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Lewis Ludwig Obituary

Lewis L. Ludwig, age 82, formerly of Akron, Ohio and Vermilion, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2012.

He resided the past two years at Feridean Commons in Westerville, Ohio. He was born August 30, 1930, in St. Clairsville, Ohio to Lena and Lewis H. Ludwig.

Lew is survived by his wife of 57 years, Nancy; son, Lewis Jr. (Karen); daughter, Laura Kramer (Kevin); grandchildren, Kristen Ludwig, Kelly Kloppmann (Sam), David Ludwig, Daniel Ludwig, Katie Ludwig, Emily Ludwig, James Kramer, and Sam Kramer.

He graduated from Ohio State University and worked as an engineer for many years at B.F. Goodrich and Flexible Steel Lacing Company. He was an expert in the field of conveyor belts.

An avid runner, Lew participated in races until age 78. He was active in running clubs in Akron, Ohio, Lisle, Illinois, Naples, Florida, and Vermilion, Ohio. Lew will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

A celebration of Lew's life will take place at Rodman's Funeral Service, 5464 N. High Street, Columbus, Ohio at 10 a.m., November 24, 2012. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity in Lew's name.

Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Nov. 18, 2012.
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Dear Ludwig Family.. I am sorry for the loss of this accomplished and much loved gentleman. My thoughts go to Carolyn his sister and brother Jim.. We are related through the Lyle's in Belmont County, Oh..

Charlotte Brokaw Thomas

March 21, 2013

Lew was one of my running mentors with the Lisle Windrunners, although, I could never catch him:-)

Rick Eckstein

December 8, 2012

Oh how many years did we serve on the committee for LPCOA
We worked very well and played very well. I was always glad to have him join us on the tennis court. John & I wish now that we had more time with you both.

Pat & John malloy

November 21, 2012

Too many things for me to say to fit it in this small space.

Lewis Ludwig Jr.

November 20, 2012

I really enjoyed playing baseball for Coach Ludwig in the West Akron Baseball League. He was a devoted Coach and Father, and he served as an inspiration for me to coach my daughters later in life. I am sure he will be missed by the Ludwig family and his many friends that he made through life.

Gary Horning

November 19, 2012

Nancy and family, The Vermilion Road Warriors will remember Lew fondly and have been sharing great stories about his trips to races with us, long runs and those conversations, and mostly his great sense of humor. He was truly a gentleman who cared deeply about his family and will be missed by all who knew him. Thanks for sharing him with us ! Sue Patterson

November 17, 2012

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