Obituaries

In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised Longtime Shrewsbury Resident, Walter Maurer, 76

Red Bank-raised longtime Shrewsbury resident, Walter Maurer passed peacefully on May 31 with his loving family by his side. He was 76.

Walter was born on May 3, 1949 in Red Bank, a town he called home for many years until he eventually settled in Shrewsbury where he raised his family for 40 years. More recently, he was a resident of Tinton Falls where he lived for the past six years.

“Beloved husband, father and grandfather, anyone who was fortunate enough to know Walt knows that he can only be described as ‘one of a kind.’ Born with the gift of gab, a love of socializing, and the firmest handshake you’ve ever felt, Walter quickly won the hearts of everyone with whom he crossed paths. His love for college sports (let’s go Mountaineers!), music, and travel was exceeded only by his love for his family. Walter exemplified what it means to be a “family man.” Nothing meant more to him; and, his five grandchildren were the absolute light of his life. Walter’s love for travel was established early on while traveling for work. He and his wife Kathy were fortunate enough to spend much of their retirement making incredible memories while traveling the world …

“Walter will be deeply missed by everyone, and his family and friends find comfort in the memories that he left behind. Walt was a firm believer in ‘You get what you give,’ and he sure gave his all. Rest in peace.”

Loved ones of Walter Maurer in his obituary

Walter is survived by: his wife of 52 years, Kathleen Maurer; his daughter, Samantha Arauz and her husband Felix; his grandson, Andrew Maurer, and his wife, Whitney; and his grandchildren, Bryce, Alexandra, Maxton, Cole and Addie, of whom he was so incredibly proud.

A memorial will be held on Friday, June 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Thompson Memorial Home, 310 Broad St, Red Bank, NJ 07701. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the charity of your choice in Walter’s name.

— Edited obituary prepared by family via Thompson Memorial Home