Olof Ohberg Obituary

OHBERG, Olof Olof Ernst Ohberg of Cumming, 74, died April 25, 2019. He was born in Selma, AL, the eldest son of the late Olof and Reba (Alexander) Ohberg. Olof is survived by his wife Marian Ohberg and her siblings in the Netherlands and the USA. Also surviving are his brothers Kurt Ohberg and his wife Jeanne of Atlanta and Nils Ohberg and his wife Pamela of Marietta. Olof was a unique man with many hobbies. He loved to dive and traveled the world to observe marine life and shipwrecks. He was a student of history and participated in Civil War re-enactments. He loved his cats. Memorial contributions may made to the Humane Society of Forsyth County.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on May 19, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Olof Ohberg

14 Entries

June 26, 2019

I met Olof almost 40 years ago when I married his brother Kurt. Over the years we shared some fun times together. The Highland Scottish Games at Stone Mountain where he was always dressed so handsomely in his great kilt and bonnet. The Civil War reenacting events where he taught me to do the box step waltz at a ball. Target shooting was fun and I got to watch him show his skills in a competitive shooting event and he was awesome. He also taught me how to shoot a bow and arrow. He helped me purchase a cowboy pistol and rifle which I have enjoyed shooting over the years.
He entertained us with videos of he and Marian scuba diving which was so exciting.

I always held Olof in such high esteem. He was one of the brightest and cleverest persons I have ever known.

I know it seems his light has gone out but we still have the lovely memories of the times we shared and when I visit those memories that light shines brightly again.

I am sad that you are not here with us but happy that I had the opportunity to share a part of your life.

You will be missed and always loved.

Jeanne Ohberg

June 14, 2019

Well, it's taken a while for me to get up to writing this. My brother's passing has left an unfillable hole in my mind; I still think of my brothers when family matters come to mind. Being five years older than I, Olof and I moved in different worlds when I was growing up, but he was still a big part of my life, whether riding herd on my older brother, Kurt and I, in the house or having my back if I got into a bad situation outside. As we came to connect as adults, my fondest memories are going shooting with him (he introduced me to the 600yd range) and our many discussions/arguments over history, gun rights/control, and myriad other topics. He was one of the more strongly opinionated people I have known, but always had cogent reasons for believing what he did. He also had one of the quickest wits going. To say I miss him is hardly saying anything at all. Rest in peace, biggest bruddah.
Nils Ohberg

June 3, 2019

Olof and I met at a Dutch-American officers' party on June 3, 1972, when Marian, whom I had met several months earlier, introduced me to him and her younger sister, who later become my bride. Olof and I had much in common he was a couple of years ahead of me in our short military careers, but we both graduated from Field Artillery Officer Candidate School, were both posted to Germany, had the same job (separated by a few years) on the same Dutch Air Force base. We could understand and share each other's experiences of that time and then later in our overlapping lives.

One of my fondest memories with Olof was when he and Marian came out to visit us soon after we moved to Denver. Late in the evening, after everyone else had gone to bed, we took out a box of Trivial Pursuit cards and drew them one-by-one. After reading each question on a card, we proceeded to discuss each of the answers, sometimes in extensive detail, occasionally wandering into other topics. His knowledge of history was impressive. We stayed up until 2am, enjoying the interchange of knowledge about subjects that came at random.

Well, my brother-in-law and my brother-in-arms, tot ziens I'll be seeing you later.

Marleen Pavloff

May 29, 2019

When I think of Olof, I smile. Without a doubt, he was the most intelligent person I ever met but he never made me feel inadequate or insecure. I love how patient he was. I always got a kick out of his many hobbies and how he completely emerged himself in those. He was never done educating himself. Such an interesting man.

I will miss his laugh and his beautiful warm eyes. Love you, dear brother-in-law.

Marleen

lamar mcdougal

May 26, 2019

I was born an only child, But if I had a brother I could only hope that he would have been like Olof.

He was a true friend and he will be deeply missed. We shared many of the same hobbies and interest but our friendship was far more than all of those things added together.

He was a true renaissance man in an era that does not fully appreciate these qualities. And all that knew him as a part of their lives can only see the world as less bright with his loss.

Nic en Marlies Westra

May 25, 2019

Wat een leuke foto van jullie! Het doet ons denken aan het plezier dat we hadden zoals in Duitsland. Olof die in zijn ronkende Chevrolet Corvette kwam voorrijden en dan trilden de ruiten. De vlag staat voor de herinnering dat Olof niet alleen alles wist over de geschiedenis van Amerika maar ook over die van Nederland.
Intelligent, vol interesses en humor, uniek, zo was Olof. En zo blijft hij in onze gedachten.
Nic en Marlies

Nancy Bartlett

May 21, 2019

Singing a cappella in my kitchen
Introducing me to music I had never heard (Hello, Yma Sumac!)
Red Top
The drive to NYC and Carnegie Hall
His devotion to all of their cats
The Highland Games
These are just a few of my memories with Olof and Marian.
But most of all, his face- his smile and eyes when he was so full of stories and delight and passion for whatever he was enjoying at the moment.
Farewell, my friend. You and Marian changed the course of my life, brought me joy at a tough time, and remained steadfast friends for over 40 years. Part of me goes with you. Part of you remains behind with all who loved you.

Monique Lap

May 21, 2019

Julie Chesin

May 20, 2019

Marian Ohberg has been a dear friend of mine for many years, and I was lucky enough to spend time with her husband over the years as well. To say that Olof Ohberg was a unique individual is an understatement! He had so many interests and got such pleasure from all of his activities. So intelligent and vibrant, and a great sense of humor that made any outing more fun. But perhaps my favorite memory of Olof will be his love of, shall we say, dressing with gusto! Whether it was a civil war reinactment uniform, a dashing kilt, or simply an unusual hat, this was a man who loved to look the part - and he did it with great style! He was a treasure and will be deeply missed.

Wilma Turner

May 20, 2019

Olof and Marian have been friends of ours for
many years. I have always enjoyed being with Olof. To share his knowledge and intensity was a great pleasure, and his beautiful, descriptive words have moved me to tears. The diversity of Olof's interests made him a fascinating person to be around, whether we were watching an old movie or learning of his love of deep sea diving. Marian, you have my deepest condolences. I know you will miss Olof...we all will.

George S Turner

May 19, 2019

Olof Ohberg was a friend. He was a keen student of American history and could hold forth on a wide variety of subjects.

He was interested in American Civil War History and served as a reenactor in a number of battles as a Confederate soldier.

Olof was a gun expert and collector of historic weapons.

Olof leaves behind our dear friend Marianne Ohberg.

George Turner
Cumming, GA

May 19, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)

May 19, 2019

Marian, jij liet voor Olof alles achter in Nederland en vertrok met hem naar Atlanta. Ik heb daardoor niet heel intensief contact gehad met Olof. Maar ik begreep wel dat hij een bijzondere en interessante man was. En jouw maatje. Ook al is de afstand nog steeds heel groot, we staan naast en achter je. We wensen je veel sterkte. We houden zeker contact. Ben en Diana

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