Joan M. Ludwig Benze Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joan M. Ludwig Benze of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, who passed away on September 22, 2025 at the age of 90. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Joan has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Earl R. Painter and Ellamirl Painter (Detweiler); her husband Robert Ludwig Sr.; and her sons, Barry Ludwig and Robert Ludwig, Jr..
She is survived by: her daughters, Christy Ludwig Keen and Stephanie Ludwig Mellinger of Newville; and her siblings, George Painter of Manheim and Judy Painter Kern of Carlisle. She is also survived by seven granddaughters, nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made in Joan's name to the Salvation Army, 20 East Pomfret Street, Carlisle, PA 17013.
