Dave Malatek Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Dave Malatek of Marion, Iowa, born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who passed away on February 3, 2026 at the age of 77. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Malatek and Gladys Malatek; his siblings, Jeff, Vernon and Carol; his former wife Carol (Meskimen); and his son Troy Malatek.
He is survived by: his daughters, Tracy Everett (Dave) and Tricia Wilson (Jamie); his stepchildren, B. J. Pruitt (Kris) and Tina Pruitt; his grandchildren, Mitchel (Kendra), Trevor, Madison, Macie, Autumn, Billy, Erin, Eric and Rachel; and his siblings, Cathy Petry (Richard), Paul Malatek (Diane) and Jim Malatek (Terry). He is also survived by several great grandchildren, nephews and nieces.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 28th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the American Legion Post #555 (1545 Main St, Ely, IA 52227).
Memorials may be directed to Unity Point Hospice in Dave's name.
