Obituary: Ladwig, Rodney Kevin

Sun., Nov. 1, 2015

LADWIG, Rodney Kevin “Lil Rod” Rodney “Lil Rod” Kevin Ladwig, age 53, passed away October 17th, 2015 in Hardin, MT.

He was born April 26th, 1962 in Long Beach, CA.

He is the son of Rod and Deana Ladwig, Otis Orchard and Johnnie Nicar of Hardin, MT.

He is survived by his wife, Ginnie of 17 years; brothers, Reese (Becky) of CO; Rory (Julia) of Seattle.

Sisters, Pam Muleahy (TJ) NY; Jinger Dittmer (John) of Spokane.

Children: Marrissa Ladwig, Marine Corps, of CA; Nicholas Ladwig, Air Force (Samantha) of Delaware; Shayna (Josh) and Katlinn of Hardin MT.

Also three grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Lil Rod will be remembered for his love of family, his faith, infectious smile, and nature’s beauty.

Cancer does not care who it takes, who it hurts!

In the end is when the most amazing thing happens.

Cancer loses its strength, grace and love wins.

Lil Rod’s message to his family, “know that my sickness and pain will soon be healed and I will stand in the presence of Jesus Christ healed and ready to serve Him face to face.”

Memorial Services were held on October 25th, 2015 at the Sunlight Ranch where Rod was employed.

Rest in Peace Lil Rod.

You will be greatly missed and will always have our love.

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