Age 85 of South St. Paul, MN
Passed from this life on January 29, 2019, at home with his family at his side. He was born on August 12, 1933 near Ortonville, MN to Henry and Irene (Ulrich) Steltz. Edward was a 1952 graduate of Odessa High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1956-1957 aboard the USS Erben.
On August 5, 1957, Edward married his sweetheart, Esther (Schweer), who he met roller-skating in Milbank. They made their early homes in Mankato and Kansas City before settling in South St. Paul where they lived for over 50 years. Together with Esther, he raised his family while working as a mechanic. He was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church for over 50 years and enjoyed making booya there in the fall. Edward loved cars and enjoyed owning several oddities over the years including Saab, Citroen, DKW, and Peugeot. He was happy with the hood up and tools in his hands. He also enjoyed golf, photography, downhill skiing, tending the birds and growing beautiful hollyhocks. Above all, he enjoyed talking with people. He was happy to be with family and friends and enjoyed passing time visiting with folks at many gatherings through the years. He had a smile for everyone.
Edward is survived by his wife of 61 years, Esther; their children, Lynda, Jeffrey (Maureen), and John Steltz; grandchildren, Daniel (Hillery) Steltz, Peter (Kimberly) Stelahue, Paul (Anjeanette) Steltz, Christopher (Kirsten Ward) Pellegrino, and Julia Pellegrino; great-grandson, Phelan Steltz. He is also survived by his sisters, Laura Mae (Eddie) Roeder, Ella Thomson, Rosemary Stock, and Charlene (Matt) Karels; sisters-in-law Inez Steltz and Bonnie Heinrich, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, James and Henry Steltz; brothers-in-law, Don Thomson and Jerry Stock; sisters-in-law, Gerri Steltz and Lorna Steltz.
A visitation will be held on Monday, February 4, 2019 from 9am-11am at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 2075 70th St E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. An 11am funeral service will be followed by a noon luncheon. Internment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery will be at 2pm Assembly Lane #5.