Edward "Ed" Shiltz

Edward "Ed" Shiltz obituary

Edward "Ed" Shiltz

Edward Shiltz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Schmitt Funeral Home - WaKeeney on Aug. 27, 2025.

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Edward "Ed" Shiltz, 69, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away August 25, 2025, at Trego County-Lemke Memorial Hospital. He was born July 23, 1956, in North Platte, NE, to William and Ruth (Hamar) Shiltz, and graduated with the Class of 1974 from Trego Community High School.

Funeral arrangements are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672. Memorial contributions may be made to DSNWK and sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be shared at www.schmittfuneral.com.

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