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Phillip M. Ludi, a third generation Ludi, and son of John and Cecilia Ludi of Las Vegas, New Mexico, passed away on Sunday, August 22, 2010 in Albuquerque. His Grandfather, Jacob Luede, came to the United States from Switzerland in 1884. Mr. Ludi had three children, Phillip Jr., Margaret (Margie), and Darwin. He leaves behind his loving wife of two decades Dale Carter Ludi; daughter Margie; son Darwin; and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren most of whom are living in New Mexico, California and Nevada. Phillip was preceded in death by his son, Phillip Jr.; sister Annie Mares; and his brothers Johnny, Eddie, Luis, William Sr. and Eloy. Mr. Ludi began his work career as a newspaper boy for the Las Vegas Optic and Albuquerque Journal. He delivered newspapers until he graduated from high school. With a B.A. and M.A. from New Mexico Highlands University, Phillip went on to employment as an elementary teacher, elementary principal, and Superintendent of the West Las Vegas School System. He was elected San Miguel County Representative for two years and served as Majority Whip for the House and Chairman of the Education Committee. He also served on the New Mexico Mounted Patrol and the San Miquel sheriff's posse for many years. Mr. Ludi was very proud of playing a pivotal role in establishing the West Las Vegas High School. Among the school's graduates can be counted legal, medical, and educational leaders making contributions in communities throughout New Mexico and the country. Additional educational accomplishments included, but were not limited to, being appointed Superintendent of the Belen school system, Director of Guidance and Counseling for Bernalillo Public Schools, Director General of the American School in Quito Ecuador, Director of Schools: United Chiquita Brands in Costa Rica, Administrator in the San Jose Unified School System with Lillian Barna, Educational Consultant for San Jose State University, and Bilingual Program Reviewer for the State Department of Education in California. Non educational involvement included being appointed the Director of the Census in Santa Clara County, California, and becoming the first New Mexico Housing Coordinator for AARP. He served as Chairman of the Lovelace Senior Foundation, Chairman of the Ser de New Mexico Board of Directors, Chairman of the Region III Housing Authority Board of Directors, Housing Chairman for the New Mexico Hispanic Council on Aging, and Chairman of the New Mexico State Agency Award Committee (Glorietta Conference) for many years. Phillip was a member of the Board of Directors Esperanza de Joaquin, City of Albuquerque Safety Board, New Mexico total Community Care Advisory Board (PACE), and Sandia Department of Energy Citizens Advisory Committee. Mr. Ludi was a delegate to the National White House Council on Aging, and volunteer bailiff for the Albuquerque Metropolitan Court. Phillip Ludi's long, rich life was spent serving the educational community and fellow seniors, his most recent recognition included receiving of the Martin Luther King Award in 1992, and being inducted into the Senior Hall of Fame in 2006. Great appreciation is extended to those who attended Mr. Ludi during the years he was a resident at the Montebello on Academy. Special recognition goes to his team of hospice caregivers from AMBERCARE who maintained his final days of comfort and dignity and provided emotional support for family. Condolences are welcome and can be e-mailed to Phillip's widow and other family members at: www.remembertheirstory.com. French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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