In loving memory of

Gerald "Jerry" Ludwig
August 9, 1952 - July 7, 2018

Gerald "Jerry" L. Ludwig of St. Charles passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 7th, 2018 at his home.
Jerry was born August 9, 1952 in Sac City, Iowa to Leo and Marjorie (Boom) Ludwig. On August 17, 1974 he married the love of his life, Beverly Ann Nelson in St. Charles, whom he has been happily married to since. He spent many years working at and eventually owning & operating the Holiday Stationstore in St. Charles. He then began working in alarm installation and then at Winona ISD in maintenance before recently retiring.
Jerry enjoyed working with his hands, home improvement projects, hunting, fishing, camping, classic cars, and Vikings Football every Sunday.
A warm, loving family man with four adult children, Jerry had an unwavering desire to do anything and everything for his family and friends through his incredible kindness, generosity, hard-working attitude, laughter, and endless willingness to put others first. His kind heart and loving ways will be missed dearly.
Left cherishing his memory are his wife Bev, his four children Jeff (April) Ludwig of Denver, CO, Lisa (Jeremy) Zacher of Byron, Scott (Allison) of Dallas, TX, Kelli (Alex) Pokorny of Woodbury; his six grandchildren Claudia Zacher, Ava Ludwig, Mallory Zacher, Nora Ludwig, Harrison Zacher, and Preston Ludwig; as well as five siblings, Bob (Lori) Ludwig of Rochester ,Frank (Rosie) Ludwig of Eau Claire, WI, Jeanne (Bruce) Willson of St. Charles, James (Julie) Ludwig of St. Charles and Janet (Lance) LaDuke of Buffalo City, WI.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his mother and father-in-law, Bob & Clarice Nelson.
Services to remember Jerry will be 11 a.m., Thursday, July 12, 2018 at Hoff Funeral Service in St. Charles. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery in St. Charles. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m., Wednesday and one hour prior to the service all at the funeral home. Please share a memory of Jerry at his online guestbook and view his Tribute Video when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com. https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/CZ43K2QTXPWNQ9Z2

Tributes

Liz Adam wrote on Jul 14, 2018:

"I was so sad to hear about Jerry's passing. He was a wonderful classmate! Will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers!"

Gloria Stock Mickelson wrote on Jul 11, 2018:

"Bev, so sorry to hear about Jerry's death. Such a great guy. I know my sister Lila will be spending a lot of time with you during this tough time. Saying an extra prayer for your family."

Ruthanne Weispfenning wrote on Jul 11, 2018:

"I am so sorry for your loss. I was a teacher at Winona Senior High and became acquainted with Jerry through his job in maintenance. Visiting with Jerry at the end of the day was a highlight of my day. He was very personable. We had many pleasant conversations. As a sub I had recently run into him in his new position at the school district. He always took the time to catch up with me. Jerry was a great guy and I am sure his family will carry this legacy forward. With great sympathy. Ruthanne Weispfenning former Wshs German teacher"

Butch Shattuck wrote on Jul 11, 2018:

"Jerry was a great classmate although he didn't say much he was very pleasant to be around. Sorry for your loss he was a great guy. Buch Shattuck"

Gayle Koenig wrote on Jul 10, 2018:

"So sorry to hear of Jerry's death. Heartfelt sympathy to all of you Bev and family. "

Nancy Kieffer wrote on Jul 10, 2018:

"My deepest sympathy to you and your family Bev. My heart goes out to you all."

Nancy Kieffer wrote on Jul 10, 2018:

"My deepest sympathy to you and your family Bev. My heart goes out to you all."

Lynn (Ihrke) Offerdahl wrote on Jul 10, 2018:

"Bev, I was so sorry to hear about Jerry. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. "

Karen Henry wrote on Jul 10, 2018:

"So sorry! My thoughts and prayers are with you all."

Gordon Fischer wrote on Jul 10, 2018:

"I extend my deepest sympathy to you all. Please take comfort that others are praying. We were neighbors and rode the school bus together."

Carol (Crow) Anderson wrote on Jul 9, 2018:

"Bev and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. "

Gary & Shirley Neumann wrote on Jul 9, 2018:

"Bev and family, we are so sad to hear of your loss. May all those good memories bring you peace and healing during this difficult time."

Andrea Holzer wrote on Jul 9, 2018:

"Bev very sorry to hear about Jerry. He was a great person. "

Diane Graf Kremer wrote on Jul 9, 2018:

"Bev I am so sorry to hear about Jerry. My thoughts are with you! ?"

Dick & Pat Buckbee wrote on Jul 9, 2018:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Bev and all the family. Jerry always had a ready smile. "

Lyman and Sue Kurth wrote on Jul 9, 2018:

"Bev and Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. "

Mardy Midler wrote on Jul 9, 2018:

"I'm so very sad, Bev and family, to hear of your loss of Jerry. May God comfort you and wrap his arms around you. My sympathy and prayers to you all."