Michael Kollar Obituary
After graduation, Mike went to work for Bank of America for a couple of years before joining the Postal Service working as a carrier. While at the Postal Service he became a Vallejo Police Reserve Officer. In 1966 Mike was hired as a Vallejo Police Officer, Badge #276 by Chief Jack Stiltz. Mike earned an AA degree in Police Science 1971.
Mike worked as a patrol officer for many years before being assigned to the Youth Section. In 1982 Mike was assigned to the Police Activities League (PAL) by Chief Roland Dart. After 30 years with the department Mike retired in 1996. At this time, Chief Robert Nichelini asked Mike to stay on with PAL after his retirement. Mike stayed on as Executive Director and served in that role until stepping down earlier this year after 43 years at PAL.
Mike enjoyed hunting deer, elk and pheasants with sons, Greg and Steve. Many Octobers he traveled to South Dakota with retired officers Robert Olson and William Tweedy to hunt pheasants on the Olson Farm. Mike was a big 49er fan and started going to games in 1959 with Roy Puccinelli. Mike had season tickets until the team moved to Santa Clara.
Mike was also a SF Giants fan and Warriors fan. He enjoyed NASCAR and went to may races rooting for Jeff Gordon #24.
Mike was pre-deceased by his parents, sister Shelly Kollar and brother Adam Kollar Jr.
He is survived by his wife Dottie Kollar and five children, Mike Jr., Greg (Elizabeth), Neil, Steve (Lis) and Elizabeth (Kenny), brothers, John (Jaci), Joe and Tim, sisters, Mary and Chrissy and sister-in-law LuAnne. 14 grand and 17 great grandchildren.
Memorial Mass will be held Wednesday, November 12 at 11 AM at St. Basil The Great Catholic Church, 1200 Tuolumne Street, Vallejo. Inurnment will be private.
Arrangements entrusted to the direction and care of Twin Chapels Mortuary, Vallejo (707) 552-6696. www.TwinChapelsMortuary.com
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john peretto
November 11, 2025
To The Kollar Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Kollar was a big part of my childhood growing up, he was a great friend to me and my family. Alot of good times we shared crab feeds, baseball, basketball, and bocce ball tournaments. I would laugh with him often because he told me his sky hook was better than Kareem Abdul Jabar's. I will cherish those memories forever, thanks Mr. Kollar
Love John John Monica and Dominic Peretto
Gail and Vern Herkenrath
November 5, 2025
My condolences to the family. I am sure Mike will missed by so many people whose lives he touched. I remember the good old days.going out with Mike and Dottie, going to shows and having. dinner Yes those will not be forgotten. We will not be able to attend . I am so sorry. As we age some appointments just cannot be avoided. Just know my heart and soul will be there. I pray every day for you Dottie and your family/
Jeff Chambers
October 31, 2025
I attempted to send a message of condolences but I do not know if I was successful at getting the message sent. so I try again:
The Hal and Doris family extends our sincere condolences to all of the Kohlar family.
Lori & Jeff Collins
October 28, 2025
Jeff and I are so very sorry for your loss. Jeff worked with Mike for quite a few years down at PAL Soccer and thought the world of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lori & Jeff Collins
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