Escanaba, MI
Jeffrey Kane Wiltzius, age 37, of Escanaba, passed away unexpectedly at home on October 1, 2025.
Jeff was born February 22, 1988 in Escanaba, MI, the son of Bernard and Sandra (Kane) Wiltzius. He attended and graduated from Gladstone Area Schools and furthered his education at Bay de Noc Community College in Waste Water Management.
Jeff’s favorite place was his camp in Stonington where he hunted and rode his side by side. He always said he enjoyed smelling that great Stonington air. He also enjoyed ice fishing and watching his favorite teams, The Pittsburgh Penguins, Chicago Bears and Milwaukee Brewers. What Jeff cherished and loved most in this life were his two daughters.
Jeff is survived by two daughters, Hadley and Everly; parents, Bernie and Sandy; brothers, Curtis and Dan; sister, Dinah (Noahh) Gerard; niece and nephew, Emerson and Cohen Gerard, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Jeff is preceded in death by a brother, Matt.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Wiltzius family.
Becky Quinn - Gladstone , MI
Pat and I send our deepest condolences to you all during this very sad time. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Donna Pepin - Escanaba, MI
Dear Sandy and Boomer Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time Love Donna and Jim
Mary malnor - Rapid River, MI
Our deepest heartfelt condolences to the entire wiltzius family. We are so very very sorry for your loss.
Ruth Madalinski - Escababa, MI
We are so very sorry about Jeff. We will fondly remember all the hockey days with the boys together when they were young. All our prayers and Sympathy
Mike & Ruth Madalinski