Linda Tufts Ladwig
June 30, 1951 ~ March 19, 2017
ROCKY MOUNT - Linda Tufts Ladwig, age 65, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2017. Born in Chicago, Illinois on June 30, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Orin Tufts and Marie Gill Tufts.
Linda was a Northwestern Wesley Nursing School graduate in Chicago, IL. She worked as a registered nurse for eight years including respiratory intensive care at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Linda was instrumental in the restoration of the Rocky Mount Imperial Center for the Arts Sciences and she was a founding member of the Tar River Chapter of Embroiderers Guild of America. A member of the Japanese Needlework Guild of Rocky Mount and Chapel Hill, Linda was skilled in Japanese embroidery and her needlework was on display at Rocky Mount Imperial Center and at the Dunn Center. Linda was the president of Nash-Rocky Mount Medical Auxiliary and President of the Funds Investment Club in Rocky Mount. She was a dedicated member of First Presbyterian Church and served on many church committees. Outside of nursing and her civic duties, she also enjoyed oil painting, bicycling, kayaking, and working in her garden. Linda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister and will be missed by all who knew her.
Linda leaves behind to cherish her memory, husband, Dr. Stephen H. Ladwig; son, Jason Foster Ladwig; and daughters, Juliana Marie Ladwig Soin and Elizabeth Ann Ladwig. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Cole Gabriel Ladwig, Noelle Olivia Ladwig, and Kira Marie Soin; her brother, Thomas Tufts; her sister, Donna McGraw; her two nephews, Tony Tufts and Adam Tufts; and her three nieces, Carolyn McGraw, Annie McGraw, and Maura McGraw.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 11:00 AM at First Presbyterian Church, 153 N. Church Street, Rocky Mount with Pastor Chris Beradi officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions be made in honor of Linda to First Presbyterian Church, 153 N. Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Dear Ladwig family, Linda has left behind a legacy of love and a joy of life that is more beautiful than most people ever experience. Allan and the Barker family join me in sending our most sincere sympathies and love. Susan
Dr. Ladwig, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jo Turnage
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Ladwig Family – Tiffany and I were so sorry to hear about Linda’s passing. We still fondly remember the lovely pre-wedding shower that she arranged for us many years ago. We are saddened by her loss and our prayers are with you. All of thoughts – Tiffany and Brad Buchanan
Stephen and family Michael, Hunter and I send our love and heartfelt sympathy. Lovely Linda. Sarah Warden, Mike Kushner, and Hunt Kushner
Linda was a talented painter and needle-worker with a loving personality. Rest in peace Linda.
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Dear Stephen and family, We are shocked and saddened about Linda’s passing. She was a very special woman who was bright, vibrant, devoted to family and friends, talented and giving in so many ways. She will be missed. Brick Row will not be the same without her smiling face. Prayers and comfort be with you. Ann and Bob Musser
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I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Linda Tufts Ladwigs. The bible tells us we can gain comfort from God, especially during times of sorrow. We pray to our heavenly father for help to cope with the sorrow felt from the death of a loved one. By prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus. Philippians 46 May you find comfort by relying on our heavenly father and learning more about the blessings of God’s kingdom. Local ministry volunteer
Am so sorry to hear about her passing. She was beautiful and very sensitive and caring. At one time in the late sixties we were the best of friends. I’ve thought of her often over the past 50+ years. Goodbye Linda.