Ann R. Lauther, 87, of Bethlehem, died Oct. 1, 2013 in her residence at Atria Senior Living. Born in Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late Valerio and Henrietta (Tatasciore) Zulli. She was the wife of the late Frederick R. "Fritz" Lauther.

She was a graduate of Liberty High School.

She was a vice president and partner of Kresge Paper Box Company prior to retiring in 1972.

She was a member of Christ Church U.C.C., Bethlehem.

She volunteered at the Southside Historical Society, Ladies Aide Society and St. Luke's Hospital. She was a member of Saucon Valley Country Club.

Sheis survived by two sisters, Philomena "Mamie" Fritchman of Hellertown and Teresa and her husband Francis Heiser of Troy, N.Y.; a brother, Rocco Zulli of Bethlehem; a step daughter, M. Elizabeth Lauther of Lancaster; grandchildren; nieces; and nephews.

She was predeceased by three brothers, Albert, Benjamin and Joseph Zulli; and four sisters, Lucy and Antoinette Zulli, Rose Lanciano and Florence Feller.

Contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements were made by Connell Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.