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Beverly Ann (Johns) Ludeman
Beverly Ann (Johns) Ludeman, 93, of rural Minnesota Lake, died on December 10, 2022 at Mapleton Community Home.
A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, December 17th at 11 a.m. at Nasinec Funeral Home (789 Business Park Dr., Wells, MN 56097). Visitation begins one hour prior to services (10AM- 11AM) on Saturday. Nasinec Funeral Home in Wells is entrusted with arrangements. Please see www.nasinecfh.com to leave online condolences.
Beverly was born on October 2, 1929 to Herbert and Neva (Meinzer) Johns at her maternal grandmother’s home near Amiret, MN.
Beverly attended Tracy schools and graduated from the Mankato School of Beauty Culture in 1947 as a licensed beautician. She was crowned “Miss Tracy” in 1948. Beverly married Loren G. Ludeman on October 6, 1948 in Tracy, MN. She often said marrying Loren was the best decision of her life. They farmed near Walnut Grove for two years before moving to their current farm near Waldorf, MN. Beverly was a partner in the farm business, helping in the fields, tending a large garden, and raising four children. She was a devoted member of Zoar United Church of Christ in Waldorf. Beverly was also a member of the Up ’N Comin’ home extension club, and a dedicated volunteer with the American Red Cross.
Beverly loved people and was always interested in the activities and welfare of friends, relatives, and anyone else she knew. But beyond that, Beverly remembered and honored people by sending birthday cards and her famous two-dollar bills to commemorate those lives. She didn’t just send cards to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, but also to nephews, nieces, and their children, their grandchildren, and many friends. Every spring about two weeks before Memorial Day, she would travel to cemeteries from Waldorf and Wells to Tracy and Marshall. There she walked the uneven grounds through her 90th year to place flowers on the graves of relatives, friends, and sometimes other people she just thought had been forgotten. When asked why she made the extraordinary effort, she said it was something her mother and grandmother had done, usually with flowers from their own gardens and still calling it Decoration Day.
Beverly was an avid reader, quilter and seamstress, gardener, and an outstanding cook and baker. She enjoyed traveling, dancing, and tapping her toes to all kinds of music, but especially country music. She was known for her huge heart, hospitality, and sense of humor. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends at the family cabin on Reed’s Lake. Beverly was an exceptional homemaker and mother, creating a loving and supportive environment for her family. She was her children’s and grandchildren’s biggest fan, attending countless academic, arts and athletic events over the years, and cheering them on when they were presented with new opportunities and endeavors.
Left to cherish Beverly’s memory is the family she loved and devoted herself to. Children: Larry (Sharon Larson) Ludeman of Minneapolis; Linda (Joe) Kluender of Broomfield, CO; Layne Ludeman of rural Minnesota Lake; and Lance (Joanne) Ludeman of Maple Valley, WA. Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren: Gregory (Nanako) Ludeman and daughter Lana; Kelsey Ludeman; Elissa Ludeman; Shea (Dave Nachtweih) Kluender and daughters Zadie, Lia and Violet; Kala (Blake McDonald) Kluender; Brent (Christina) Ludeman and children Jack, Duke, and Emma; Sarah (Kyle) Stokes and son Logan; Ryan Ludeman; and nieces and nephews.
Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Loren, brother Joe Johns, nephew Paul Ludeman, and niece LoAnn (Johns) Dale.
The family would like to extend its gratitude to the staff at Mankato Clinic, Mayo Health System Mankato, Mapleton Community Home, and Heritage Place Apartments for the wonderful care and comfort that was provided to Beverly during the last few years.
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Your Mom always had a smile and kind to everyone. My Mom always look forward to her visits. Our parents had so many fun times together. They loved to go to dances and play cards. Your Mom had many great qualities -she was a great lady. Your family will truly miss her but cherish all the good memories she brought to your family.
Linda and the Ludeman family, I was so sorry to see that your mom had passed. Bev was the best! Such a sweetheart and always thoughtful and caring. I know she will be missed by so many. She was such a good friend to my mom, Helen and my aunt Darlene back in their younger years and then again after retirement when my mom moved back closer to Minn. Lake. I always enjoyed visiting with her after my mom had passed and had questions about those younger years. Thoughts and prayers for you all at the loss of dear Beverly. Hugs…. Alan and Renee Sonnek
Sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. Heaven gained a beautiful angel. She sure loved life and people and shared her love of life to many people.
Linda and Ludeman family – my deepest sympathy to all of you…..when my Mom was in the Heritage apt in Mapleton & I’d see your Mom in the hallway, we always said hello & had a nice tiny chat…..she was a very friendly lady…..may your many memories of good times with her & knowing she is with our dear Lord, help you in the coming, sad days.
Ludeman Family-my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother Beverly. Remembering her and her husband Loren -Kids Larry, Linda, Lance from 1965-68 when I taught and coached in Waldorf. Peace.
Thanks, Gordy. I appreciate the kind words. Bev had a good run until the last few months when her health took a bad turn.
I hope you and yours are well and happy, Larry
Ludeman Family-sincere condolences on the passing of your mother Beverly. I have fond memories of her and her husband Loren, Kids-Larry, Linda, Lance when I was a teacher and coach in Waldorf 1965-68. Peace.
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Bev was a beautiful, kind person and even though we lost touch over many years, I will always remember her extraordinary soul as she accepted our mother and us (Shari Polzine and family). Our thoughts and prayers.
We were neighbors across the field from Beverly and Loren. They were both such friendly and caring people. Whenever I ran into Beverly, she always stopped to chat and inquire as to how we were doing. Prayers for the family on the loss of this wonderful woman.
Linda, I’m sincerely sorry to hear of your mother’s passing, she was a very beautiful person. You and family will be comforted with all the special memories that will warm your heart when needed.
Upon hearing of your mother’s passing it sure brought back a lot of fond childhood memories of the times our families spent together. ~ Sam
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Thanks, Sam and Pam. Many good memories!
I took fuel oil to your mom’s home for many years. She was such a nice person and always “neat as a pin” and her home also.
You have my sincere condolences.
Jim Bollmann (Oil)
Thanks, Jim!
Sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great lady and cared about others. I have wonderful memories of our two families spending time together. She even helped make oyster stew after mom had passed. Remember the good times.
To the Ludemans – My deepest condolences to each of you. Bev was one of a kind. Always a smile, a friendly word and a caring heart. She lived her values and instilled those in others. She will be greatly missed by many; myself included.
Oh if we could all have a little Bev in us!
She is the person who talked about Jesus at Sunday School,and made me love him,because she was so tender and represented him so beautifully.
Cherish her in your hearts always.
Thanks, Brenda! Bev thought a lot of your family, and she loved the voices of Ann and Brenda leading the church in song!