Lawrence (Larry) Lauber, age 80, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ early on the morning of October 8, 2020 at home with his family around him. He fought cancer for 16 years successfully until the past several months. He is survived by his wife Sharon of 52 years and children/grandchildren: Andrea (Danny) Wheeler, Meagan and Victoria; Samuel Lauber (Jessica) and Zha’Cari.
Larry was born on May 26, 1940 in Topeka, Kansas to Wilfred & Kathryn Lauber. He completed Eagle Scouts, graduated high school in Wichita, KS and attained his Bachelor’s Degree at Wichita State University, and later a Master’s Degree from Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM where he also learned piano tuning.
He loved to talk about: his summers on the wheat harvest in Montana; several years of Peace Corps service in Pakistan ending with a European tour with his parents and trip home on the final voyage of the Queen Mary.
In 1966 he accepted a teaching position at McCurdy where he taught Social Studies and Religion for 30 years. He was a commissioned missionary through the EUB Church and then United Methodist. He married Sharon Reecher (music teacher at McCurdy) in 1968. He was always available to help people with whatever they needed, never asking for compensation - a true servant of God. He loved leading Model UN and watching his students go on to succeed participating in government. He led summer work projects on campus and was a bus driver for many years.
In 1998 he became a certified Lay Pastor in the UM Church and pastored the Velarde UM Church until 2010.
He loved history, trains, engines, teaching, music and the Bible.
He enjoyed people and loved his family, loved talking about his children and grandchildren, was a leader in the local San Gabriel Historical Society, counseling and praying with people on the phone and in person, Kairos Prison Ministry, meeting with local pastors on Thursday mornings at The Rock, volunteering at the local Espanola Community Market (co-op), studying the Bible, teaching Sunday School at First Baptist Church Santa Fe, helping Sharon with their home-based business, collecting old things, tinkering in his shop and helping folks. He loved working in his yard, mowing and being outdoors.
He touched many lives not only in Northern New Mexico, but around the world, and he will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to McCurdy Ministries or if desired, please plant a tree and let the family know what kind and where you planted it.
A Celebration of Life service was held on October 11, 2020 at First Baptist Church, Santa Fe.
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| Name | Lawrence "Larry" Lauber |
| Date of Birth | May 26th, 1940 |
| Date of Death | October 8th, 2020 |
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| Funeral Home | Rivera Family Funeral Home - Española | |
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305 Calle Salazar Española NM 87532 United States |
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Our Deepest condolences to the entire family. Larry was a Great Man of God and inspiring to me with his conversation and integrity. He will be missed us who were blessed to know Him. Rest in Peace Larry.
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Although I was gone from McCurdy (Class of '59) when Mr. Lauber became part of the teaching staff there, I recall some of his messages as a minister. He was a good man and a teacher that inspired many and will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.
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We were very surprised to hear that Larry had passed. He was such an inspiration and help when Ernie died last December. Condolences to you, Sharon, and all you family.
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We learned of Larry's death yesterday. He was a good teacher, kind and concerned for his students. We did appreciate his piano tuning skills. Blessings on the family as the mourn his parting.
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Sharon... I enjoyed being on the faculty with Larry and visiting with you both when I returned for a reunion. May God be with you as you grieve this passing.
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Mr. Lauber will forever be remembered as a kind and patient teacher whose smile puf all of his students at ease. Some of my favorite high school memories were in his class learning US history and hearing his take on the events taking place in the 70’s. My deepest condolences to the family. May he Rest In Peace.
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Mr. Lauber, whom I later came to be able to address as Larry, was in my life for over 50 years as a McCurdy teacher, church family member, grandparent of girls and San Gabriel Historical Society officer. I will truly miss his gentle and wise demeanor. The enormous ring of keys mentioned at his service brought back many memories. Edith Brown
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Lauber family, please accept our most heartfelt felt condolences on Larry’s death. You both hold a special place in my heart. We know that we must give back to God what belongs to God. May the memories you have sustain you and bring you comfort.
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Mrs. Sharon Lauber, Andrea (Lauber) Wheeler, & Sam Lauber & Families;
Sending my deepest condolences to you during this difficult time. Mr. Lauber was such an inspiration, mentor, teacher & more importantly a true friend to so many of our McCurdy family. I will always hold many fond memories of my years at McCurdy in which he was a vital part of my education. We are so blessed God shared him with us as well. May God give you the comfort & strength you all need during this painful loss. Mr. Lauber will forever live in our hearts.
God Bless You All!
Jonathan Eli Jaramillo-(New York)
McCurdy Class of 1983
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Rev. Laubers family our sincere sympathy to you. Rev. Lauber holds a special place in our family. He and our dad, Alfonso, were good friends when he was minister in Velarde.
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Sharon and family, including Larry’s congregants who have been praying continuously for him, I’m so sorry for our loss. I was honored to have known this kind-hearted man for twenty years. He truly cared about the people of northern New Mexico and his actions showed that. May our Heavenly Father comfort you as only He can and may Larry rest in perpetual light and peace.
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Dear Sharon, Sam and families,
It is with sadness that we read of Larry's passing. Please know that we as well as our family admired his kind demeanor, his wisdom and calm. We mourn with you knowing that we look forward to a time when there will be no more tears and no more sorrow. God bless you now and always.
Don and Cathy Berryhill
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