Reid William Ludwig stabbing: Tributes flow for Taroona father
UPDATED: A close friend of stabbing victim Reid Ludwig has remembered the devoted father as a man who loved life and was “always up for a laugh”.
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SHOCKED friends and former schoolmates have paid tribute to Reid Ludwig describing him as a “really genuine and fun loving young man”.
The Taroona father of two was fatally stabbed in front of his young family at a Blackmans Bay service station on Sunday.
Hutchins School Old Boys Association president Barrie Irons said the school community were “deeply shocked” by the news.
“Our heart goes out to his family,” Mr Irons said
“He and his brother Blair attended Hutchins and his dad Dr Jim is a very highly regarded former longstanding member of our staff.
“Reid was a really genuine and fun loving young man.
“He always looked out for his friends and frequently helped his mates see the lighter side of life. His sense of humour was special.
“A tragic end to a family man in the prime of life.”
Dr Jim Ludwig served at the school for 30 years and retired in 2007.
Mr Irons said the association’s thoughts and prayers were with Mr Ludwig’s family and friends.
A very close mate, who asked not to be named because of his occupation, said Mr Ludwig would be remembered for “his love of life, sense of adventure and genuine, unbridled love for his friends and family”.
“A better mate you wouldn’t find,” he said.
“He was one of the funniest bastards I’d ever met.
“He was always up for a laugh and was the life of most parties.”
The man said Mr Ludwig was a much-loved member of the crossfit community for a number of years before stepping away to spend more time with his son and daughter.
“You only needed to look at his Facebook page to know his children were always his number one priority,” he said.
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Anne-Marie Cate of AM’s Body Art said: “RIP Reid William Ludwig, taken too soon, I only met you a few times when you came into my shop, but you were a very kind person with a good nature. Am so sorry for the family, his kids, partner,”
Kingborough mayor Dean Winter has added his condolences.
“Our thoughts are with Mr Ludwig’s family and friends during this difficult time,” Cr Winter said.
“The whole community is shocked and saddened by this tragedy.
“Kingborough has a low crime rate and we all are appalled that something like this has happened in our community.
“I have spoken with Tasmania Police this morning and we understand this was an altercation that escalated very quickly with tragic consequences.”
An Education Department spokesman said: “The Department has in place appropriate supports and counselling arrangements for all students and staff affected by this incident.”
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