Louis David Ludeman, 64, of Kenosha, WI, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital.He was born April 26, 1960, in Fort Atkinson, WI to David and Jeanne (Wickingson) Ludeman. He attended St. John’s Lutheran in Beloit, WI through eighth grade and was a cub scout and participated in the box car derby with his father. He graduated from Beloit Memorial High School and participated in basketball and the swim team. He furthered his education at Blackhawk Technical College in auto mechanics, in Janesville, WI. He also played guitar in a band.He married the love of his life, Sheryl Kaderly, on October 3, 1981, at St. John’s Lutheran in Beloit, WI. Their wonderful son, Justin, was born in 1983. Louis worked for Woodman’s Food Market since he was 16 in 1976. He and his family then moved to Kenosha, WI so he could manage the Woodman’s store that opened in 1997.In his spare time, Louis enjoyed woodworking, playing guitar, sewing quilts, watching the sunrise over Lake Michigan, and driving his Pontiac Firebird that he purchased as a high school senior. Louis is survived by his wife, Sheryl; son, Justin Louis (Amy) Ludeman; mother, Jeanne Ludeman; in-laws, Clarence and Carol Kaderly; siblings, Kathleen (Jack) Fiedler and Daniel (Jenny) Ludeman; nieces and nephews, Kristine (Brian) Thomas, Matthew (Brittney) Pankhurst, Jacob (Janelle) Ludeman, and Luke (Jenni) Ludeman, and great nieces and nephews, Mazlyn and Owen Thomas, Weston and Kamden Pankhurst, and Abigail Ludeman.He is preceded in death by his father, David Russell Ludeman.Memorial visitation for Louis will be held at Proko Funeral Home on Friday, January 3, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. until the time of service at 3:30 p.m. Interment will be held privately. Out of respect for the family, if you are feeling sick, we ask that you stay home instead of attending.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Louis’ Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Dan Ludeman
January 6, 2025
Louie is a great Big Brother. He was fun to grow up with and lived his life to be an example that others could follow. I will always remember ruff-housing on Sunday afternoons and being told to take it outside. Or recalling old stories and laughing for hours as we though back on our childhood. I love you and will see you in Glory.
Carol Ludeman Connors
January 2, 2025
Louie was my wonderful, strong and humorous nephew. I shall miss him greatly. At Christmas he would text a greeting and a picture of his lawn decoration. I have all his texts from 2021 through 2024. Touching memories.
Brenda Kosman
December 30, 2024
Always appreciated Louie’s honesty and his willingness to share his faith in Christ. I will always smile when I think of him and his beautiful wife and the friendship shared with them. Heavenly Father please bring peace & comfort to all Louie’s loved ones. Jesus name amen
Anna Turner
December 29, 2024
R I P Louis and thanks sir for the incredible memories. To Cheryl and Justin I wish you healing love and keep the memories of Louis alive. He was a true leader and a great manager. Until we meet again, I hope you feel no pain and enjoy nothing but love.
John Russell
December 29, 2024
Louie always treated his employees equally and was always there when you had a question or a concern. Very well mannered and down to earth person, if you knew Louie you knew Louie then you know exactly what I’m talking about. Excellent leader and role model. He will be missed.