Porky (Reinhardt) Maurer, age 68, passed away on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at the St. Cloud Hospital with family by his side after a long, courageous battle with cancer.
Porky was born March 16, 1956 in Buffalo, Minnesota, the son of Floyd “Mike” and Marjorie (Erdmann) Maurer. He grew up in Fair Haven and ultimately found it hard to stray too far away from his roots. He spent most of his life driving truck in construction and the family mowing business for Southside Township. He enjoyed westerns, fishing, hunting, tinkering around in his garage, chocolate, socializing and driving around looking at wildlife. He will always be remembered for his colorful language, hand gestures, humor, stories and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone.
Porky married Jane Hayes and together they had four children, Joshua, Melissa, Joseph and Valerie. They later divorced. He then went on to marry his love, Sandy Imholte, on Jan. 11, 2012 where they made Grass Lake their home.
Porky is survived by his wife, Sandy; children – Joshua, Melissa, Joseph (Ashley) and Valerie; grandchildren – Sierra, Landen and Rugar; siblings – Judy (Dave), Michael (Terri), Kenny (Merry), Frank (Janice), and David (Kim).
Porky was preceded in death by his parents Mike and Marjorie.
A celebration of life was held Sunday, Dec. 1, at the Clearwater Lions Park Pavilion.