ELKHART — Mrs. M. Corinne Ludwig, 91, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully with her family at her side at 7:25 a.m. Saturday, July 9.

She was born in St. Petersburg, Fla., April 12, 1925, to the late Alfred R. and Gertrude E. (Sparks) Sandry and then married the late Emery G. Ludwig on Jan. 18, 1945, in Clear Lake, Iowa.

Surviving are her daughter, Elizabeth "Liz" Johnson of Elkhart; sons John R. Ludwig of Tombstone, Ariz., Samuel W. (Cindy) Ludwig of Elkhart and Peter S. (Dallas) Ludwig of Altamonte Springs, Fla.; grandchildren Cassandra, Zachary, Heather, Sam, Alexandria and Solomon; and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a brother, two sisters and a great-grandchild.

In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2715 E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 16, with a visitation beginning at 2 p.m. Pastor Bryant Bacon will officiate and burial will follow at a later date in Clear Lake.

Corinne was a classy lady with a heart of gold. A loyal friend, soulmate and confidante, she fulfilled the role of mother, Gram, Grama and Gigi with grace, love and dignity. She worked many years as a general manager for a manufacturing facility until her husband's illness required her to be at his side. She was an avid animal lover and bridge player and was often referred to as classy, bright, cute and feisty. She will be sorely missed, but her presence will live on in the hearts of those who were blessed enough to have known her, and her legacy will always be part of who her family is today. Until we all meet again, you are loved and missed.

Billings Funeral Home of Elkhart has been assisting the family with the arrangements.

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