Michael Carl Ludders

April 24, 1983 - May 23, 2021

Memorial Service

Mass of Christian Burial
June 26 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church
2348 Collier Pkwy, Land O Lakes, FL 34639

Memorial
Plantation Palms Golf Club
23253 Plantation Palms Blvd., Land O Lakes, FL 34639
Food and Beverage will be provided
Please reach out to Steve Ludders if you are planning on attending

Remembrances

I was two years ahead of Mike at Kenyon, but was quickly wowed by him during MUN. Confident and persuasive but not arrogant, knowledgeable and ambitious but not nerdy or overbearing, he was a genuine team player who truly wanted everyone to succeed. He brought so much energy and enthusiasm to his passions, and gave his all to so much. Mike was so perceptive, and was always ready to offer a shoulder to those in need. He was an all-around incredible guy, an inspirational figure who brought out the best in others. I lost touch with Mike a few years after college, though I'd wonder what he was up to. This is such a sad loss to anyone who knew 'Husky.' RIP, Mike.

I recall some kind of welcome dinner in Pierce, possibly during orientation. Ludders was at my table, and although I was a little trepidatious as an embarking first-year, I remember a distinct sense of reassurance in his company... A growing realization that I'd picked my place correctly, and would be able to thrive over the next four years among my kind of merry weirdos and fellow-travelers.
He had such an open-hearted presence; a joviality that brought warmth to many. It was significant enough to me that I recalled and thanked him for that first moment during senior week, at a celebratory evening at the Cove. It felt corny to indulge my pre-nostalgia at the time, but important. I'm so glad I had the opportunity.
My deepest condolences to his family and beloved friends.

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