Waltraut L. Laughman, 71, of Lancaster, PA. passed away on March 16, 2011. May she rest in peace! She was born in West Berlin, Germany and was the daughter of the late Emmy E. Geiss.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Laughman.

Waltraut volunteered services with a local  Home Care Service Company. She also enjoyed Cook ing  and Baking at various locations throughout Lancaster including the Lancaster Liederkranz and Travel Lodge Resort.

Proud of her German heritage, she was a member of the Lancaster Liederkranz.

She is survived by two sons, Frank T.R. Braun, husband of Terry, of Wappapello, MO, Michael A. Centini, husband of Donna, of Lancaster, a daughter, Sabiene G. Cooper, wife of Peter, of West Chester, 11 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Walter Braun.

Graveside Services will be private at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. To send the family an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-393-9661