Laura M. (Gilbertson) Fahrbach, age 52, died unexpectedly on Monday, October 14, 2019, in an automobile accident. She was born on June 11, 1967, in Neenah, daughter of the late Lawrence and Barbara (Laird) Gilbertson. Laura graduated from Kimberly High School in 1985. She then received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from UW La Crosse. On August 26, 1995, she was united in marriage to Brian Fahrbach at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Appleton. Laura taught second grade at Oneida Nation Elementary School for over 20 years. She loved traveling and going to Eagles concerts. Recently Laura started stained glass hobby and enjoyed doing ceramics with her mom. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Appleton and taught Sunday school there.
The Oneida Nation School staff and students started a spirit fire to guide everyone through the emotional times last week. The fire burned to extend emotional strength, love and support to our community during this traumatic loss. We sincerely offer our condolences to Laura’s family and community and we pray that her spiritual journey takes her to eternal peace.
