William Wirt Ludwick, Jr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

William “Wirt” Ludwick, Jr. passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021. He was 84. Wirt as they called him was a native of Galveston, TX (BOI-Born on the Island) and was a resident of Harahan, LA. Wirt Transferred from Galveston to Beaumont and finally to the Nola area in 1964 where he served as Vice President of H.E. Schurig & Co., of LA a Shipping Company. During his career Wirt had many other successful ventures as well, such as a Messenger/Courier service, Cotton Collateral Company and a Steamship Co. Wirt had a zest for life like no other. He was a Texan at heart but a Louisianian in Spirit later referred to as a Texass! He was an avid Outdoorsman and Saints Fan (50 yr. Season Ticket Holder). He was a man’s man who loved God, Country and Family. He was a multifaceted individual to say the very least. Smart, Witty, Charming and Giving with a Heart of Gold often to a Fault. He mentored and helped a vast number of people throughout his life. He will be deeply missed by his Family Friends and everyone else that was blessed to have known him. Beloved father of Yvonne Eiffert, Raphael and Michael Ludwick and the late Teri Hunt. Son of the Late Effie Moore and William Wirt Ludwick, Sr. Brother of the late Diane Simmons. Also, survived by 12 Grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Funeral Services at L.A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home, 2607 Williams Blvd., Kenner on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Visitation from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 AM. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.muhleisen.com

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William Wirt Ludwick, Jr.

June 28, 1936 - June 24, 2021