Obituaries
David W. Laubach, 79
February 24, 2018
David W. Laubach, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday evening February 24th. He was born on January 24th, 1939 in Reading, PA. He was the son of C. David Laubach and Frances Goodman Laubach. He was married to Gretchen Koenig Laubach for 55 years and had 3 sons. Dave attended Wyomissing High School and spent his summers in Brant Beach on Long Beach Island, NJ, where he met his wife, Gretchen.
After high school he attended Colgate University and then transferred to Franklin and Marshall College where he graduated in 1960 with a BA in Economics and participated on the F&M’s Men’s Tennis team.
Following college, Dave was a dedicated Navy man where he served three and a half years as a Lieutenant JG. He served on the USS Cavalier, home ported in Norfolk from 1960 to 1961 as the Ship to Shore Officer and then was assigned to the USS Algol, out of Bremerton, WA from 1961 to 1963 as the Boat Commander.
Upon leaving the Navy he joined Armstrong World Industries as a sales and marketing representative in 1964. He retired after 35 years as General Manager Real Estate and Facilities and Director of Corporate Security.
Dave always kept active with his hobbies which included coaching his son’s baseball teams, playing golf and tennis and spending time with his grandchildren on Long Beach Island. He was an avid Eagle and Phillies fan and always enjoyed taking his kids to the games. In his retirement years, Dave and Gretchen enjoyed spending winters in Hutchinson Island, FL.
Locally, Dave was a member of Highland Presbyterian Church since 1974, the Lancaster Country Club and the Hamilton Club. He was an active community member and held several executive positions in various associations such as the Urban Land Institute – Director, International Industrial Development Council – Director, Corporate Real Estate Managers Council – President, National Association and Pennsylvania Association of Realtors. He also served 8 years on the Manheim Township Planning Commission; as Director of Community Services for Lancaster Northeast Rotary; on the Lancaster County Economic Development Committee and the Pennsylvania Economic Development Committee
In addition to his wife, Gretchen, he is survived by 3 sons, David James Laubach and partner Michael Rutledge, William Carl Laubach, Eric Walter Laubach and 4 grandchildren, Abby, Ben, Jake and Annie Laubach. Dave is also survived by his brother Dr. William Stanley and wife Cindy Laubach of Wyomissing, Pa and nephew Jeff Laubach and niece Kate Laubach Aurentz.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 10th at the Highland Presbyterian Church, 1801 Oregon Pike, Lancaster PA 17601. Family can be greeted at 10:00 am with the Memorial Service starting at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hospice For All Seasons, 280 S. Hill Dr., Grantville, PA 17028, or to a charity of your choice.
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Condolences to the Family
March 10, 2018
Dear Gretchen. We are so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Our heartful sympathy and prayers go out to you, DJ, Bill, Eric and your family during this period of time.
Pat & Jack Lewicki
March 05, 2018
Dear Laubach Family, we were very sorry to hear about Dave’s passing. Please know that you are all in our thought. We hope that the many good memories will help relieve your grief.
Skip and Pam Walters
March 03, 2018
Dear Gretchen, DJ, Billy,Eric
Looking at the picture of your Dad, reading about his life. He accomplished so much and you were his greatest joy. Lots of memories of all of you across the street. Dave was generous, there when needed and fun. WishI could be there to hug you all and tell you that I miss you. Remember the good times. Love Mary Ellen Gorecki Kurucz
March 02, 2018
Dear Gretchen,
Bill and I were so sorry to read that Dave had died. What a wonderful man, and what a wonderful couple you were. You are the kind of people that when we think of you it makes us happy inside. You both see the Good and the fun in every occasion, and every person.
I’ll be away for his service and Bill is now in assisted living, so neither of us will be able to attend his service. Please know we will be thinking of you, and we send you and the family our heart felt sympathy on the loss of a delightful and accomplished man.
Bill and Liz Jones
March 01, 2018
Dear Gretchen and Sons:
I’m so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with the both of you when you came in to have your taxes done. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I will truly miss him.
Please let me know anything I can do to ease things for you.
Bonnie Hanna
Baker Tilly
February 28, 2018
Dear Doctor Laubach and Family, Please receive our deepest condolences.Jorge & Patricia Nouhra
February 28, 2018
So sorry for your loss Bill and Cindy. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Jackye
February 28, 2018
Dear Gretchen, Please accept our sympathy at David’s passing. Our memories of David are all happy! Condolences to you and yours…Peter&Susan Schmehl
February 28, 2018
Dear Mrs. Laubach, Dave, Bill, and Eric,
I am so very sorry to hear about Mr. Laubach’s passing. I have so many fond memories of spending time at your home with all of you. I wish I was closer to PA so I could share my respect and condolences in person, but please know that my heart and prayers are with all of you. Mr L’s life is one celebrate and I do hope you find peace and joy in your memories of him.
Love, Mary Cence Trost
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- Saturday, March 10, 2018
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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- 1801 Oregon Pike
- Lancaster, PA
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- 11:00 AM
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- Lancaster, PA
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