SCPO Frank Barrington Ludwig, USN (Ret.) of Lexington Park, MD age 74, passed away on July 6, 2014 at Hospice House of St. Mary's in Callaway, MD.

Born on July 1, 1940, in Wilmington, DE he was preceded in death by son, Ray; father and mother Francis Earl and Nadine Allison Ludwig; and sister Jo Justis.

On August 23, 1974, he married his beloved wife, Zoraida (Zody) Quinones Ludwig in Puerto Rico. They celebrated 40 wonderful years of marriage.

Frank proudly served in the United States Navy from 1958 until his retirement in 1984 as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. Upon retirement, he was employed for many years as a project manager at Veridian. With his extensive military career, Frank travelled many places all over the world, including Florida, California, Virginia, and -- his favorite -- Puerto Rico.

Frank's greatest pride and joy was his family. In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his children: Deborah Buchanan of Fairfax, VA, Frances Kness (Nick) of Warner Robins, GA, and Lydia Steede (Bill) of Great Mills, MD; siblings: Frankie Reynolds of Perryville, AR, Joan Walker of Wilmington, DE, Connie Taylor of Parksley, VA, John Ludwig of Wilmington, DE, and Rege Ludwig (Janet) of Palm Desert, CA; 10 grandchildren: Victoria Corder (Jimmy), Kayla Barosio, Zachary Buchanan, Deandra Wright, Jade Wright, Simone Wright, Marshall Wright, Bridgette Buchanan, Cameron Steede, and Kendyl Steede; one great granddaughter, Zoraida Corder; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.

Frank enjoyed bowling, golfing, singing, whistling, and dancing. He was a beautiful dancer; as a teenager regularly appeared on American Bandstand. He was the king of grilling the perfect steak. Helping people was always important; he was always ready to offer a helping hand to others. He was a past member of the Mason's and an active member of the Lexington Park Lions Club for many years, serving two terms as President and Secretary of the Lions Club.

A Memorial Service will be celebrated by Reverend John Ball on Friday, July 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 47477 Trinity Church Road, St. Mary's City, MD 20686. Interment will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA.

Flowers will be gratefully accepted, or donations may be made to Hospice House of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.