Barbara Jean Ludwig, 78, of Burlington, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2020 due to complications of the COVID-19 pandemic .
Barbara was born on Aug. 26, 1941 to Donald and Ruth (nee Krueger) Alaxson. She grew up and was educated in the Waterford area. She continued her education, earning her registered nursing degree.
Barbara married the love of her life, Kirt J.E. Ludwig on Aug. 31, 1963. She was a member of many clubs and organizations, loved reading and was an avid snow skier. She travelled the world, on six continents, over 50 countries and was in the planning stages for Antarctica.
Barbara enjoyed life to the fullest, surrounding herself with family, friends and flowers. She will be truly missed.
Barbara is survived by her loving children, Peter (Amie Thompson) Ludwig, and Rebeca (Buddy) Fischer; seven grandchildren, Jacob, Joshua, Nathan, Brett, Scott, Hayley, Rachel; five sisters, Betty Rahm, Sharon Kurth, Patsy Deak, Susan (Rick) Gramza, Kathy (Jim) Merlo; brother-in-law, Colin, and sister-in law, Leanne Sievert, many nieces and nephews, and so many cherished friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Kirt, brothers-in-law John Rahm and Roger Kurth, and her in-laws Leeroy and Florence Ludwig.
Due to the CDC and COVID-19 Protocol a private burial will take place at Norway Hill Cemetery. In lieu of floral expressions of sympathy, Barbara’s family suggest memorials to the Burlington Area Garden Club or Peace Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 443, Burlington, WI 53105
Her family would like to thank all the people involved in the care of their mom in her time of need.
Mealy Funeral Home is serving the family. Well-wishers may visit www.mealyfuneralhome.com.