Allen Morris Ludlow

There are never enough words to describe the loss of a loved one. “My Dad” Allen M. Ludlow, of 88 years young of mind and heart passed away during his sleep May 27, 2014 in Corvallis, Oregon, after a lengthy illness. He was born January 13, 1926 in McCook, Nebraska. The Ludlow Family was born and raised in McCook, Nebraska, starting through 1909 with Allen being the last born in 1926. All their children attended the United Methodist Church in McCook, Nebraska. Grandma Lois Ludlow instilled upon her children the gift of patience and understanding; building a foundation of unconditional love by the entire Ludlow Family. At a very young age Allen started hunting and fishing with his dad and brothers. This culminated in a lifelong enjoyment in Nebraska and Oregon. Allen attended McCook High School, Class of 1944. Inducted into U.S. Army, June 17, 1944 at Ft. Logan, Colorado and Honorably Discharged at Ft. Douglas, Utah; May 16, 1946. Allen served as Staff Sargent, 25th Reconnaissance Troup Mechanized, leading troops on the Island of Luzon. His World War II Army Uniform though tattered and worn, reflects the medals of his service that he rarely mentioned and humbly acknowledged. Decorations and Citations include Sharpshooter, Asiatic Pacific Theater Service, Philippine Liberation, Good Conduct, Victory and Bronze Stars from the different military operations. After leaving the Army, he found his way to Oregon, joined his brother Chester Ludlow and started painting residential and commercial buildings throughout Oregon’s Willamette Valley. In 1956 he was hired by the State of Oregon Fish & Wildlife Department and started a career at Roaring River Fish Hatchery then moved to the Alsea Trout Hatchery. He stated that his most favorite time of life was raising a family in the Alsea community. Some of his favorite memories were fishing trips on the Alsea River, fishing for Steelhead with his buddies Ermie Walter and Andy Landforce. When he retired in 1984 after 28 years of OFW he moved to Yachats/Waldport community and started his third favorite hobby; wood working with Myrtle wood. With his hands, he created beautiful tables, bowls and clocks of artisan quality. Those close to him throughout his years have enjoyed his great sense of humor and love of pranks. Allen was preceded in death: Lois and Charles Ludlow (Mother/Father), Marian Carroll Ludlow (Alsea/Corvallis, Oregon,) his son Morris L. and daughter in law Debra Ludlow (Alsea, Oregon), and Kay Gleason Ludlow (Yachats/Waldport, Oregon). His siblings preceded before him are: Thelma L. Simons, Doris B. Ludlow, Chester B. Ludlow, Virginia C. Cassell, Maxine M. King and Kenneth B. Ludlow. His losses of loved ones he carried with him deeply and privately. Allen is survived by his brother Stanley L. Ludlow (North Bend, Oregon), daughter, “CJ” Carol J. Ludlow-Nordyke, her husband John M. Nordyke and Grandpa’s greatest treasure; grand-daughter “Jesse” Jessica C. Nordyke (Corvallis, Oregon). My dad shared life lessons regarding the honor of your word while quietly giving me a deep source of strength. Teaching by example; to lend a helping hand, to keep moving forward and to be kind. Most importantly, he gave unconditional love to his family, giving us the greatest testimony of his life. He is dearly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 21st at McHenry Funeral Home.

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Allen Morris Ludlow

January 13, 1926 - May 27, 2014