In the quiet of a Sunday evening in East Penn Township, a tragedy unfolded that took the life of 66-year-old Beth Ann Daubert. On July 3, 2022, state police were called to her residence on Daubert Lane, where they discovered a heartbreaking scene. Inside the home, both Beth Ann and her husband, Gary L. Daubert, were found deceased, each with apparent gunshot wounds.
A retired and much-loved biology teacher from Lehighton Area High School, Beth Ann had dedicated 20 years to educating students before her retirement in 2020. Her sudden death sent ripples of shock and sorrow through the community, with former students and colleagues remembering her as a kind, caring, and honest woman who was a favorite among many. She was a mother and grandmother who cherished the outdoors and enjoyed traveling with her family.
The investigation by the state police determined that the incident was a murder-suicide. Authorities concluded that Gary Daubert, 70, shot his wife before turning the gun on himself. As the perpetrator was also deceased, no arrests were made in connection with Beth Ann's death. The case was investigated by the Troop N Criminal Investigation Unit.
The loss of Beth Ann Daubert was described by those who knew her as a tragic event. Friends and former students took to social media to express their grief and offer prayers for her family. They remembered her as an 'awesome' teacher and a woman who will be missed by the many lives she touched. Her family held private services to honor her memory.
