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GENE LUDWIG Obituary
Age 72 of Monroeville formerly of Regent Square on Wednesday, July 14, 2010. Beloved husband of Patricia (Zamborsky) Ludwig. Predeceased by his three brothers: Edwin (surviving spouse, Violet) Ludwig of Monroeville, Roger Ludwig, and John Ludwig. wonderful uncle of Paul R, Mark, & Brian Ludwig. Gene Ludwig was born in Twin Rocks, PA on September 4, 1937. His family moved to Swissvale, PA in 1941, where Gene spent most of his youth and graduated from Swissvale High School in 1955. His mother provided young Gene with piano lessons as early as the first grade at age 6 and witnessed his musical growth from then on. She would have preferred that he become a concert pianist but soon realized that his musical preference lay in Rhythm and Blues. Gene met Jimmy Smith in 1957 and that meeting spurred a major change in Gene's career - he wanted to play the Hammond organ. Two years later he bought his first Hammond organ (1959) and has never regretted his decision. Friends will be received Monday 7-9 PM and Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL) corner of Beatty Rd. & 48 North, Monroeville (412 856-4747). A Musical Tribute Jam in memory of Gene will take place Wednesday 11 AM at Palmieri's Restaurant in Plum with a luncheon to follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pittsburgh CAPA School, 111 Ninth St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 so that a young individual may learn how music can touch their life. www.jobefuneralhome.com.
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Pattye Ludwig
July 12, 2025
I love you Gene. You are so very much missed.
Jim Alfredson
July 15, 2011
Gene, you are still an inspiration to me and my music. I cherish the records you made that taught me so much about how to approach the wonderful Hammond organ as an instrument to express my own ideas. I miss your kindness and the jazz world definitely misses your presence. But thankfully your spirit lives on in those you touched and the music you left behind as your legacy.
With love always,
~ Jim Alfredson
Shelley
July 14, 2011
Pattye,
I was so fortunate to have known Gene. He was such a dear soul. You and Gene were always so welcoming when I came to visit. I will never forget his kindness and hospitality.
Not only is he remembered through his music, he is remembered for his beautiful heart.
Vince Ector
July 14, 2011
Gene,
I will always remember how kind and thoughtful you were my friend, on and off of the bandstand. We will always remember how hard you would swing and how dedicated you were to the music as well as your friends and family who you loved and cherished. Miss you brother...
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Pattye Ludwig
July 14, 2011
Gene, my heart is with you. I love you madly.
Thomas Wendt
July 14, 2011
Not a day goes by that I don't think about Gene. I wouldn't be where I am today as a musician or person without Gene's generous friendship and help. He is greatly missed.
Barbara Ray
July 13, 2011
I am so happy that Hosea Taylor introduced us and I had an opportunity not only to hear but to also see the beautiful gift you and he displayed together.
Memories along with pictures are worth a thousand words.
Thank you, Mr. Gene Ludwig.
Lourdes Dominguez
July 13, 2011
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Gene I can tell he was a wonderful man and loved by many. May he rest in peace.
Jane& John
July 13, 2011
Pattye Our memories of Gene will be in our hearts forever. I truely feel your pain and pray for your comfort.
Colleen Flynn
July 13, 2011
Iam so sorry for your loss.I hope you can find some comfort in the many happy memories that you will hold dear to your heart forever.You and
Gene were lucky enough to have shared such a deep eternal love for each other. Your life together was so special and something that some people never find.
Gene's legacy...his fabulous music will live on in the hearts of his fans all around the world.
I know Gene is with you each and every day. Just keep looking for those pennies from heaven.
With much love and sincere sympathy,
Colleen
July 13, 2011
Thank you for all the years of joy and happiness you brought into my life through the years via your brilliant recordings, CDs, tapes, and YouTube---you truly touched me. Also loved your love for Pittsburgh and particularly the Steelers---always fun talking to you about them.
You are and will be missed forever.
John Titsworth
Pattye Ludwig
July 13, 2011
July 13, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find some comfort in all the memories that will be held dear in your heart forever. You and Gene were so lucky to have shared such a deep and eternal love for each other and your life together was a gift that some never get to experience.
Gene's legacy...his fabulous music will live on in the hearts of his many fans all over the world.
I know Gene is still with you each and every day. Just keep looking for those pennies from heaven.
Love you.
Sincerely,
Colleen
Robert Henshaw-Suder
July 13, 2011
Peace, Love, Jazz Mucic forever! Thank you Gene RIP.
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Carol Vidanoff
September 4, 2010
Very sorry to hear of Gene's passing. I have not been going to hear music for a while. I wish I had. I saved some links. Also, found Gene on youtube. Bless and God Keep you, Pattye.
Jill Hall
August 12, 2010
Gene Ludwig played with my mom, Artie Cordice. He was always a gentleman. I will truly miss his skills and talent on that organ -- that he loved so much and played so well. God bless his soul. My condolences and blessings to his family.
ben elliott
July 27, 2010
Such a talent & a generous man. He will be missed. His music will preserve his memory
Larry Grogan
July 22, 2010
Gene was a giant, and though he is no longer with us, his music will live as long as people seek out originality, masterful skill and true manifestation of spirit.
Sharynn Harper
July 22, 2010
Dearest Patty, I had the pleasure of meeting your beloved and talented husband - Gene Ludwig - several years ago when he played in a tribute to Stanley Turrentine at Jazz@Lincoln Center in New York. He was also a good friend of my Dad's - jazz great Walt Harper. You have my deepest sympathies at your time of loss. He was such a talented and great musical force and he will be deeply missed.
God bless you. Sharynn Harper - New York - [email protected]
July 21, 2010
My friend, Gerry, who lives in Pittsburgh and plays bass...called me last night. Hadn't spoken to him in months. Phone rings; I see the caller ID. I pick up and say, "you're gonna tell me Gene Ludwig died." Gerry: "WHEN! OMG!!!" Instead of spending the next hour talking about our lives, we talked about Gene and what a nice guy he was to everyone. Pattye--as nice a guy as he was to all who knew him--he must have been that much greater a husband. Gene had a fantastic life by anyone's measure, especially in marriage and music. We are all sorry for your loss. It's our loss, too. It's times like this you find out who your friends are. You are blessed to have so many.
Sean Hall
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July 21, 2010
dear pattye,our memories of gene are many.we have listened to him for years dating back to fox's cafe and the nights through the years when he battled on that organ with the likes of joey and jack mcduff at the balcony.we will truly miss him and his b3. we send our love and sympathy, skip and helen gaber
July 21, 2010
My name was omitted in error to:July 18, 2010
No words will lessen your sorrow or fill that empty space. Be comforted, I pray, with the knowledge that "Little "Luddy" ( to those who knew John and Roger) was well - loved and a kind and caring man.
His talent remains forever in the hearts of those who heard him play.
Harriett Holcomb
July 21, 2010
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not here, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that swiftly blow.
I am the diamond glint on newly fallen snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the soft and gentle autumn rain
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift, uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft star that shines at night
Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there, I did not die.
Gene was a true gentleman and a master musician who will be sadly missed. I recently had the pleasure and honor to sit in on one of his gigs and he was most gracious. My deepest sympathy,
Judi
bobby watley
July 21, 2010
Gene...all I have is fond memories of you and what you shared musically with me. I will never forget you for that.Jimmy Sibley, and sammy Bryant bot send there condolences...We will miss you Brother.....
July 20, 2010
Very much enjoyed being Gene's next door neighbor in Regent Square for many years. He was always kind, and interested in others. It was a treat to hear him play. Maureen "Suzy" Reidell-Yeske, Pleasant Hills, Pa
Elmer McClung
July 20, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Michele Bensen
July 20, 2010
Dearest Pattye,
The Jazz community has lost a giant, the one and only Gene Ludwig. What a kind and generous man he was and he always had a smile on his face. I always had a ball working with him, and the gigs we did together will always be playing in my head. His laugh was so special and there were lots jokes to pass along. I have wonderful memories which I will cherish. I know in my heart that we will see him again.
With deepest sympathy,
Michele Bensen
Tom Bell
July 20, 2010
I will miss him,he was a great music man
Cheryl Martinelli Vonderau
July 20, 2010
Thinking of you Pattye.
Ares & Lorenzo Williams
July 20, 2010
R.I.P. GENE LUDWIG.... A Wonderfully talented man, a sweet gentle spirit, a "true Gentleman", the epitome of GOD Given Talent... "Thank You" for sharing what HE gave you, with all of us...What joy you brought!! You will truly be missed but held deeply and sincerely in our hearts forever. ~Love Always and Forever ~
Meg Morris
July 20, 2010
Dear Pattye,
My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you. Please don't hesitate to reach out when you need a shoulder to lean on, or an ear to listen.
Much Love,
Meggie
Pattye Ludwig
July 20, 2010
To my most cherished and beloved Gene. You are the love of my life and although you took a part of my heart with you, your spirit and love will always remain bright and alive with me. Until we are re-united, rest with God. I am sure you have already met up with Jack and Jimmy and Don............. All my love, pattye
Bobby Bennett
July 20, 2010
I saw Gene perform many times with Eric Kloss in the late 60's and 70's and once he was at the Crawford, I believe, where we watched Richard 'Groove' Holmes perform. He matched Groove perfectly, tone for soulful tone and from then on, I became a fan, fully appreciative of the local flavor. The Pittsburgh and world jazz communities have lost a great one.
Linda Dachtyl
July 20, 2010
Our deepest condolences to you, Pattye.
Getting to know Gene and you the last few years has been a wonderful thing and we will miss him very much.
Linda and Cary Dachtyl
Maureen Budway
July 20, 2010
Dear Pattye,
I am so very sorry for your loss. God knows we all loved Gene...a kind and wonderful man, and a great musician! He will be terribly missed! With deepest sympathy , Maureen Budway
Joe Negri
July 19, 2010
Dear Pattye,
I regret that I didn't get to spend more time and get to play more often with Gene. We had one glorious week end at the MCG with Gene and Roger Humphries and myself ..
He was a beautiful guy and one heck of a " jazz " man.
He will be missed but, not forgotten .
My deepest condolences to you on your loss.
July 18, 2010
Gene was a beautiful person, a great musician and he will be missed. I enjoyed the times I played with him and the time we spent together after gigs. On behalf of myself and my wife you have our deepest sympathy.
Bill & Sue Marszalek
July 18, 2010
No words will lessen your sorrow or fill that empty space. Be comforted, I pray, with the knowledge that "Little "Luddy" ( to those who knew John and Roger) was well - loved and a kind and caring man.
His talent remains forever in the hearts of those who heard him play.
Ken Jones
July 18, 2010
It's with a heavy heart that I offer sincere condolences to Pattye. Gene will be missed!
Richard Washington
July 18, 2010
To Gene's family,You have my deepest condolences. Gene and my brother Tommy Washington played many gigs together. My brother passed away a few years ago so I'm sure they'll be playing gigs in HEAVEN now. May Gene rest in peace.
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