Mary R. Ludlow

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Mary R. Ludlow, 89, of Plainfield, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2010.

She was born December 1, 1920 in Stilesville to the late Cleo and Edith Whitaker.

Mrs. Ludlow was a homemaker and member of the Stilesville Christian Church. Others memberships include the social helpers with the church, Stilesville Order of Eastern Star and the women's and mixed bowling leagues.

Survivors include her husband Chester Ludlow; daughter Jane Ann Sharp-Smith; stepson Harry Ludlow; stepdaughter Beth Risk; brothers in-law Leon and Morris Buis; sisters in-law Emma Kay Gorham, Ella Rarridon, Virginia Buis, Blanche Stubblefield and Vera Jean Davis; nine grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and special friend Kenny Ames.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Buis and a brother, Elmer Whitaker.

Visitation will be Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. in Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home. Private burial will be Friday in Stilesville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church. Online condolences may be sent to the Ludlow family at www.hamptongentry.com.