Gordon Floyd Ludlow passed away on April 15, 2022, at the age of 95. He was born May 27, 1926 to parents Floyd and Violet Ludlow. He married Joan Hales in the Salt
Lake Temple on November 20, 1950. Gordon was a devoted husband and father who loved his wife Joan and his 7 children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and the many friends he had.
He attended school in Spanish Fork, Utah and graduated in 1944. He enlisted in the Navy right after high school and after his training he was sent to San Pedro, CA for his assignment in the Navy as a Signalman. He developed a great love and respect for his country, especially at this time. He was proud to have served in the Navy and when he returned from the service he enjoyed working with the American Legion putting the names of Veteran’s on the Memorial Wall in Spanish Fork. He was also on the committee that designed the War Memorial that is in the Benjamin Cemetery.
He worked for 30 years with Geneva Steel as a Draftsman in the Design and Engineering Dept. After retiring from Geneva he went to work for BYU in the Paint and Sign Shop, and retired after 15 years of service.
Gordon loved all his jobs and had some wonderful talents. He liked commercial art and liked to letter and pinstripe cars and trucks. He had a deep interest in Remote Control Model Airplanes and attended many model events in Las Vegas and St. George. He also loved his motorcycles, scooters, and anything with a motor. He liked to build different projects and built many things to display at the County Fair in Spanish Fork. Gordon had a special love and talent for music. He played the guitar, banjo, and harmonica. He loved to go to all the concerts in town and played his musical instruments for anyone that would listen.
Gordon is survived by his 7 children, Brent (Jane) Ludlow, Verlene (Rod) Hunsaker, Tami (Chuck) Anderson, Rodney Ludlow (Jeff Love), Janalee (Brad) Waters, Shauna (Ron) Pulver, Gregg (Wendy) Ludlow. He is also survived by 20 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Wife Joan, Sister Bonnie Ann Christianson, brother Marlynn J, along with his sons in law Brad Waters and Rod Hunsaker and daughter in law Jane Ludlow.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the LDS church building, 353 East 400 North, Spanish Fork, Utah. Family and friends may attend a visitation on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. located at Walker Funeral Home, 187 South Main Street, Spanish Fork, Utah and again on Wednesday from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Interment will be at the Spanish Fork City Cemetery.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Bellaview Care Center in Lehi and Canyon Hospice for their tender love and care for Dad.
6 Condolences for Gordon Floyd Ludlow
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Judy Robinson Spencer says
April 15, 2022 at 10:35 pmDear Rodney & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May God Bless,
Tom Hodgson says
April 18, 2022 at 8:45 pmTo the entire Ludlow family, I’m deeply saddened to learn about Gordon’s passing. Growing up, the Ludlow home was always a fun place to be! I have many fond memories from the old neighborhood. I send you my heartfelt condolences and sympathy. I pray that you will be comforted at this very difficult time.
Marla Carrasco says
April 18, 2022 at 10:49 pmOur family sends condolences for your loss. Our dad, Mike Carrasco carpooled with your dad to BYU for several years. Our dad always had great respect for yours. They laughed a lot. Sincerely, Mike Carrasco family
Natalie says
April 19, 2022 at 4:24 amGordon was a neighbor to my grandparents. He was always so nice to my siblings and I. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Natalie Wing Hedges says
April 19, 2022 at 4:25 amGordon was a neighbor to my grandparents. He was always so nice to my siblings and I. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Natalie Marshall says
April 27, 2022 at 10:58 pmGordon was my neighbor. He was the first to welcome me into the neighborhood. Thoughts and prayers with you all.
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