Nathan E. Laucks, 89, of Red Lion, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at WellSpan York Hospital. He was the beloved husband to Kay J. (Smith) Laucks.

Mr. Laucks was born in Windsor on July 21, 1934 and was the son of the late Luther and Catherine (Fitzkee) Laucks. He was one of 14 children and was preceded in death by 11 siblings, James, Levere, Donald, Verne, Marlin and Wayne Laucks, Lucille Smith, Faye Ann Laucks, Barbara Crumling, Patricia Henson and Rose Shelly.

In addition to his wife of 69 years, he is survived by his two children, Natalie J. Scala and Mark A. Laucks (Andrea). He is also survived by five grandchildren, Todd Johnson (Tanya), Jared and Jordan Laucks, Zachary and Zoe Scala and three great grandchildren, Cole, Quinn and Emmie, as well as two sisters, Sylvia Laucks and Cathryn Tomlinson.

Nathan was a graduate of Red Lion High School. He started working as a butcher and then spent much of his life  working as a machinist and retired as a foreman. He was an active member of Emmanuel Church of Windsor. He enjoyed hunting and was a talented woodworker. Most of all he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Nate was known to be a talker. He loved engaging in conversation with family, friends and strangers alike, telling his stories and making people laugh.

Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at 11:30 AM on Monday, December 18, 2023 at Emmanuel Church, 2185 Windsor Rd. Windsor, PA 17366. A visitation with the family will be held at the church on Monday and will begin at 11:00 AM until the start of the memorial service. Burial to follow in Susquehanna Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Emmanuel Church at the above address.