Sloan D. Ladwig Obituary (1960 - 2026)

Sloan D. Ladwig, age 66, of Erie, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026. He was born in Utica, NY on April 7, 1960, son of the late Harman A. and Velma Rae Wahlman Ladwig. Sloan was a 1977 graduate of Whitesboro High School in Utica and attended Michigan Tech and SUNY Potsdam and Fredonia, studying in their Music Program. He was 2nd trombone with the Erie Philharmonic for 30 years. Sloan also enjoyed gardening. He was a member of Wesleyville Baptist Church where he sang in the choir. Sloan is survived by his son, Max B. Ladwig of Erie; a brother, James of New South Wales; two nieces, Jaslyn and Jordan; and two nephews, Ian and Elijah. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Keith Ladwig. Private services are being handled by the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Memorial contributions may be made to the North Coast Brass, 4121 Alan Drive, Erie, PA 16510. Condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhomes.com.