February 24, 1939- April 6, 2026

LAUBER, Anne F. (nee Rothera) of Hamburg, entered into rest April 6, 2026. Beloved wife of the late William D. Lauber; devoted mother of Larry (Kim) Lauber and Marty (Emmy Hulse) Lauber; cherished grandmother of Emily, Marcy, Allie, Tristan, Amara, and the late William; adored great-grandmother of 2; loving daughter of the late Wharaust and Rita Rothera; dear sister of Theresa (late John) Traina, Frances (late Tom) Adams, and the late Virgina Balko; also survived by nieces, nephews, family, and friends. 

Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel) 3060 Abbott Rd., near Lake Ave. on Friday (April 17th) from 4-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, 3148 Abbott Rd., Orchard Park on Saturday morning at 11:30 o’clock. Please assemble at Church. 

Born in New Port Richie, FL. Following high school, Anne joined the 3rd Order of Franciscan Nuns. Before taking her final vows, Anne decided to serve God in other ways. After leaving the convent she was an elementary school teacher. Anne and Bill became “live-in” foster parents at a boy’s home on the west side of Buffalo. When they purchased their Hamburg home, they made the decision to bring 5 of their “favorites” to come live with them as she always wished to have a large family.

Anne was always a hard-working woman and after teaching, she started delivering newspapers for the Courrier Express and the Buffalo Evening News. She delivered both papers until the Courrier Express went under. Anne continued delivering the Buffalo News, both morning and evening editions, for many years into the early 2000’s.

She was a strong woman who had a deep devotion to God and family. Although her house was not the biggest, she had no problem opening her doors to many family members. Anne mostly disliked being the center of attention, but she loved all the large gatherings they always had with family and friends. She loved camping and the immediate and extended family spent most of their summers at one campground or another.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.