of Paris, AR
April 12, 1950 - October 3, 2017
Ralph ''Tinker'' Ludwick, 67, of Paint Rock Community, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, October 03, 2017 in Fort Smith. He was born on April 12, 1950 in Paris to his parents Ralph Eugene and Ermal Eden (Biggs) Ludwick. He was a self-employed timber marking contractor for the U.S. Forrest Service, attended the Old Country Church at Paint Rock and was a member of the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Paris. A life-long resident of Logan County, Tinker was fondly known as the Paint Rock historian. He was a member of the Paint Rock Cemetery Committee and attended Decoration day every year. He enjoyed reading books, riding his motorcycle and horse-back riding.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph Eugene and Ermal Eden (Biggs) Ludwick, and one brother, Raymond (Curly) White.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dorothy (Cowart) Ludwick; his son, Shawn Ludwick and wife Jessica of Paris; his daughter, Tracey Ward of Paris; six grandchildren, Bobbi-Jo Ward, Jacob Ward, Melissa Ludwick, Ryan Ludwick, Braxton Pruitt and Devin Pruitt; three sisters, Elizabeth Hunt and husband Don of Danville, Martha Rollans of Fayetteville, Marilyn Kuykendall and husband George of Paris; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris
A Graveside funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, October 6, 2017 at Paint Rock Cemetery near Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Tinker Mikles, Jim Richardson, Steven Phillips, Spencer Bridges, David Sloan and Bill Young.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Paint Rock Cemetery Fund, c/o First National Bank of Paris.
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Alma Jean Hice Holloway
Friday, October 6, 2017
Deepest sympathy from my sisters and me (cousins). Praying for comfort for his daughters.
Carolyn Gilbert-Strook
Friday, October 6, 2017
Condolences to all of Tinker's family. Tinker was "one of a kind" and will be missed by many people. If he read or heard anything, especially the history of his family, he never forgot it. The many years he volunteered on the Paint Rock Cemetery Board are appreciated and should forever be remembered. My cherished memories will be of him sitting on his front porch, always ready to have a conversation about history or current events. I am so grateful the Lord took Tinker home quickly so he did not have to suffer for too long. GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU TINKER.
Joni Nason
Thursday, October 5, 2017
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our condolences. We are his cousins from Texas.
Sincerely,
Joni & Troy Nason and family
Ralph (Buster) and Liz Gilbert
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Many fond memories of Summers spent out on the mountain following Tinker around. He always looked out for me! Our sincere condolences to the entire family.
R.I.P. Cous'!
Royal and Gladys Espeseth
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Our co ndolences to Dorothy, Shawn and Tracey
Royal and Gladys Espeseth
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Our co ndolences to Dorothy, Shawn and Tracey
Harry and Sonja Fletcher
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Tinker was a landmark of the Paint Rock Community. I do not remember a decoration that the first thing we saw when we drove up was Tinker sitting on the front porch of the building. Although he did not venture very far from his roots, his reading allowed him to discuss many topics and happenings around the world. Decoration will not be the same. Tinker, you are already missed.
Steve & Angie Deck
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss, we will continue to keep your family in our prayers.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
Wanda Bowerman
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
You will be missed. Will not be able to not look to see if your on the porch.