"Gene Ludwig passed away on Wednesday July 14, 2010. He has joined his beloved organist brothers in lasting peace. He was the love of my life." Pattye Ludwig "Gene always plays the organ like it's supposed to be played.. He's a fine player and does it the correct way! - Dr. Lonnie Smith
"Gene's hung in there like the rest of us have. He's a very good player, a good-hearted guy, and the man can play!" - Jimmy McGriff
"We've been playing together for years and years... A nice fella and he's a good musician!" - Jack McDuff