James Michael Ohlert Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Michael Ohlert (Armada, Michigan), who passed away on December 23, 2025, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lambert Ohlert and Betty Ohlert (Medberry); his son Jody Straubel; his siblings, Julie Ann Kiligian, Patrick Ohlert and Robert Ohlert; and his nephew Bryan Schalau.

He is survived by: his wife Louise; his sons, Christopher Ohlert (Carolyn), James Straubel (Paula) and Jason Straubel (Mary); his daughter-in-law Staci Straubel; his grandchildren, Peyton, Kaley, Christopher, Katrina, Haley, Josephine, Samuel, Anthony, Brooke, Bryce, Jenevieve, Braelynn and Karly; his great grandchildren, Zayne and Presley; his siblings, Michael Ohlert and Bonnie Bowman; and his daughter-in-law Jami Lawson.

Memorial contributions would be appreciated to the American Cancer Foundation or American Kidney Fund.