Ronnie Dale Wolter, 76, of Victoria, was called home to be with the Lord on August 2, 2025. He was born on June 12, 1949, in Cuero to Oscar Andrew Wolter and Lee Alice Frances Arndt Borchardt.
To say his legacy was great feels too small—Ronnie’s life was one of quiet strength, unwavering love, and deep devotion to his family and faith. He lived each day with a clear sense of right and wrong, always choosing what was good and true, and constantly striving to be the kind of man Jesus called him to be. We have no doubt he is now in Heaven, standing tall by His side—with the same strength and spirit he carried when his Texas A&I football team won the national championship.
Ronnie was the very best Dad, Papaw, friend, and hero anyone could ask for. Humble, loyal, and kind, he was the biggest fan of his children and grandchildren. Whether at a ball game, an awards ceremony, or “Donuts with Grandpa,” he was there—smiling, cheering, and pouring his heart into the people he loved most. His presence made every moment feel more special.
A true cowboy at heart, Ronnie found peace and joy in the wide-open spaces of God’s creation. He cared for his cattle, walked the land he loved, and made countless treasured memories hunting with family and friends. He lived the life he had always dreamed of, and watching those dreams unfold was a gift to all who knew him. In building a life rooted in faith and purpose, he helped make our dreams come true too.
His smile, his laugh, his wisdom, and his unshakable love will live on in our hearts forever. He left us too soon, and we miss him more than words can say. We love you, Ronnie—and we always will.
Ronnie is survived by his wife of thirty years, Lisa; daughters, Stacie Renee Koplin (Scott) of Houston and Jessica Nicole Hunt (Brian) of Edna; sons, Clayton Christopher Wolter (Scarlett) of Edna and Brion Gregory Nielsen (Deidra) of Goldsboro, NC; brothers, Oscar Andrew Wolter, Jr. (Joann) of Victoria and Randy Wolter (Allison) of Cuero; and grandchildren, Lauren and Hunter Wolter of Edna, Abigail Elaine Koplin of Houston, William, Allison, Emilly, and Dillon Hunt of Edna, and Lyra and Kayle Nielsen of Goldsboro, NC.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Pallbearers include William Hunt, Gary Lytle, Scott Koplin, Brian Hunt, Malcolm Wolter, Jason Wolter, and Michael Buchhorn.
Honorary Pallbearers include Abigail Koplin, Allison Hunt, Emilly Hunt, Dillon Hunt, Lauren Wolter, Hunter Wolter, Lyra Nielsen, and Kayle Nielsen.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Freund Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 4102 N. Ben Jordan St., Victoria, TX 77901, with Pastor Lalahery (La) Andriamihaja officiating.
A time of food and fellowship will follow the service in the church fellowship hall. Interment will follow at Lindenau Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 4102 N. Ben Jordan St., Victoria, TX 77901; St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lindenau; or the Lindenau Cemetery Association.