Donna Jean Ludtke Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Donna Jean Ludtke of Albert Lea, Minnesota, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 19, 2025 at the age of 97. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Christine Ingvaldson and Edwin Ingvaldson; her husband Arthur Ludtke; her son Paul Ludtke; her siblings, Irene Myre (Herm), Elwood Ingvaldson (Norma) and Jennelly Groe (Robert); her father-in-law Arthur Ludtke Sr. (Pearl); and her sister-in-law Marlene Behle (Roger).
She is survived by: her children, Craig Ludtke (Brenda) and Kristin Irey (Gil); her grandchildren, Mollee Tscholl (Joe), Marcus Ludtke (Jordi), Jamee Bohlen (Derek), Jacob Irey (Shannyn), Brent Ludtke, Brianna Swanberg (Christian) and Brooke Ludtke (Mike Mazzuca); her great grandchildren, Griffin, Tanner Ludtke, Nash, Nolyn Irey, Andrew, Seth, Zack Tscholl, Brooks, Ella Bohlen, William and Henry Swanberg; her sister Karen Hovde (Tom); and her daughter-in-law Kathy Ludtke.
Visitation was held on Thursday, June 5th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bonnerup Funeral and Cremation Services (2210 E Main St, Albert Lea, MN 56007). A funeral service was held on Friday, June 6th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the First Lutheran Church (301 W Clark St, Albert Lea, MN 56007).
Memorials in Donna's memory to the Peace and Power Worship Service Broadcast (https://secure.myvanco.com) and St. Johns Lutheran Home, are appreciated.
