Scott Lautenbaugh Omaha Death Nebraska Mourns Passing of Former State Senator Scott Lautenbaugh
Communities across Nebraska are grieving the untimely loss of former State Senator and Douglas County Election Commissioner Scott Lautenbaugh, who died suddenly on the morning of Saturday, December 16th, 2023 due to undisclosed medical complications.
Tragic News Confirmed Online
The heartbreaking news emerged online Saturday morning when Lautenbaugh’s close personal friend, Conklin Company director Rod Edwards, shared word of his passing.
Edwards wrote: “We lost a good friend early this morning. Scott Lautenbaugh touched a lot of lives and made friends everywhere. He would help anyone and always could cut through B.S. with an incredible sense of humor.”
Background and Earlier Career
Born November 11th, 1964 in Sioux City, Iowa and raised in Omaha, Lautenbaugh graduated Creighton University after attending Omaha South High School.
Before entering politics, he worked as an attorney with The Law Offices of Scott Lautenbaugh. He brought his legal expertise to roles within state and county governance.
County Election Commissioner
From 2000-2003, Lautenbaugh served as Douglas County’s Election Commissioner – overseeing critical voting matters like redistricting and redrawing district boundaries. His commission work precipitated years of high-profile court battles, cementing his place in Nebraska’s political history.
State Senator
Lautenbaugh leveraged his strong local profile to capture election to the Nebraska legislature as State Senator, serving District 18 constituents with characteristic zeal until term limits ended his Senate tenure.
Reputation as Bold Leader
The former Senator earned regard from allies and opponents alike for his blunt, authentic approach throughout his lengthy career in public service. His confidence and charisma commanded attention across party lines.
Lautenbaugh cut a larger-than-life figure throughout civic life in Omaha and greater Nebraska. His passing leaves an indelible void in Cornhusker State leadership.
Conclusion
The family of late Douglas County leader and former State Senator Scott Lautenbaugh plans to share funeral service details publicly soon as they mourn his sudden absence. Friends, colleagues and Nebraska communities at large fondly recall Senator Lautenbaugh’s spirited legacy.
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