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Nancy Joan Bauer Ludlow, 87, passed away on July 23rd, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, warmth, and unwavering community spirit. Born in D.C. and raised in Arlington during the Great Depression, she learned early the value of perseverance and found joy in music, friendship, and cheerleading. A Pentagon secretary during the Cuban Missile Crisis, she witnessed history firsthand—before meeting her husband Buzzy after a bus mishap that sparked a lifelong love story. As a devoted mom to four kids and a rising professional at Landmark Systems, she balanced career and family with grace, always putting others first. Known for her radiant generosity, she became a beloved “surrogate grandma,” welcomed everyone into her home, and anchored her faith through deep church involvement after Buzzy’s passing. Nancy didn’t just live life—she made it feel like family.

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