Pauline J.

Maurits

Pauline J. Maurits, age 86, of Harrison, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Burlington House Healthcare Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

She was born on June 25, 1940, in Brunssum, Netherlands, the cherished daughter of Johannes and Dieudonne Berrendonk (nee Willems). At the age of 18, Pauline traveled to the United States on her honeymoon, where she quickly fell in love with America and decided to make it her permanent home. She went on to raise three wonderful children and worked as a nurse’s aide until an injury prevented her from continuing. In her spare time, Pauline enjoyed visiting garage sales, crocheting, and spending time at the Harrison Senior Center, where she could often be found playing bingo or simply enjoying the companionship of fellow community members.

Those surviving who will cherish Pauline’s memory include her three children, Donna Marks, Mike (Teri) Maurits, and Jeffrey Maurits; six grandchildren, Heather Lunstrum, Jackie Kaiser, Amanda McArthur, Michael Maurits, Dakota Maurits, and Montana Maurits; as well as numerous great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Pauline was preceded in death by one brother, Leo Beerendonk; as well as her cherished feline companion, Spike.

In honoring Pauline’s wishes, cremation was chosen and there will be no public services.

Memorial donations in Pauline’s honor may be made to a nonprofit organization of the donor’s choice that supports animal welfare and care.

To share a fond memory, leave a personal condolence, or sign the online guestbook, please visit www.cookrosenberger.com. The staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home are honored to care for Pauline and her family.