Long time Silverton resident, Floyd Lauber, passed away at home in Mt. Angel on September 3, 2025.

Floyd grew up on a farm near Naponee, Nebraska. He married Nadine in May 1948 and the next day they rode the bus to settle in Silverton. They welcomed daughters Patty & Joan. For most of his career he worked as a welder, and with sheet metal, retiring from GEM Equipment in Woodburn.

Floyd was a member of the Silverton United Methodist Church and fulfilled many roles there. He enjoyed gardening, playing bridge and being with family. He was always quick to smile and always had a sparkle in his eyes.

Floyd is survived by his wife of 77 years, Nadine. Brother Duane (Lita) Lauber. Daughters Patty (Mark) Swantek and Joan Gelder. Grandchildren Ryan Gray, Nathan (Mindy) Gelder and Trisha (Manuel) Morales. Great-grandchildren Mason, Bennett, and Jackson Gray; Raven, Reef, and Sky Gelder; and Dahlia Morales. He is preceded in death by son-in-law Robert Gelder and granddaughter-in-law Melissa Torres Gray.

A celebration of Floyd's life will be held on September 20 at 2pm at Silverton United Methodist Church.