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Wolter, Maureen Renée (Borak) (1955-2024)
Wolter, Maureen Renée (Borak)
Obituary
2024
Maureen Renée Borak Wolter, 68, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Katy, TX on Thursday, February 15, 2024.
She was born on September 20, 1955, in El Paso, TX to Simon and Dorothy (Hanzelka) Borak. She is survived by her son, Derrick Wolter, and his wife, Margaret, of Georgetown; daughter, Gretta Wolter, and her husband, Peter Contreras, of Houston; and grandchildren, Adele and Pearl Wolter and Simon and Margo Contreras. Also survived by her mother, Dorothy Borak, of Columbus; sister, Susan Swanson, and her husband, Delbur, of El Campo; sister, Barbara Borak, of Spring; and siblings-in-law, cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Simon Borak, and husband of 46 years, Kurt Wolter. Maureen grew up in Rosenberg, TX, and was active in Girl Scouts as a child. She attended Holy Rosary Catholic School through 8th grade, then transitioned to Lamar Consolidated High School. In 1973, she graduated from Lamar Consolidated and began attending Wharton County Junior College, where she met Kurt. The two married and lived in Houston for a short time as they expanded their family with the arrival of their son, Derrick. Soon enough, they longed for a simpler life outside of the city and relocated to El Campo, eventually growing their family again with their daughter, Gretta. Maureen opted to stay at home with her kids until Gretta was in first grade, upon which she took a job at a local bank, and she continued to work in banking and accounting roles throughout her decades-long career. Maureen and Kurt loved visiting their families on weekends, often taking Derrick and Gretta to see their grandparents or spending time at the Borak family ranch in Columbus. In the late 1980s, Maureen and Kurt moved their family across the state to Dumas, TX so that Kurt could begin a position with the United States Department of Agriculture. Less than two years later, Kurt earned a promotion within the USDA that relocated the family to Vermont, where they spent three years. Maureen always looked back on that time fondly and enjoyed reminiscing about the beautiful landscape and quirky culture. The mid-1990s brought the opportunity for Kurt to transfer his family back to the Houston area, and Maureen enjoyed being closer to family, lifelong friends, and the beach. One of her favorite pastimes was riding shotgun to Matagorda Beach with Kurt in his truck while listening to classic rock music. Once she and Kurt retired, they became very active in many ministries at Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church in Katy. She especially enjoyed volunteering with Kurt in the St. Vincent de Paul Society, which gave her the opportunity to practice her Spanish. Maureen loved working with her hands. Some of her favorite hobbies were sewing clothes and home décor, gardening, and refinishing antique furniture. She also enjoyed traveling and cherished the two-week-long road trip she took with Kurt from Katy to one of her favorite places, Huntington Beach, CA, to watch locals play beach volleyball and surf. In her final years, she especially delighted in spending time with her cherished grandchildren, who describe her as caring and loving. Maureen’s sudden departure has left a void in our hearts, but we find solace in the memories we shared, the legacy she leaves behind, and knowing she is reunited in Heaven with the love of her life, Kurt. She will be remembered as a woman of faith, a loving mother and grandmother, and a beacon of light in the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may the memories of her love and kindness bring comfort to all who mourn her passing. Pallbearers are Peter Contreras, Chase Swanson, Chad Faas, Clay Swanson, Glen Borak, and Darrell Borak. |
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Wolter
Maureen Renée (Borak)
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