MARTIN LAWRENCE SCHILTZ

MARTIN LAWRENCE SCHILTZ, age 65, of Shakopee, MN died on July 25, 2025 at The Estates at Excelsior Nursing Home. He died peacefully with family at his bedside. Martin, known as Marty, was born on June 11, 1960 in LaCrosse, WI to Eugene and Mary Schiltz. His father, Eugene, died in September the previous year never having the opportunity to meet his extraordinary son. Marty attended Caledonia High School where he lettered in football and basketball. Being a stong farmboy at 6’3”, he helped Caledonia win the MN State football championship in 1976. As the youngest in the family, Marty was the last son to leave the farm after having worked very hard during high school for his stepfather, William Colleran, on the Schiltz family farm. After graduating from Western Wisconsin Technical Institute with a degree in business marketing, Marty held various sales jobs before moving to the Twin Cities. Marty’s strong voice and outgoing personality made him the perfect fit for calling Bingo at Little Six. He was a crowd favorite. Marty drove truck for over 40 years for various contractors eventually becoming an independent owner and operator of his own truck. . Marty never met a stranger - just future friends. He had many stories to share and an unforgettable laugh which would warm your soul. He always had a story to share and could tell a good joke. Marty was a loyal brother, proud uncle, and great friend to many. He was a relentless teaser to all his nieces and nephews which extended to their children as well. Marty taught us how to work hard, laugh harder, and never take life too seriously. He was an avid sports fan supporting his nieces and nephews in all their sports as well being a loyal Minnesota Viking fan. In the latter years, Marty took a special interest in politics supporting conservative values. Marty is survived by siblings Anthony (Carol) Schiltz, Sarah Schiltz Deters, William (Jenifer) Schiltz, sister-in-law Jane Schiltz and many nieces and nephews. Special mention to his godchild MaryEllen Goetzinger. Preceded in death by his father, Eugene Schiltz, mother, Mary Schiltz Colleran, stepfather, William Colleran, and brothers Fred, Paul and Bob Schiltz. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, August 15 at 11:00 am at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Caledonia. Father Andrew Vogel will officiate, and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Caledonia. Visitation will be from 9:30 until 10:45 am Friday at St Mary’s Holy Family Hall. A luncheon will be held in Holy Family Hall at the conclusion of the service. The Schiltz family would like to thank Moments Hospice Team for their skilled and compassionate care.

MARTIN LAWRENCE SCHILTZ

June 11, 1960 - July 25, 2025