Elaine Ludovici (1939-2025)

Elaine Ludovici, 86, of Baden, passed away peacefully on September 23rd, 2025. She was born on June 3rd, 1939, a daughter of the late Alice and Oscar Bittner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years, Dominick Ludovici. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Cindy (Keith) Kristek, eight cherished grandchildren: Samantha (Matt) Lesak, Elijah (Caitie) Kristek, Ezekiel (Katie) Kristek , Jordan (Nikki) Kristek, Caleb Kristek , Phoebe Kristek , Malachi Kristek , and Celeste (Logan) Evagues; along with four great-grandchildren: Oliver, Alice, Emma, and Iris, her sister and best friend, Barbara Harsch, her brother, Robert Bittner, her sister-in-law, MaryJane Ferret, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Elaine found joy in sewing, quilting, gardening, and crocheting. She will be fondly remembered by many preschool children for the hats and mittens she lovingly made for them. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and staff at Beaver Valley Rehab and Nursing and Seven Oaks Hospice for the compassionate care they provided.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 11th at 10 a.m. at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Interment will be private at Saint James Cemetery, 417 Water Works, Sewickley. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street,  Ambridge.

Memorial contributions may be made in Elaine’s name to the Saint Vincent de Paul Fund.