Obituary of Marion Ludwig

LUDWIG, Marion – It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Marion Ludwig at University Hospital on Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of Glen Rolland Ludwig for 64 years. Loving mother of Marcia Meier and her husband Klaus of London. Sadly missed by her sister Grace Smith. Predeceased by her sisters Iva Otis, Edna McColl, Annie Doyle and Jean Smith, also by brothers Stanley, Harold and Carlyle Smith. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Marion was born in Romney Township, Kent County, and attended Port Alma Public School and Merlin Continuation School. She graduated London Normal School in 1942 and taught public school in Essex and Kent Counties. Marion founded the first kindergarten in Tilbury Public School and later received her B.A. from the University of Windsor and a Master’s of Education Degree from Wayne State University in 1973. She served as Psychometrist for the Kent County Board of Education as well as Vice-Principal and Education Liasion Office out of the Southwest Regional Centre until her retirement. During this time, she also served as Executive Secretary of the Federation of Provincial School Authority. Funeral service will be held at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Sunday, November 28th, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Cremation and a private family inurnment at Woodland Cemetery will occur at a later date. The family would like to thank the teams of nurses, physicians and personal support caregivers who assisted throughout her long illness. Their dedication will always be remembered. In lieu of flower tributes, donations to the London Arthritis Society or a charity of your choice will be greatly appreciated. Online condolences available at www.westviewfuneralchapel.com