Greetings to all 2004 campers,

I am writing to you all today with the very sad news
that George Ludcke, a fellow week 1 camper, passed
away last night. I was told he collapsed during the
game (hockey, of course) he was playing in. There
wasn't enough time to get him to the hospital to save
him.

For any campers out there that were fortunate enough
to get to know George during the first adult week of
camp like I was, you know George was a truly great
person. George had a warmth and personality that were
unlike any other. I will always remember the banter
that George, Jim and Eddie offered up to relieve
classroom sessions. He always had a smile on his face
even though he was skating on a bad ankle, always
craved better food that could be found at camp, had
pulled his groin, had been convinced to go swimming at
midnight, and had a very uncomfortable bed to look
forward to that night. Still, he was out there
Saturday morning playing in the scrimmage.

I will always cherish the time I was able to spend
with him during the drive to the Minneapolis airport
after the first week of camp finished. Although he
was thoroughly worn out from camp and had a fancy
dinner to attend to that evening, he still kept me
(and Todd Raley) entertained during the trip. He
offered up much needed and useful info for my upcoming
move to the Minneapolis area.

I will miss no longer being able to skate with George.
I know he was planning on attending the Ft. Meyers
clinic in April. I wish we could all meet there and
skate together as a memorial to him. I think that
would bring a big smile to his face.

I will keep everyone posted about funeral/memorial
service information. I am going to try to attend and
would love to see some fellow campers there.

Kristina Virtue
(805) 405-7032





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