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Mass of Christian Burial for Gerald “Jerry” Ludden, age 84, of Norfolk, Nebraska will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Norfolk. Reverend Gregory Carl will be Celebrant, with burial in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Norfolk.
Military Honors will be provided by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1644, American Legion Post 16, Army National Guard Honor Guard, and American Legion Riders.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the church, with a 7:00 p.m. Wake Service.
Brockhaus-Howser-Fillmer Funeral Home in Norfolk is in charge of arrangements.
Jerry passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife by his side on Thursday, December 12, 2019.
Gerald “Jerry” Leo Ludden was born on April 10, 1935, in Norfolk, Nebraska at the Sisters Hospital to John and Clara (Kramper) Ludden. He grew up on farms near Norfolk and Lindsay. Jerry then joined the Army from 1958 to1960 and was stationed in France. He returned to the US and worked in Pierre, South Dakota building the Oahe dam. Jerry moved back to Lindsay to farm. He married Patricia “Pat” Hanke on November 14, 1969, in Norfolk. They lived on a farm north of Lindsay until 1994 when they moved to Norfolk. Jerry was employed by Guardrite and later, the city of Norfolk. Jerry and Pat recently celebrated their 50th anniversary.
Jerry enjoyed trap shooting with friends and father-in-law, Roy Hanke. Jerry and Pat would often go to Deadwood for a weekend of gambling and sightseeing or go for a drive to another casino. He collected hats and pocket knives and was always on the lookout for a new one. Game shows, westerns and NFL football—especially the Seattle Seahawks games—were always being watched. Big Red was his favorite place to go for lunch. He was an avid card player in which he often won, including the last time he played. We will miss his great sense of humor. There were times where he would laugh until it almost made him cry.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Pat; children, Janet Sager (Wayne) of Norfolk, NE, Rebecca Ludden of Phoenix, AZ, Karla Ludden of Lincoln, NE, and Doug Ludden (Lisa) of Pierce, NE; eight grandchildren, Jordan Sager, Kaden Sager, Kellan Sager, Theisen Ziehmer, Alyssa Ludden, McKeilie Ziehmer, Addisyn Ludden, and Arriah Ludden; sisters-in-law, Millie Ludden, Elaine Vech (Dennis) of Morse Bluff, NE, and LoAnn Irvin (Wayne) of Missouri Valley; brothers-in-laws, Ed Ramaekers of Lindsay, Gene Schaecher (Pam) of Meridan, ID, and Gerald Hanke (Diane) of Papillion; along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Clara Ludden; siblings, Vic Ludden, Millie (Leonard) Putjenter, Mark (Berdelle) Ludden, Ted Ludden, and Donny Ludden; mother and father-in-law, Roy and Frances Hanke; sisters-in-law, Jane Ramaekers and Nancy Schaecher; and brother-in-law, John “Jack” Borer.
Mass of Christian Burial for Gerald “Jerry” Ludden, age 84, of Norfolk, Nebraska will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Norfolk. Reverend Gregory Carl will be Celebrant, with burial in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Norfolk.
Military Honors will be provided by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1644, American Legion Post 16, Army National Guard Honor Guard, and American Legion Riders.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the church, with a 7:00 p.m. Wake Service.
Brockhaus-Howser-Fillmer Funeral Home in Norfolk is in charge of arrangements.
Jerry passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife by his side on Thursday, December 12, 2019.
Gerald “Jerry” Leo Ludden was born on April 10, 1935, in Norfolk, Nebraska at the Sisters Hospital to John and Clara (Kramper) Ludden. He grew up on farms near Norfolk and Lindsay. Jerry then joined the Army from 1958 to1960 and was stationed in France. He returned to the US and worked in Pierre, South Dakota building the Oahe dam. Jerry moved back to Lindsay to farm. He married Patricia “Pat” Hanke on November 14, 1969, in Norfolk. They lived on a farm north of Lindsay until 1994 when they moved to Norfolk. Jerry was employed by Guardrite and later, the city of Norfolk. Jerry and Pat recently celebrated their 50th anniversary.
Jerry enjoyed trap shooting with friends and father-in-law, Roy Hanke. Jerry and Pat would often go to Deadwood for a weekend of gambling and sightseeing or go for a drive to another casino. He collected hats and pocket knives and was always on the lookout for a new one. Game shows, westerns and NFL football—especially the Seattle Seahawks games—were always being watched. Big Red was his favorite place to go for lunch. He was an avid card player in which he often won, including the last time he played. We will miss his great sense of humor. There were times where he would laugh until it almost made him cry.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Pat; children, Janet Sager (Wayne) of Norfolk, NE, Rebecca Ludden of Phoenix, AZ, Karla Ludden of Lincoln, NE, and Doug Ludden (Lisa) of Pierce, NE; eight grandchildren, Jordan Sager, Kaden Sager, Kellan Sager, Theisen Ziehmer, Alyssa Ludden, McKeilie Ziehmer, Addisyn Ludden, and Arriah Ludden; sisters-in-law, Millie Ludden, Elaine Vech (Dennis) of Morse Bluff, NE, and LoAnn Irvin (Wayne) of Missouri Valley; brothers-in-laws, Ed Ramaekers of Lindsay, Gene Schaecher (Pam) of Meridan, ID, and Gerald Hanke (Diane) of Papillion; along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Clara Ludden; siblings, Vic Ludden, Millie (Leonard) Putjenter, Mark (Berdelle) Ludden, Ted Ludden, and Donny Ludden; mother and father-in-law, Roy and Frances Hanke; sisters-in-law, Jane Ramaekers and Nancy Schaecher; and brother-in-law, John “Jack” Borer.
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Mass of Christian Burial for Gerald “Jerry” Ludden, age 84, of Norfolk, Nebraska will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Norfolk. Reverend Gregory Carl will be Celebrant, with burial in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Norfolk.
Military Honors will be provided by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1644, American Legion Post 16, Army National Guard Honor Guard, and American Legion Riders.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the church, with a 7:00 p.m. Wake Service.
Brockhaus-Howser-Fillmer Funeral Home in Norfolk is in charge of arrangements.
Jerry passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife by his side on Thursday, December 12, 2019.
Gerald “Jerry” Leo Ludden was born on April 10, 1935, in Norfolk, Nebraska at the Sisters Hospital to John and Clara (Kramper) Ludden. He grew up on farms near Norfolk and Lindsay. Jerry then joined the Army from 1958 to1960 and was stationed in France. He returned to the US and worked in Pierre, South Dakota building the Oahe dam. Jerry moved back to Lindsay to farm. He married Patricia “Pat” Hanke on November 14, 1969, in Norfolk. They lived on a farm north of Lindsay until 1994 when they moved to Norfolk. Jerry was employed by Guardrite and later, the city of Norfolk. Jerry and Pat recently celebrated their 50th anniversary.
Jerry enjoyed trap shooting with friends and father-in-law, Roy Hanke. Jerry and Pat would often go to Deadwood for a weekend of gambling and sightseeing or go for a drive to another casino. He collected hats and pocket knives and was always on the lookout for a new one. Game shows, westerns and NFL football—especially the Seattle Seahawks games—were always being watched. Big Red was his favorite place to go for lunch. He was an avid card player in which he often won, including the last time he played. We will miss his great sense of humor. There were times where he would laugh until it almost made him cry.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Pat; children, Janet Sager (Wayne) of Norfolk, NE, Rebecca Ludden of Phoenix, AZ, Karla Ludden of Lincoln, NE, and Doug Ludden (Lisa) of Pierce, NE; eight grandchildren, Jordan Sager, Kaden Sager, Kellan Sager, Theisen Ziehmer, Alyssa Ludden, McKeilie Ziehmer, Addisyn Ludden, and Arriah Ludden; sisters-in-law, Millie Ludden, Elaine Vech (Dennis) of Morse Bluff, NE, and LoAnn Irvin (Wayne) of Missouri Valley; brothers-in-laws, Ed Ramaekers of Lindsay, Gene Schaecher (Pam) of Meridan, ID, and Gerald Hanke (Diane) of Papillion; along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Clara Ludden; siblings, Vic Ludden, Millie (Leonard) Putjenter, Mark (Berdelle) Ludden, Ted Ludden, and Donny Ludden; mother and father-in-law, Roy and Frances Hanke; sisters-in-law, Jane Ramaekers and Nancy Schaecher; and brother-in-law, John “Jack” Borer.
Mass of Christian Burial for Gerald “Jerry” Ludden, age 84, of Norfolk, Nebraska will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Norfolk. Reverend Gregory Carl will be Celebrant, with burial in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Norfolk.
Military Honors will be provided by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1644, American Legion Post 16, Army National Guard Honor Guard, and American Legion Riders.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the church, with a 7:00 p.m. Wake Service.
Brockhaus-Howser-Fillmer Funeral Home in Norfolk is in charge of arrangements.
Jerry passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife by his side on Thursday, December 12, 2019.
Gerald “Jerry” Leo Ludden was born on April 10, 1935, in Norfolk, Nebraska at the Sisters Hospital to John and Clara (Kramper) Ludden. He grew up on farms near Norfolk and Lindsay. Jerry then joined the Army from 1958 to1960 and was stationed in France. He returned to the US and worked in Pierre, South Dakota building the Oahe dam. Jerry moved back to Lindsay to farm. He married Patricia “Pat” Hanke on November 14, 1969, in Norfolk. They lived on a farm north of Lindsay until 1994 when they moved to Norfolk. Jerry was employed by Guardrite and later, the city of Norfolk. Jerry and Pat recently celebrated their 50th anniversary.
Jerry enjoyed trap shooting with friends and father-in-law, Roy Hanke. Jerry and Pat would often go to Deadwood for a weekend of gambling and sightseeing or go for a drive to another casino. He collected hats and pocket knives and was always on the lookout for a new one. Game shows, westerns and NFL football—especially the Seattle Seahawks games—were always being watched. Big Red was his favorite place to go for lunch. He was an avid card player in which he often won, including the last time he played. We will miss his great sense of humor. There were times where he would laugh until it almost made him cry.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Pat; children, Janet Sager (Wayne) of Norfolk, NE, Rebecca Ludden of Phoenix, AZ, Karla Ludden of Lincoln, NE, and Doug Ludden (Lisa) of Pierce, NE; eight grandchildren, Jordan Sager, Kaden Sager, Kellan Sager, Theisen Ziehmer, Alyssa Ludden, McKeilie Ziehmer, Addisyn Ludden, and Arriah Ludden; sisters-in-law, Millie Ludden, Elaine Vech (Dennis) of Morse Bluff, NE, and LoAnn Irvin (Wayne) of Missouri Valley; brothers-in-laws, Ed Ramaekers of Lindsay, Gene Schaecher (Pam) of Meridan, ID, and Gerald Hanke (Diane) of Papillion; along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Clara Ludden; siblings, Vic Ludden, Millie (Leonard) Putjenter, Mark (Berdelle) Ludden, Ted Ludden, and Donny Ludden; mother and father-in-law, Roy and Frances Hanke; sisters-in-law, Jane Ramaekers and Nancy Schaecher; and brother-in-law, John “Jack” Borer.
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