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John Ludwig Obituary


Ludwig, John E. "Speed" Veteran of WWII Army beloved husband of the late Lillian (nee Mazur), loving father of Bruce (Karen) and Robert (Laraine) Ludwig, dear grandfather of Scott Ludwig, Kristen David, Kyle and Cassandra Ludwig, great grandfather of Kaylee David, fond brother of William, the late Harry and the late Everett, also survived by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. John was a retired Master Sgt. after 23 years of service and a recipient of the Bronze Star for his operations conducted in the Guadalcanal Campaign. John was still active with Illinois Army National Guard; position of Northern IL. Facilities Officer for over 25 years, cherished friend of many and soon became a friend of anyone who met him. Funeral Friday, 9 a.m. from Foran Funeral Home, 7300 West Archer Ave. (55th Street just west of Harlem), to St. Rene Church, Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please omit flowers, Visitation Thursday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. 708-458-0208 or www.foranfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 18, 2006.

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Joan Maske

February 28, 2006

Dear Bruce and Bob: We are keeping you both in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

I am so grateful to have been able to share some of our family memories with your Dad whild doing our Ludwig/Mueller Family Research. I will miss his lively spirit.



Love, Bob and Joanie

Your 2nd cousins in CA

Kathy Lombardo

January 25, 2006

Bruce and Bob, I can't express how sorry I am to hear about Uncle Speed and Aunt Lil. It is hard enough to lose one parent but losing both is devastating. Even though I hadn't seen them in a long time, I thought about them constantly and was looking forward to visiting them when I came up in the spring. It just goes to show you that we need to keep family close because they could be gone sooner then we want. Know that they will be with you always. I loved them very much. Much love to you and your families. Hope to see you soon.

Don and Louise Brann

January 20, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to your entire family. John was a great

friend and neighbor and will be

missed. Bruce and Bob your Mom and Dad would be as proud of you both as you were of them. God Bless.

Kathy Jasinski (Procenti)

January 20, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to the entire family on the loss of your parents. We know they will truly be missed. Their passing so close together must be very difficult for your family. I didn't know your parents very well, but I know they were good people and good neighbors. They were very special to my brother, Santo, and their friendship was important to him. He always spoke highly of them. They will be missed by all.

Kathie Paul Rushworth

January 18, 2006

I am so very sorry for the passing of your dad. It is so very hard to lose your parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I might not of been in touch for so very many years, but have thought of your family often. My deapest sympathy Bob to you all

William Ludwig

January 18, 2006

I wish to extend my family's deepest sympathy to the family of Uncle Speed. I know that he was greeted with open arms from his family when he approached the gates. Though our paths haven't crossed much in the past years, for what ever the reason, Uncle Speed and his family have always been in our thoughts. We missed you all. I will miss his sense of humor and his unique laugh but most of all we will miss him. Peace be with you Uncle Speed. Be sure to say "Hi" for us and tell them all we miss them too.

You will always be in our thoughts.

The Staff of Foran Funeral Home

January 18, 2006

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