Walter Martin Windholz

Walter Martin Windholz, age 93, passed away in Longmont, Colorado on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Walter was born on April 25, 1933 near Gorham, Kansas to Martin and Anna Windholz. In his early childhood he spoke a German dialect and he deeply loved his dog, Shep. Walter attended St. Joseph's Military Academy for four years where he excelled at track, science and mathematics, and was proud to be in the Reserve Officers Training Corp. During the Korean War he proudly served in the U.S. Army and he was honorably discharged. In 1958, while working as a graduate teaching assistant, Walter earned his MS degree in mathematics from Kansas State University and then he studied for two more years toward a doctorate in mathematics at the University of Kansas.

On April 29, 1961, Walter married Eveleen C. Herrman in Denver, Colorado. They moved to Brigham City, Utah where he was employed by Thiokol. In 1965 he and his family moved to Colorado Springs where he worked at Kaman Sciences and later at Science Applications Inc. During his career Walter wrote technical documents, computer programs, government contract proposals, and published many mathematical journal articles. He was a lifetime member of the Mathematical Association of America.

Walter was a lover of philosophy and in 1976 he authored Value Search: Seeking Priorities in Life. During his adult life he passionately promoted mental health. In 1982 he directed a corporate 6-month program called "Removing the Stigma of Mental Illness". In 1997 he founded and began promoting his "Touch Hearts" values and website. Walter enjoyed polkas and ballroom dancing, college basketball (KU and the Air Force Academy), following the Denver Broncos, playing pinochle, walking, and being with dogs. He often played the harmonica, he followed current news and politics, and he received a "Competent Toastmaster" award in 1992. Walter relocated to Longmont, Colorado in 2008.

Walter is survived by his children Nancy, Philip (Annie Sandrina Clement), and Anne (Mark Van Wienen); by grandchildren Nathaniel (Destiny), Miranda (Michael Lusic), and Benjamin (Greta); and by 5 great-grandchildren: Lincoln, Laila, Malik, James William, and Sophia Ann. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Barbara Pisterzi; brothers Frank, Bonaventure, Fidelis, Severin, and Jerome; former wife Eveleen Windholz; and son-in-law Bruce Bartik. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Interment will be private.