Lester Lauber

He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Lucetta (Frost) Lauber; their six children, Lisa (Charles), Lester (Cheryl), Leslie (Ken), Loren (Sandy), Laura (Eddie), and Leigh (Brad, deceased); as well as 20 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Born May 21, 1938, in Batavia Township, Claremont County, Ohio, to Christine and Lester Lauber Sr., they moved to Mesa, Arizona, for his father’s health.

He proudly served in the United States Army, including a tour in Vietnam from 1966 to 1967. After his service, he raised his family in Prince William County, Virginia, where he worked for over 26 years as Circulation Director of the Potomac News. He also founded L&L Delivery Inc., a vending and beverage service, before retiring to a small farm in Louisa, Virginia.

He was immensely proud of his children and never missed an opportunity to tell them. He celebrated their accomplishments and stood beside them with endless support. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren were one of his greatest joys. He loved each and every one and took great pride in who they were becoming. He celebrated their milestones and encouraged them every chance he could.

Our dad was a farmer at heart. He loved his cows and the steady rhythm of the seasons. He found deep joy in working the land, planting corn and tomatoes in his garden, and watching things grow. Farming wasn’t just what he did—it was who he was.

Each of us carries treasured memories of time spent outdoors with him – the lessons he taught us, the stories he told, and the quiet strength he showed through his work.

He cherished every moment spent surrounded by family—and his cows. Whether working in his woodshop, tending his garden, or simply being outdoors, he found his greatest peace in God’s creation. He loved the mountains and found deep comfort in the stillness of the woods, the sound of creek water, the whisper of the trees, and quiet mornings and evenings spent on his farm.

Lester’s legacy is one of faith, devotion, humility, generosity, and unwavering love for his family. He always carried the same sense of duty, strength, humility, and quiet resilience throughout the rest of his life. The values he lived by—love God, love your family, work hard (and work hard some more), and help others—will live on through each of us.

He will be remembered for his steady presence, his strong work ethic, his faith, and the deep love he had for his family. His legacy lives on in the lives he touched, and the family he held so dear, and now joyfully reunited with the Lord he loved and served.

Viewing will be held Friday, March 13 starting at 9 a.m. and the memorial service at 10:30 a.m. at Nokesville Methodist Church (12550 Aden Road, Nokesville, Va 20181), with lunch to follow

We ask that memorial donations be made to Nokesville Methodist Church (PO Box 27, Nokesville, Va 20182).