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Wayne Merwyn Ludwig

June 11, 1940 - March 17, 2015

In Loving Memory Wayne Merwyn Ludwig Wayne Merwyn Ludwig was born the son of William “Bill” and Anna Lorene (Brown) Ludwig on Tuesday, June 11, 1940 in Wichita, Kansas. Wayne’s family moved to Portland where he attended the local schools and graduated from Washington High School in 1958. Upon graduation he joined the U.S. Navy where he served with the Submarine Service. He was honorably discharged in 1960. Wayne’s main occupation throughout the years was working as a truck driver. Wayne was mesmerizing as he sang songs with his beautiful baritone voice. He loved to make people laugh with his never ending jokes and responses. His laughter and smile were contagious. Wayne loved his family and very much enjoyed the time that he was able to spend with them. He will be deeply missed. On Tuesday, March 17, 2015, Wayne Merwyn Ludwig died at a local care facility when he was seventy-four years, nine months and six days of age. Surviving and left to honor his life are: three daughters, Tracy Perry of Beaverton, Tanya Storer-Rhodelander and her husband Dale of Cocoa Beach, Florida and Kristan Shobe and her husband Mark of Bend; two sisters, MaryEvelyn Varney and her husband Jay and Sheryl Kerr and her husband Tom all of Gresham; two aunts, Eloise Pope of Oklahoma and Juanita Langenberg and her husband Harold of Australia; six grandchildren; one great granddaughter; numerous nieces and nephews; numerous great nieces and nephews; three great-great niece and nephews and those who have come to know and appreciate him where he has lived and worked. His father William “Bill” and mother Lorene preceded him in death. Private Committal Services were held at Willamette National Cemetery, Portland. Arrangements are in the care of Attrell’s Newberg Funeral Chapel, a Golden Rule Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.attrells.com

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In Loving Memory Wayne Merwyn Ludwig Wayne Merwyn Ludwig was born the son of William “Bill” and Anna Lorene (Brown) Ludwig on Tuesday, June 11, 1940 in Wichita, Kansas. Wayne’s family moved to Portland where he attended the... View Obituary & Service Information

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