Malcolm Lee Nirka, 79, of Blackshear, passed away Thursday morning, July 16, 2026, at his residence following an extended illness.
Born April 29, 1947, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, he was a son of the late Matthew and Elizabeth Hayden Nirka. He was a veteran, having served in the United States Navy in the Vietnam War and had lived in multiple states in the United States. He retired as a California Highway Patrolman following nearly 20 years of service and had lived in Brunswick for the last 30 years before moving to Blackshear in late 2025.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Jeanette Hayden.
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Gloria Jean Shrock Nirka, Blackshear; seven children; several grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Memorialization is by cremation.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing online at www.hartfh.com.
Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.
