Sunday July 15, 2025
Anthony “Tony” Speltz
According to 2025 Hall of Fame member Tony Speltz he has stayed in Winona County because of favorable weather and climate, and that Winona County is just “a great place to live”.
Tony was born and raised in Lewiston to Ray and Jeanette Speltz, one of seven siblings. The family had a dairy farm located in the city limits of Lewiston – possibly “the only one of its kind”. As a child Tony helped with the family’s home milk delivery service, and learning the value of hard work and community service.
In 1964 Tony and his late wife Joanne were married. Together they had 3 daughters Deborah, Michele and Nicole. The family also includes 10 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Tony’s father Ray founded Ray Speltz and Sons, a farm equipment business. While one of Tony’s brothers eventually took over the reins of the farm, Tony continued with the equipment side of the business. Speltz Farm Equipment handled agricultural equipment like Madison Silo, Patz Barn Equipment, Delaval milking systems and Funk Seed Corn. During his time in business, Speltz Farm Equipment also provided barn fans to keep animals cool during the Winona County Fair.
During his lifetime Tony has been an active member of the Lewiston Rural Ramblers 4-H Club, served in the Army National Guard and dedicated 25 years to the Lewiston Fire Department.