Robert Lee Maly, 82, of Wilber, Nebraska, passed away  peacefully on Wednesday, August 12, 2020. He was born in Wahoo on January 27, 1938, to Charles and Lillian (Musil) Maly. Bob grew up on a small farm in Touhy with his six siblings.  While times were hard,  their strong faith,  work ethic and love for one another carried them through. Upon high-school graduation, Bob enlisted with the Navy to experience the world. On July 16, 1960, he married Rosalie (Pecka) unto which five children were born into this union. Bob worked hard to support his family including years at the elevator and Farmland.  Eventually, he was able to return to his  passion of farming, establishing a first generation farm southwest of Wilber. Bob will be remembered  for his sense of humor and  zest for life.  He had a great love of music,  dancing and following the Jim Kucera Band and singing along with country music (especially Johnny Cash). A proud Wilberite,  Bob volunteered in a variety of capacities including the Wilber-Clatonia School Board, Lion's Club, St. Wenceslaus Knights of Columbus and Parish, and the Sportsman Club. He always looked forward to his weekly card-playing gang.   A permanent fixture of the annual Czech Days he could be seen driving the tractor in the parade, working in the information booth and singing with the St. Wenceslaus polka mass choir. After losing Rosalie to cancer, Bob married Doris (Florian) on November 30th, 1996. They were blessed to be able to retire and  travel, taking several memorable trips. Bob spent the last four years of his life at Tabitha in Crete.  A special thank you for the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Crete for "adopting" him into their parish as he was a weekly presence. A man of strong faith and character, he will be greatly missed by all. Bob is the loving father of Karen (Scott) Selzer, Doug (Joy) both of Lincoln,  Lori (Neal) Lopez of Chicago, David (Lisa) of Wilber, and Deb (Jim) Kucera of Waverly.  Cherished grampy of Josh and Nicole Selzer, Trisha and Tali Maly, Joel and Bret Lopez, Dalton and Lauren Maly and Zach and Britni Kucera. Great-grampy of Landen.  Step-father to Alan (Kim) Florian, Arlene (Scott) Albert, Brian (Judy) Florian and Melissa (Todd) Blome. These unions blessed Bob with another eleven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Survived by siblings: Charles (Yvonne), Theresa,  Tom (Joann), and Bernie (Joy). Sister-in-law: Marlene (Doug) Saabye,  Brother-in-laws:  Don (Alice) Pecka,  Dan (Barb) Pecka, and Duane (Lisa) Pecka. Numerous nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by brother Arnold (Lois) Maly  and sister Joan (Leroy) Strizek. A viewing for the public will be held on Sunday from 1 – 5 PM at Kuncl Funeral Home in Wilber, NE.  Family will not be present at the viewing.  The Rosary Service and Funeral Mass will be held privately for immediate family (Invite Only) but will be available for all to view on the Kuncl Funeral Home website ( www.kunclfh.com ) at the following times:  Rosary Service (family only) Sunday, 7:00 PM, Kuncl Funeral Home in Wilber.  Funeral Mass (family only) Monday, 10:30 AM, St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Wilber with viewing for family beginning at 9:30 AM.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are in care of the family to be designated at a later time.  Kuncl Funeral Home in Wilber is in charge of arrangements.