Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Ludwick, Peter "Pete" J. June 28, 2022
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                                   LUDWICK

Peter J Ludwick "Pete" - beloved father, grandfather, and loyal friend to many, 
left this Earth n Tuesday, June 28, 2022 a the age of 88.

Pete was born in Lansing, Michigan on October 1, 1933 to S.Ardis (Davarn) and 
Harold B.Ludwick. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Pete married the love of his life, Annie (Bales) on May 26, 2007. They enjoyed 
many years of great times together.

Peter worked for 33 years for the State of Michigan until his retirement.He 
officiated baseball, softball, football, and basketball game for over 55 years 
and HE NEVER MISSED A CALL!

Pete was a sports fanatic, he loved the MSU Spartans, Detroit Tigers, and Lions. 
He both played and coached baseball for many yeas and was inducted into the 
Gratiot County baseball league hall of fame in 2012.

His family and friends enjoyed many backyard gatherings at his home, as well as 
parties at the lake. The Super bowl was another major event at Pete's house - 
the gatherings started out small and graduated to actual bleachers in his living 
room.

March 17th - St.Patrick's Day, was his favorite holiday. He celebrated at 
Shiel's Tavern and the American Legion in Hubbardston every years and was always 
dressed in his green garb.

Pete was a loving husband, who cared for Annie for several years and was heart 
broken when he lost her. He loved his children, adored his grandchildren, and 
was a friend to all. He will be deeply missed.

Preceding Pete in death are his parents; the mother of his children, Barbara Ann 
Ludwick; wife, Ann Bales-Ludwick; son, Kurt Ludwick; brothers,, Dave and Tom 
Ludwick; and grandson, Adam Thelen. Left to cherish his memory are his children, 
Kim (Tom) Thelen, Kay Thelen, Kevin Ludwick, and Kelly Ludwick; 
grandchildren,Craig (Shelly), Josh, Travis (Laura),Teghan (Jen), Brent (Brenda) 
Shannon (Chad), Jeremy, James, and Abbigail; 17 great-grandchildren; brother-in-
law, Dave (Patty) VanDomele; Ann's daughter, Becca Bales-Usher; her 
grandchildren, Caitie and Carl Usher; Ann's siblings, Carolee (Jeff) Macfarlane, 
James (Fran) Poole, Gail (Dan) Lower, rick (Kim) Poole and all of their 
children.

The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Rev. Thomas Brown at 11:00 a.m. 
Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at St.Joseph Catholic Church, Pewamo. The family 
received friends on Tuesday,July 5 from 3-7 p.m. at the Lehman FuneralHome, 220 
Rich Street, Ionia. For those desiring a contribution may be made to a charity 
of one's choice in honor of Pete. Online condolences may be made at 
www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.



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