Obituaries

Tommy Ludington

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Celebration of Life

Jerry Hatfield

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Tommy Ludington, 71, of Powersville, Missouri, died in an accident at his home on Thursday, May 4, 2023.

Thomas Glen Ludington was born in Sewal, Iowa, on March 23, 1952, the son of Robert James and Erma (Gatrel) Ludington. He attended school in Sewal and graduated from Seymour (Iowa) High School. Tommy began driving a truck at the age of 16 and continued driving until his death. He owned and operated his own truck and drove out of Brookfield Fab for many years. He was a popular driver among his peers and had friends across the United States. Tommy often drove to the east coast every week. Tommy never met a stranger and

Tommy married Robbie Fuller in Newton, Iowa, on September 23, 1983. He liked to collect old semi-trucks and old cars, working to restore them along with his brother Bobby. He liked to fish and had recently purchased an RV to travel. He was always happy and considered a good man by all who knew him. He will be sadly missed.

Tommy is survived by his wife Robbie; and his children, Michael Ludington, and Anthony Pearson of Powersville, Missouri; and a daughter, Brandy Pearson of Hannibal, Missouri. He is also survived by six grandchildren and his mother Erma Ludington of Sewal, Iowa, as well as brother, Logan Ludington also of Sewal.

Tommy was preceded in death by his father Robert, and his brother, Bobby.

Tommy’s wish was to be cremated. Services are pending. Contact Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home in Unionville at 660)9472200 for more information.

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A Celebration of Life for Jerry Hatfield, 81, of Centerville, Iowa, will be at Omaha Baptist Church on Saturday, May 20, at 11:00 am. There will be no visitation. Inurnment will be at the McCune Cemetery. Memorials to the family. Contact Playle & Collins Family Funeral Home for more information, 660)9472200.

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