Over the Wire

We honor Richard Marshall Ludwig who was a member of TAPPI since 1954 and TAPPI Fellow since 1990. He passed away on December 19, 2019. We extend our sympathy and condolences to his families, colleagues and friends.

Richard had a proclivity for leadership throughout his career. He was Vice President of Engineering and Logistics at International Paper Co., long-time executive with Hammermill Paper Co., and former chairman of the Membership and Gifts & Bequests Committees of the University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation.

Ludwig’s leadership expertise also earned him accolades from TAPPI. He was elected a TAPPI Fellow and is a recipient of the Leadership and Service Award.

Richard Marshall Ludwig will be missed but remembered for his legacy.

Memorial contributions may be made to the University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation Scholarship Fund, 5737 Jenness Hall, Orono, Maine 04469-5737, or to the Williamsburg Landing, Inc. Benevolence Fund, contact Sally P. Wolfe or call at 757-253-0303.

Full obituary: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/williamsburg-va/richard-ludwig-8969873