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Eric Ludwig Obituary

. - Eric James Ludwig, 49, passed away suddenly at his residence in Seattle, Wash. on Sunday, September 21, 2008.  Eric was born in Racine on October 28, 1958, son of Doctor Richard J. Ludwig and the late Miriam M. (nee: Thomas) Post.  Eric is a graduate of William Horlick High School (1976) and is survived by his former wife, Lynn Ludwig (nee: Schweitzer) of Saukville; sons, Kyle and Troy of Racine; and siblings Lyn (Dennis) Johnson of Oostburg, Laura (Thomas) Lyon of Boulder, Colo., Raymond (Jacqueline) Ness- Ludwig of Fergus Falls, Minn., Richard (Christine) Ahl-Ludwig of Waukesha, Karl (Perry) Ludwig of Dallas Texas, and Amy (Timothy) Neely of Plano, Texas; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other dear relatives and friends.  Eric was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas. Family and friends are cordially invited to a memorial service celebrating Eric's life at the Purath-Strand Funeral Home on Monday, September 29, 2008.  Visitation from 5 until 7 p.m. with service immediately following. Memorials to the family have been suggested. PURATH-STRAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY 3915 Douglas Avenue 639-8000 www.purath-strand.com

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Published by Racine Journal Times on Sep. 27, 2008.

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Dan Heried

September 30, 2008

Lynn, Kyle and Troy,
We are very sad to hear of Erics passing. We wish we could be there for you, but you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love
Uncle Dan and Aunt Cyndi Heried

Ashley Lacey

September 29, 2008

The Ludwig Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, each one of you will be in my prayers.

Michael Seyller

September 27, 2008

Kyle, I was very sorry to hear about your loss. I have tried to reach you, but to no avail. If you need anything, my friend, call me 939 2523. I am thinking of you and your family in this time of sorrow. Take care
Always,
Michael

Rachel Mayer (Croson)

September 27, 2008

Kyle an Troy,
I hope you remember me, it has been years. I am so very sorry for your loss and hope you are doing well. I've thought of you often over the years and, especially these past couple of days. You two always held a special place in my heart, as well as Zachary's. He still talks about you two!. My condolences to you and your family. Take care.

Eva Aiello-Larrabee

September 27, 2008

Dear Kyle and Troy, Dear Uncle Richie and Dear Cousins,

I am so deeply sorry for your loss and heartache. My mother and father and sisters "wrap our arms around you" in love and support.

Eva Marie Gerardo

September 27, 2008

Amy and family,
Im so very sorry for your loss. May you and your family find comfort in each other when sharing in the memories of your loved one at this difficult time.

Love forever and always,

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