Thank you again for being a part of our lives and allowing us the pleasure to be part of yours. A friendship we will all continue to hold. All our best to your family and God Bless... Christopher Stiles

John J. Scrizzi

August 11, 2020

Karen & Family,

Deepest sympathies on your loss. Tony is in my thoughts and prayers.

God bless

richard lewis

August 11, 2020

tony was a great friend ,I worked with Tony as an umpire in the Lehigh valley league many times , ONE THING FOR SURE ABOUT TONY IS THE FACT THAT ONE could always count on Tony to be there and make the right call . He will be greatly missed . my condolences and prayers go out to his family at this very sad time ,God bless to all ,sincerely Rich Lewis

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