E James Ladwig Obituary
1938-2023
Eldor James (Jim) Ladwig, 84 of Lake Placid, Florida, formerly a Racine resident, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, March 28, 2023.
E. James was born on April 13, 1938 in Milwaukee, WI. He was the son of the late Al and Betty Ladwig. He married Bonnie L Ladwig (Adams) on December 19, 1958, and enjoyed 62 years of partnership before Bonnie's death in 2020. Jim was a devoted husband, father, and grandpa (Bops). Jim is a retired officer from the U.S. Army and worked for Robert W Baird for several decades before retiring. Jim was dedicated to public service and served on the Town of Caledonia Board for 2 years, Racine County Board for 4 years and in the State Legislature for 8 years.
After retirement, Jim and Bonnie became snowbirds wintering in Florida while spending time June-September in the Racine area. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was an avid Alumni Badger fan. Jim loved golf, but his favorite pastime was playing pickleball. Everyone that met him loved his infectious sense of humor and kind heart.
Jim was strong in his Christian faith and is now with his Lord and Savior. He was a member at the Memorial United Methodist Church in Lake Placid and enjoyed attending Faithbridge Church in Franksville during the summer months.
He is survived by his three children Laura (John) Dale of Eagan, MN; Linda Hoover of Racine, WI; and Jim (Debbie) Ladwig of Racine WI; seven grandchildren, David Dale (Ashley), Jonathan Dale (Cortney), Lindsay Hoover, Savannah Schatzman, Brittany Hoover, James Ladwig Jr (Buddy), and Ryan Hoover; two great grandchildren Madeline Dale and Juliette Dale; a loving sister Susan Croker (Daniel) of Mundelein, IL; sister in law Penny Bullock of Marquette, MI along with many dear friends. A celebration of Jim's life will take place at a later date.
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Mark Leidecker
February 7, 2024
Jim was a great buddy on the golf course, I miss him every time I tee off on number one tee.
Paul Downing
February 5, 2024
Is this the Jim I went to high school with at Riverside High in Milwaukee. If so I was his best man. PaulDowning, [email protected]
Q.A. Shakoor, II
April 8, 2023
High condolences to the Ladwig family. It wasn't to long ago, Jim and I had dinner at Olive Garden in Racine. Also we sat next to each other on the Racine County Board for years.
May the Almighty Bless the Ladwig family today, tomorrow and forevermore!
Mark V Leidecker
April 4, 2023
Jim was a dear friend we played many games of golf together, will miss him.
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Anne Knepper
March 31, 2023
I was blessed to have Jim and Bonnie as tenants for four wonderful summers. I have so many memories of the two of them. We shared dinners, lunches and wonderful conversations. They both have definitely enriched my life in so many ways. While it breaks my heart to hear of his passing it also warms it knowing he's gone to join Bonnie. My heart goes out to their family. They both are frequently on my mind and will be missed greatly....
Daniel Conder
March 30, 2023
Jim was a neighbor of ours in Lake Placid, Florida. Both Jim and his wife were always gracious in their interactions with my wife, Patsy ,and me. We are no longer a member of that community but our hearts go out to Jim´s family and friends. Dan Conder
Senator Van Wanggaard
March 30, 2023
Blessed to have shared time with Jim and Bonnie throughout the years. Our world is a better place because of them. Love ya, the wanggaards
Patricia Mancuso
March 29, 2023
My husband and I have many fond memories of Jim. We frequently went out to lunch or dinner and spent that time talking about his love of his family.
We will miss him.
Jim and Pat Mancuso
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