U.S. Army · United States 
Edward Hilker
1956
Edward J. Hilker served 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.
Service Record
U.S. Army
Also Served
Scott Township Police Department
Captain
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