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Edward J. Hilker

Died September 16, 1956

Edward J. Hilker served in the U.S. Army.

How He Died
Manner Natural
Cause Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
What Happened

Captain Edward Hilker suffered a fatal heart attack while on duty. Out of respect for Captain Hilker, five police captains from neighboring towns, as well as Scott Township's police lieutenant served as pall bearers at his funeral. Captain Hilker was a U.S. Army veteran of WWI had served with the Scott Township Police Department for 10 years.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife, two daughters, and four sons.
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Service Record
U.S. Army
Also Served
Scott Township Police Department
Captain
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 53W · Line 20 cut as EDWARD J HILKER
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Captain Hilker gave the Scott Township Police Department 10 years.

Thank you for your service to the Carnegie community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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