Elaine Ludovici

Elaine Ludovici, 86, of Baden, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025. Born to the late Alice and Oscar Bittner, Elaine was also 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; and four great-grandchildren, Oliver, Alice, Emma, and Iris. She also leaves behind her sister and best friend, Barbara Harsch; her brother, Robert Bittner; 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 11, 2025, at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church (formerly Good Samaritan), 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Interment will be private at Saint James Cemetery, Sewickley.

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