Chad Anthony Maurer, 54, of Jamberoo, New South Wales, Australia and formerly of Kiel died peacefully July 4, 2024 surrounded by his family and friends. He was born on December 30, 1969 son of the late Michael and Patricia (Lerch) Maurer. Chad attended Kiel Schools and was a 1988 graduate of Kiel High School. Chad married Erica Warren in Australia on July 31, 2000 and made his home there.

For the past several years Chad had been a heavy high crane operator in the ports near his home. Chad was well know to be ready for any adventure that life presented to him making many lifelong friends along the way. He loved traveling with his family to many countries and for visits back to Wisconsin to reconnect with family and friends. He enjoyed motorcycles and racing of all kinds, dating back to his younger days racing with his father and Maurer Racing. He had a great love of music, was an accomplished drummer and belonged to several bands in Wisconsin. Chad was a lifelong Packer fan, and he was well known in the Wisconsin area for his skill as a fisherman, having taken part in many tournaments. While in Australia he attended many soccer matches including World Cup Soccer. He was a partial owner of several Racing horses and loved the time he spent at the horse track. Above all, spending time with his family and many friends was what brought him the most joy.

Survivors include his wife; Erica, his daughter; Molly, brother; Brad (Jean) Maurer, niece and nephews; Courtney (Andrew) Cedzo, Bret Maurer, Adam Schodron, aunts and uncles; Jean (Mike) Kienbaum, Kay (Loyal) Kattreh, Kenny (Cindy) Lerch, Richard (Joanne) Lerch, Shirley Buchman along with numerous cousins, other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Mike and Pat, uncle; Rich (Jan) Maurer, aunt; Mary Elizabeth Lerch, grandparents; Sylvester and Vicki Lerch and Raymond and Vivian Maurer.

A gathering of family and friends will take place on Saturday August 10, 2024 at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt-DeTroye Funeral Home (815 6th St. Kiel) from 11:00am until 1:00pm. A time of sharing and a short prayer service will be held at 1:00pm. Chad will be laid to rest next to his family in the Kiel Belitz Cemetery.

Please know that casual attire is appropriate and that Chad's family respectfully asks that no flowers be sent for the gathering time. A memorial has been established in his name.