Kelly Robert VON HILTGEN
Kelly Von Hiltgen, age 49, passed away on Wednesday, November 15th of 2023 in Edmonton, AB, Canada.
Kelly was the son of late Mike Hiltgen and Wendy Hiltgen. He born on December 6th of 1973 at Grace hospital in Vancouver, Canada. Kelly was baptized catholic. He attended centennial high school in Coquitlam, BC and went on to achieve a hockey career in minor and major leagues in the United States, spanning over several cities. Kelly’s passions were hockey, his business in hockey gear, and his family.
Kelly was loved by so many. He was charismatic, intelligent, and always tried to make a difference in people. Kelly was a proud father, he doted on them to anyone he would meet and loved his five children dearly. He had a soft spot in his heart, wanting to share positivity and encouragement to his family, friends, and those in need. He was a deep thinker, an entrepreneur, and he was good at anything he put his mind to. His influence will forever remain in the lives of all who knew him.
He is survived by his Daughter-Olivia Amos, son in law-Jonte Amos, Son-Michael Von Hiltgen, Daughter-Lola Von Hiltgen with his former wife Tiffany Alred Phillips; Daughter-Mattea Von Hiltgen, and Son-Chase Von Hiltgen with his beloved Meghan Arbuckle; Brother-Ken Hiltgen; Mother-Wendy Hiltgen; Former wife-Rhonda Ridley and numerous others.
Private family services were held.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Vancouver at https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/ donate-now/ (https://www. bigbrothersvancouver.com/ donate-now/)as one of Kelly’s many goals was to help troubled youth through mentorship and sports.
MATTHEW 11:28-30
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
Saddens me about Kelly’s passing.
He was my best friend growing up! Well thats what two four years playing in the same alley in East Vancouver around 1978.So many of my childhood memories were created with the Hiltgen family. My deepest condolences to his family.
Until we meet again
Little Mikey
It hurts my heart to know he’s not here anymore, but know I know he’s in a better place I’ll never forget the times we had together good in bad. I know you’re watching over and protecting all of us one day we’ll be reunited but not yet. I’m sorry that you won’t be here to watch me graduate or get married but I know you’ll be cheering for me from up above. I love you forever and always and you’ll never be forgotten. Love your daughter Mattea ❤️
Hi Mattea, I am very sorry for your loss, it is not fair for you all. I never met Kelly but I was a good friend of your Mom’s when I lived in Vancouver, we worked at Grouse together and the last time I saw you, you were still in a pushchair, so a year or two ago now. I moved back to NZ and then Australia and lost touch with your Mom maybe after your brother was born? I would love to reconnect, saw a picture of her pop up this morning and found this sad news instead. I often think of you all. You can reach me at natalieroberts389@gmail.com
Either way I hope you guys are all doing well, Much love Natalie x