Edward J. Ludwig

1952 - 2017

Edward J. Ludwig obituary, 1952-2017

BORN

1952

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

McGilley Antioch Chapel

3325 Northeast Vivion Road

Kansas City, Missouri

Edward Ludwig Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 20, 2017.

Edward J. Ludwig, 64, passed away June 18, 2017. The visitation is from 5-8 PM Friday, June 23rd, with a Knight's of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 PM, at St. James Catholic Church, Liberty, MO where the Mass of Christian Burial is 10:00 AM Saturday, June 24th. To honor Ed's passion for sports the family encourages the wearing of a Kansas City team's sports attire during Friday's services at the Church. Graveside services are 2:00 PM Saturday at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Lansing, KS. In lieu of flowers donations are suggested to St. James Building Fund.

Survivors include his wife, Debra Ludwig; 5 children, Kristin, Tonya, Rick, Mark and Sara; 15 grandchildren, Samantha, Geoffrey, Tessla, Carmon, Martina, Jordan, Quintin, Zak, Ali, Azaan, Zaim, Aniq, Zoha, Lydia, and Alexander; 1 great grandchild, Gannon; his mother, Patricia; 12 siblings, Mike, Jerry, Kathy, Rick, John, Tom, Mary, Carolyn, Doug, Cindy, Chris, and Tim; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Edward was preceded in death by his father, Edward E.; and a granddaughter, Elizabeth Marie.

Ed retired from the Ford Motor Company Assembly Plant in Claycomo after 19 years of employment. He then worked at St. James Catholic Church. Ed was a Fourth Degree member of the Knight's of Columbus, a meals on wheels volunteer, a pro-life advocate, he taught confirmation and bible study, and was an active member of the Catholic Church. Ed was a sports enthusiast. He dearly loved his family, especially the grandchildren.

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October 26, 2023

Donna DeMarco

ED was a great guy offering himself and his service to his church family.
I thought about him today. So sorry I was not "there" at the time as I was battling breast cancer. He has been missed!

June 26, 2017

Carolyn (Ordonio) Lolli

Debbie, Aunt Pat and family,

We so sorry to lose Eddie Joe. He truly was an example of what love is. I will never forget his beaming smile and bear hugs at the reunions. We are thinking of you all and send our love.

June 26, 2017

Mike & Yvonne Althouse

Debbie & family, we are so very sad for you. Ed seemed like such a great guy, & we know you must miss him terribly. We are sorry we couldn't make it for the services, but please know you have been in our hearts & prayers every since we heard of his passing.

June 25, 2017

Brenna Ildza

My thoughts are prayers are with your family.

June 24, 2017

Christina

May God 's light shine on the Ludwig Family and bring comfort.

RIP Ed

June 24, 2017

Christina Gossage

So sad to hear about Ed's passing. Wishing the family comfort during their loss. God Bless Always! The Camacho Family

June 23, 2017

Uncle Will

Dearest Debbie and Family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and you family, I wish we were there to give you all a hug.
Love You
Uncle Will & Phil

June 23, 2017

Susan (Ordonio) Helsel

My love and prayers to Debbie, Pat and the extended Ludwig family. Although I was only lucky enough to spend time with him every five years at the reunion, he would greet us as if we had just hung out the week before. He was a very generous, loving and kind man. What a role model for those close to him. I can't picture a time when he didn't have that huge smile on his face. Eddie Joe, you were very loved and will be remembered in all our hearts.

June 22, 2017

Tim Pinkelmann

Saying a prayer for Ed and the rest of the Ludwig family. He was one of my closest buddies at De La Salle HS, and it was always good to see him at the alumni get togethers. God rest his soul.

June 22, 2017

Suzan Corcione

Rest in Peace Ed. I remember when we were co instructors for youth group. Loved how you educated with your stories. RIP!

June 22, 2017

Jeanine Starr

Debbie & family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Ed was a wonderful man & will be miss by all who knew & loved him. You all have my condollences.

June 21, 2017

Ann Ordonio

May your light shine on us all Eddie Joe. Love your cuz - Ann O

June 21, 2017

Patricia Davis

Dear Debbie and family. I've never meet you, but I have seen Ed, on about 10 occasions. It was usually a Church function, Mass, Adoration, Monday nite Bible group or the latest, mowing my grass. He was always genuinely concerned about whatever I said. He was just a really nice guy, and those are few between in this day and age. I was so shocked to hear of his passing through the veil, to the other side. I can't even guess how terribly upset you all are! I can say with all honesty, he will be and is ,missed already! I'll keep you-all in my prayers. Your Sister in Christ. Patti Davis. Leavenworth

June 21, 2017

Steve, Lisa, Matthew and Trevor Nelson

Our deepest condolences to all of the Ludwig family. We are very sorry for your loss, Ed will be dearly missed by all of us at St. James, we were blessed to have him as a part of our lives.
May God bless you during this difficult time.

June 21, 2017

Rick and Mike, and all of Eddie's family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Eddie. Way back when we all graduated from high school, Eddie, myself and Marla Jean Neihoff car-pooled together for our first year at UMKC. Once or twice, he brought his then baby sister Cindy to school with him, and we all took turns taking her to class with us. It was good fun, and it was heart warming to see how much he loved his brothers and sisters. He became a good friend, and even though it's been many years since I've spoken with him, I shall miss him. My prayers are with you all.
Trish (Hardy) Downey

June 21, 2017

Cynthia O'Banion

Theresa, my heart of prayers go up for you and your family at the loss you are facing. God Bless and have a safe journey back to Florida.

Posted by Cynthia O'Banion

June 21, 2017

Betti Feeney

Debbie and family, so very sorry to learn of Ed's passing. A privilege to talk with him at Jim and Kathy's reception. Rest In Peace, Ed.

June 21, 2017

To the Ludwig's family,
My condolences and may he Rest In Peace.
Tampa, Florida

June 21, 2017

Kathy Ordonio-Ridenour

So sadden to hear. Thoughts are with all family at this time. Will be wearing our KC blue out here in California on Friday. Sending love out to you!!!
Heavy hearts.
Thoughts and prayers with you all!

June 21, 2017

Rebecca Greufe

He will be missed but he left many memories

June 20, 2017

Mary Kaye Hannah

My thoughts and prayers are with Debbie and family. Ed was one of the good guys! I feel blessed that I was able to see Ed and Debbie at mass a couple days before he went into the hospital. Ed was such a big part of the St. James community and he will be greatly missed!

June 20, 2017

Diane Keith

My love and prayers to Ed's family. So, so sorry to hear of his passing. Ed was always present with a smile, a story, checking in to see how you were doing each day. I will miss him. Diane Keith - St. James Catholic School

June 20, 2017

Karen Biggs

My condolences and prayers go to all of Ed's family, His passing is such a shock and so sad to hear. Ed was always so kind, loving and willing to help others. I am glad that I had the chance to work along side him at St. James School. He shared some fun stories with me and his love for the Royals and Chiefs. We often started the school mornings off with updating each other on the scores from games. I will miss Ed and his smile. Karen Biggs, St. James Art Teacher

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Memorial Events
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Jun

23

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

St. James Catholic Church

Liberty, MO

Jun

23

Rosary

7:00 p.m.

St. James Catholic Church

Liberty, MO

Jun

24

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. James Catholic Church

Liberty, MO

Jun

24

Graveside service

2:00 p.m.

Mt. Calvary Cemetery

Lansing, MO

Funeral services provided by:

McGilley Antioch Chapel

3325 Northeast Vivion Road, Kansas City, MO 64119

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