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Peggy Ludlum Obituary
Mrs. Ludlum is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy Allen Ludlum Hoback and Andrew Fishburne Hoback of Salem, Virginia, and Beth Ludlum Mabey and Joseph Ford Mabey, Jr. of New Orleans, Louisiana. Also surviving are cousins, James Franklin and Linda Nugent Ford of Gadsden, John Lloyd Ford and Brunhilde Stickler Ford and their children of Pasadena, Texas, James Gregory Ford of Birmingham, Michael Howard Ford and Dawn Ledbetter Ford of Bowling Green, Kentucky, and Peggy Ford Chastain of Glencoe.
She was predeceased by beloved husband, James Edwin Ludlum; son, James Scott Ludlum; parents, Oscar Tillman Breeden Sr. and Allen Millican Breeden; and brother, Oscar Tillman Breeden Jr.
Born in Keener, on Sunday, Sept. 10, 1933, Peggy was raised in Glencoe and attended Jacksonville State University and Howard College, now Samford University in Birmingham. Married to the love of her life, Jim, in 1956, they were separated by his death in Roanoke, Virginia in 2010. Peggy Jane will be lovingly remembered for her treasured holiday gatherings and as a consummate daughter, wife, mother and friend.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday at Crestwood Funeral Home at 2209 East Broad Street in Gadsden, 256-492-5544. Interment will be private.
All expressions of sympathy are very much appreciated.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at 262 Danny Thomas Place in Memphis, TN 38105.
Online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.crestwoodmemorialfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peggy Ludlum
John and Bruni Ford
April 17, 2017
Dear Nancy and Beth,
We are so sorry it took so long to write to you. We were saddened to hear about your mother's passing. I know this must be a very difficult time for you. Please know that you are in our prayers.
We think of your mother and father often, and the good times we spent in your house on Brow Drive. Your mother's wedding dress, which I wore in 1958, is still hanging in my closet. I am keeping it for my granddaughter Caleigh.
I hope we will get a chance to see you sometime in the future in Alabama or Texas. Best wishes and sincere condolences from our entire family on your great loss.
February 28, 2017
May the words written in the bible for our comfort strengthen your saddened heart during this emotional time (Matthew 5:4).
February 27, 2017
May God strengthen and comfort the family during your time of sorrow.
February 27, 2017
Draw close to God and he will draw close to you. James 4 : 8.
February 27, 2017
Draw close to God and he will comfort and strengthen you.
Lynn Donald
February 26, 2017
Dear Nancy,
Sorry to hear of Peggy's death. She was a very nice and caring lady. I have missed her and you since she has been gone from The Park Oak Grove. Glad she is in a better place and out of pain. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
LYNN on 11-7 shift @ POG.
February 26, 2017
NANCY AND BETH SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY SCOTT IS NAMED AFTER YOU BROTHER I LOVE AND MISS PEGGY JIM AND YOU GIRLS MAY GOD BLESS YOU CAROL WILSON BRYANT
Martha Weaver Fortner
February 26, 2017
Jim and Peggy were a part of my life growing up in Gadsden. I have wonderful memories of them and the Falls Drugs. Sending deepest sympathy to the family.
Connie Heald
February 26, 2017
Dear Nancy & Beth,
Thinking & praying for you & your families. I know this is a tremendous loss; however, I praise God that she is in His presence with your beloved father. Mom sends her love & was saddened to hear of Peggy's passing. May God carry you through this time and the days ahead!
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