Service Details
In keeping with Laura’s wish a private service was held.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials in Laura’s name can be directed to The Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic, 6811-118th Ave. Kenosha, WI 53142.
Laura R. Ludvigsen, 76, passed away in the Aurora Medical Center-Kenosha on Saturday April 2, 2022. She was born in Racine on August 11, 1945, the daughter of the late Harold and Marla (nee: Pineckenstein) Jensen. Laura graduated from Washington Park High School, Class of ’63. On June 3, 1967, in Grace Lutheran Church, she was united in marriage to Thomas Ludvigsen Along with her husband Thomas, she owned and operated Hearthside Homes. She was a longtime member of Grace Lutheran Church and later Gethsemane Lutheran Church. Laura enjoyed golfing and was a longtime member of the Friday Swingers at Ives Grove Golf Links. Laura was an avid reader, gardener, traveler, cook, baker, and cat lover. She also enjoyed studying the Civil War. Laura loved feeding the birds and watching the squirrels in their yard.
Surviving are her husband, Thomas; two daughters, Pastor Marcy (Chris) Wieties, Julie (Brett) Nielsen, all of Racine; six grandchildren, Michaela Wieties, Alexis Nielsen, Jenna Nielsen, Elizabeth Wieties, Lauren Nielsen, and Collin Nielsen; four sisters, Carol (Bill) Rowe, of Big Sandy, TX, Ellen Ross, Mary Lou (Bill) Killberg, all of Racine, and Mildred Roshar, of Milwaukee; her sister-in-law, Janet Burlingame. Her nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends also survive her. In addition to her parents, Laura was preceded in death by her brothers-in-law, Will Ross, Mike Roshar, and Harry Burlingame. The family would like to thank Dr. Michael P. Mullane and his office for the loving care given to Laura throughout her illness.
John & Margie Burgess says
Laura was such a lovely woman, we enjoyed all the evenings we shared with the two of you. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Michael T. Nelson & the Spirit of Nina Nelson says
Julie and Families, I am so sorry for this terrible loss. I know how much all of you cared for you’re Mother, Grandmother, Mother in Law, and Sisters. Perhaps Pastor Marcy, will share with you words that will help you through this sad time. I know of none, other then time. God Bless all of you, and remember to continue to love each other.
Dennis and Cheryl Zwaga says
We rest assured in the message of the Gospel, that Laura has entered into Eternal Salvation in Heaven’s mansions, with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Initially with her Holy Baptism, her Confirmation and continuously with her hope of everlasting life in Christ her Redeemer. We look forward to meeting up with Laura again in Heaven.
Carol Exner says
What an enormous loss for your family and for all of us who knew Laura. I have so many good memories of the times we were together.
Hope you can find peace at this most difficult time. My sincere sympathy to you all.
Charles and Glorious Hicks says
We are so sorry that you lost your loved one. Our prayer is that you will hold on and hold up during this time.
Paul and Karen Burlingame says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time..
Pat Fuhrman says
We are truly saddened to hear of Laura’s passing. Tom, you have our deepest sympathies. Laura was always so friendly and we will fondly remember the beautiful smile she sported upon seeing us. God bless you and your family, Tom!
Lee and Pat Fuhrman
Tom Goebel says
Very sorry for your loss