Life and career
Lautermilch was first elected in 1986 and was re-elected in subsequent elections in 1991, 1995, 1999 and 2003.[3]
He was appointed to the cabinet in 1992, and held several portfolios including Energy and Mines, Rural Development, Economic and Co-operative Development, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs, Forestry, Minister of Highways and Transportation, and Government House Leader.[2][3][4]
Lautermilch won the 2003 election by more than 1600 votes.[2]
He did not run in the 2007 election.[3]
Lautermilch died of complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) on February 9, 2026, at the age of 76.[5][6]
