Kathleen Lucille Maurer

Kathleen Lucille Maurer, 79, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on Nov. 3, 2026.

Born on Aug. 17, 1947, in Port Washington, Wis., Kathy was the daughter of the late Myron and Dorothy Ternes.

Kathy built an impressive career defined by dedication and hard work. Beginning as a greeting card merchandiser, she steadily worked her way up to the executive level before transitioning to Dell Computer, where she served as a senior sales executive in the state and local government division until her retirement. Colleagues deeply respected her professionalism and her natural talent for building lasting relationships. 

Above all, Kathy was deeply grounded in her faith. She served her parish and community generously, living out her beliefs through daily acts of compassion, service and grace. Her warm smile, unforgettable laugh and gentle spirit left an indelible mark on everyone she met.

Kathy is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband Walt Maurer, her parents Myron and Dorothy and Harry, the cherished dog she and Walt loved so much. Her family takes solace in knowing they are together again.

Her legacy of love continues through her children Steve Ormsby and his wife Megan and Christine Taylor and her husband Ryan; her cherished granddaughters Nevaeh, Morgan and Harmony; her brothers Jim and John Ternes; and her sister Jane Meeusen; as well as many relatives and dear friends.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026, from 4 to 6  p.m. at Cook-Walden Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home, 9700 Anderson Mill Rd., Austin, Texas 78750.

A funeral Mass celebrating Kathy’s life will take place on Monday, Dec. 7, 2026, at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 10205 N. FM 620, Austin, Texas 78726. A luncheon will follow the Mass, where family and friends are invited to gather and share memories of Kathy’s life.

Additional service information, directions and online condolences will be available through the funeral home’s online obituary page. 

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace.