Bruce A. Lauter

August 3, 1934 – October 26, 2026

Bruce A. Lauter, 92, Noblesville, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 26, 2026, surrounded by his family.

He was born on August 3, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Ernest and Violet (Janke) Lauter. He was a graduate of Euclid High School. He attended Case Western Reserve University and was a member of the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. He served his country proudly in the United States Army 101st Airborne Division as a paratrooper and a medic. After his retirement from Exide Battery, he bought and ran the Cicero Do It Center in Cicero with his wife, Janet. They owned the store until they retired.

Bruce enjoyed golfing, sailing, listening to the Four Freshmen among other groups of his day, and a good cigar. He also enjoyed yearly vacations with his family when his children were growing up. Many weekends were spent at South Haven, Mich., on the family sailboat. He was a participant in the Chicago to Mackinac sailboat race.

Bruce is survived by his wife of 67 years, Janet (McNellan) Lauter; three daughters, Kelly (Don) Snyder, Kyle Lauter, and Karen Norvell (Rusty Forth); as well as several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Kimberly Webber; two brothers, Neil and Kirk Lauter; and sister-in-law, Barbara McCoy.

The family gives special thanks to Enlight Hospice, Grace At Home, and Senior Helpers for all their care and support.

A private burial will take place at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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