Robert Allen Soltz
January 21, 1947 ~ November 27, 2020
Robert Soltz of Wichita KS died unexpectedly on Friday, November 27, 2020 at the age of 73. He was born January 21, 1947, in Kansas City, MO where he attended public schools and completed his undergraduate education from the University of Missouri Kansas City. He then earned his M.D. from the University of Missouri Medical School. After completing residency, he became a pediatrician at the Wichita Clinic in 1977 and practiced for 38 years until retirement in 2015. Robert enjoyed his patients, his colleagues and the pursuit of lifelong learning in medicine. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He loved to travel and had been to all fifty states and several countries. Robert is preceded in death by his parents Frank and Leona (Levitch) Soltz and brother Maurice Soltz. Robert is survived by his wife of 45 years, Kay, son Aaron (Lisa) Soltz of Kansas City, son Zachary Soltz of Wichita, and two grandchildren Leah and Jacob Soltz. Survivors also include brothers Ed (Marica) Soltz of Overland Park, KS and Bill (Leslie) Soltz of Highland, California and several nieces and nephews. He will be profoundly missed.
In Lieu of flowers the family requests contributions in memory of Dr. Soltz to the National Fragile X Foundation (fragilex.org), Hebrew Congregation of Wichita, or the University of Missouri School of Medicine (https://medicine.missouri.edu/giving). Graveside Service will be at 12:30 pm, Monday, November 30, 2020, at Wichita Hebrew Cemetery on Oliver between 17th and 21st St. N. Shiva Services via Zoom will be held at 7:00 pm central on Monday 11/30. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83981549630
Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.
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I never had the pleasure of knowing Bob, his late brother Maurice was my mechutin (my son-in-law’s father). If Bob was anything like his brother I am sure he will be greatly missed, Maurice was such a great guy.
Kay I am so sorry ! My thoughts are with you and your whole family! Bob was so very Special! Doris Weller and Family
We remember Bob fondly as medical colleagues at Wichita Clinic and Via Christi Clinic over many years. Bob was kind and thoughtful. He was devoted to and loved by his patients and their families, and always ready to help others with his knowledge and skill. We will always remember his professional abilities and his sense of humor. Yoram Leitner and Cathy Woodring
Bob and Kay have been our dear friends for almost 50 years. We have spent many happy hours together. We will miss Bob’s sweetness and good humor. We will hold Kay and her family in our thoughts. Sincerely Stan and Janie Epstein
Bob was one of the first friends I met when I moved to KC for residency at Children’s Mercy. I remember driving together to Children’s every day back in 74/75 when we were residents as we both lived out on Holmes…His humor made the morning drive a joy.. His wit on Mercy nurses kept me in stiches. In fact, his wit on life itself was just plain enjoyable ..Never knew what he would say or go to next. He was an excellent fellow pediatric resident, and as testimony: when on call at Mercy with Bob…always had our backs covered so..every one wanted to be on call with him…I lucked out as I made out the call schedule.😏 Superb doctor and human being. Never gripped and always had a smile. Filled me in on Kansas City as a city, where to go and what to do…Just a good friend and I am glad I had the chance to know him He will be missed… Charles Siegel
I happened to just see this as I was looking at the Downing & Leahy website, as I needed to confirm the time of a service on Friday. I know that this has been confirmed multiple times, but I just wanted the family to hear it again, the world is a better place because Dr. Soltz was here. In 1983, I was a young first time mother. My daughter had colic so bad that my entire memory of the first year of her life was seeing her mouth open and her tonsils vibrating as she screamed relentlessly. It seemed that nearly everyone was ready with advice for me, and often people would make me feel bad, as they indicated that I might be the cause of her discomfort. I felt at times that I was on the edge of a nervous breakdown. Dr. Soltz got me through that very tough year and continued to instill confidence in me as a mother. After ensuring that she did not have a serious physiological problem, he worked with both my daughter and I and got us through that rough patch. He paid me a supreme compliment when he told me that I had done such an outstanding job that I should consider starting a support group for parents dealing with similar circumstances. I appreciated him so very much. My next baby was very calm. My oldest daughter has lived her entire life with incredible intensity, never doing anything half way. Please know that many, many people in the community share your loss and are thankful that your kind, humble husband and father shared our journey if only for a little while. Cindy Liptak
We just recently learned of Dr Soltz’s passing. He was a wonderful pediatrician to our children…and we will, forever, think of him fondly. We never had the pleasure of meeting his wife or children…but, he spoke of them often, and we will keep them in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you, Dr. Soltz, for everything you did for our children. They loved you and you made a difference in their (and our) lives. Greg and Melanie Gleim, Noah Gleim, and Ashley Velazquez
We are sitting at lunch today with our adult sons. Our son Clayton, and his wife are expecting their first child and mentioned needing a pediatrician. Conversation turned to Dr. Soltz. We are sorry to learn of his passing. We were always so fond of him. My fondest memory was when he called on Christmas morning to check on our baby who was less than a month old. He was a wonderful doctor! We’re sorry for your loss.
The Hicks family