Laura Cosmano Albaugh, 86, of Warren, PA., died Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA., after a brief illness. She was born April 1, 1934 in Warren, Pa. Laura was the daughter of Samuel and Prudence Guiffre Cosmano. Laura was a longtime Warren area resident most of her life and resided in Pittsfield, PA. for 22 years. She was a 1952 graduate of Warren High School and was formerly employed with the former Warren National Bank. Laura was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church and a former member of St. Luke R.C. Church, Youngsville, PA.
She was an avid bowler, Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She was an avid supporter of any local sport, especially if her grandchildren were involved in the sport. Laura volunteered for 18 years at the Warren General Hospital Auxiliary. She was a member of the Gals of 52, and the Red Hat Society. Laura was a lover of her friends and family, they were the focus of her life.
Laura is survived by her son, Jeffrey R. Albaugh and wife, Michele of Warren, PA., 6 Grandchildren – Scott Hollabaugh and wife, Sharon of Pittsburgh, PA. whom she raised, Kelly Albaugh Pytlarz and husband, Jon of Youngsville, PA. and Kristie Morse and husband, Bob of Clarendon, PA., Nicholas Hollabugh and his wife, Erica of Pittsburgh, PA., whom she raised, and Dominica Schwanke and husband, Wesley of Warren, PA., and Olivia Luzzi and fiancé, Robert Barrett of Chambersburg, PA., 8 Great Grandchildren – Dylan Sorensen, Lucas Gordon Sorensen, Samuel Jeffrey Sorensen, Gia Lee and Easton Hollabugh, Lilian and Teagan Hollabaugh, Rowan Schwanke. Sister-in-law, Donna Thomas and husband, Jerry, Brother-in-law – Ronald Albaugh and wife, Virginia all of Clarendon, PA., several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon Lee Albaugh whom she married December 17, 1955 at Holy Redeemer Church, Warren, PA., who died November 10, 2004, her daughter, Toni Albaugh Hollabaugh, 2 Brothers – Anthony and Stephen Cosmano, longtime companion, Coco, her beloved Shitzu, gone but not forgotten.
Friends may call at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA., on Saturday, January 30, 2021 from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Richard Tomasone, Pastor, officiating. CDC guidelines of social distancing and masks are required. Entombment will be in the Mausoleum of the Ascension in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Street, Warren, PA. 16365 or hospiceofwarrencounty.com, or The Leukemia & Lymphomas Society Donor Services, P.O. Box 98018, Washington, D.C. 20090-8018 or donate.lls.org, or St. Joseph Church Educational Center Fund. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
My sympathy to the family of Laura, she was a wonderful woman and was always welcoming to me when I would visit her with Kelly. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
My sympathy to the family. I spent many fun years bowling with her. Sending thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear of Laura’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and I enjoyed our visits. She was a highlight of my week!
We are so very sorry about Laura. She was such a nice lady and sure loved her family!
Laura, You and Mom were friends since you were three years old. You loved to tell that story, and you both loved to share stories of your childhood days, growing up. You lived a blessed life, one that although struck by tragedies and hardships still held such integrity and faith, hope love and joy. You are of the generation that grew to understand that the real treasure in life is the community of family and friends, people to love, serve and encourage. A purpose in life. You did all of those things. You will forever be in my family’s hearts and our own storied history. I will always be able to hear the sound of you greeting me with your engaging heart. I am grateful. May your soul and the souls of the faithful departed, by the mercy of your God, rest in peace. I love you.
I pray that your family will grow into the peace of your heart-felt faith as they move through these next days and years of their lives. I am so sorry for their loss.
Our sympathies to Laura’s family. Gordy & Laura were our neighbors for years and Laura was a life long friend to Mom ( Johanne Huckabone Haight Forney) . Our prayers are with all of you!
Very sorry to see my good friend Jeff:s mom passed away. My deepest sympathy. I can remember as a young kid playing wit Jeff and hanging out with them at their house on Franklin St. Had such a good time. Jeff’s mom was a great lady.
Our condolences to Scott, Nick and the entire family for your loss. Your Gram was such a sweet woman. You’re in our thoughts. Love you
Our sympathy to Laura’s family. Always enjoyed visiting with her whenever we saw her.
Laura Mae was always a lot of fun. A true character! I remember her from all the family functions. I always enjoyed seeing her. My thoughts and prayers to all her family. She certainly loved you all.
Love,
Cousin Cheri
My sincerest sympathy to Laura family she was always such a warm kind person. I remember visiting her mom with my gramma Lucy and Laura would be there and they would sit and tell one story after another, sad times as live passes by.
Jeff and family – so sorry for your loss. Laura was a wonderful lady and she will be missed by many. We sure had good times on Franklin St. Then there were the times that I babysat you and Toni. Also had the pleasure to bowl with your mom later on.
Scott, Nick and family-
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of Mrs Albaugh. She was a pillar in my childhood and a wonderful best friend of 60+ years to my grandma Fran.
Two of the best ladies that I have had a privilege of knowing. I am so glad that I had the opportunity to see her and give her a hug at my grandmas funeral last year.
This is a hard loss. And all of you are on my heart and in my prayers.