Search by Name

Search by Name

James Olah Obituary

James Olah, Jr. August 23, 1955- June 1, 2008 OPELIKA, AL— James Olah, Jr., 52, of Opelika, AL passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2008. Funeral services will be held 2 PM EDT Thursday, June 5, 2008 at Vance-Brooks Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Steve Williamson officiating. Interment will follow at Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends this evening, June 4, 2008 from 6-8 PM EDT at the funeral home. Mr. Olah was born August 23, 1955 in Heidelburg, Germany to James H. Olah and Geisela Roth Olah. He was a 1974 graduate of Baker High School and lived in the Columbus and Phenix City area for 42 years. In addition to his parents, James H. Olah of Akron, OH. and Geisela Roth Olah of Columbus, GA, he is survived by his wife of 25 years Regina Olah of Opelika, AL; three sons, James Micheal Olah, Christopher Olah and Jeffrey Olah, all of Opelika, AL; two brothers, Edgar Olah and Janice of Florence, SC; Ralf Olah of Columbus, GA; a sister, Monika Olah of Panama City, FL; a brother in law, Jackie Sanes; a sister in law, Thearesa Sanes; and two grandsons, Kris Jr. and Charlie.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer on Jun. 4, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for James Olah

Not sure what to say?





Monika

June 1, 2025

You're certainly not forgotten, my dear brother. Especially, on this day. I miss your smile, laughter & sense of humor
Monika

Cheryl Good

June 1, 2009

It is hard to believe that one year has already gone by. On this day I know that your hearts are heavy as the tears are flowing from your eyes. But know that you are not alone. He is there with you, holding you, comforting you, whispering his memories to you, gently reminding you of happy times.

Cheryl Good

June 23, 2008

To all of the Olah family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God wrap his arms around you and comfort you as you go through this painful time. While your heart is breaking it is hard to believe you will smile again, but the smiles will come...one day. One day your tears of sorrow will softly flow into tears of remembrance. One day your heart will begin to heal and your grieving will be lessened and you will hear the whisper of hope. One day you will embrace the tears of remembrance. One day you will risk loving and go on believing. One day, maybe not today, but one day.

Janice Greer

June 8, 2008

Our prayers go out to you and your
family, I have known your family for
so long. I know James will be missed, but I know he has touched
so many lifes.
God Bless, Janice Webb Greer

Andy Cavanaugh

June 5, 2008

To Everyone, Especially Giesla:
With our deepest sympathy from my whole family we bestow it upon you in the loss of James Jr.
I truly pray that God's Peace will blanket everyone in the loss of James.

Yours Truly, Andy Cavanaugh

Endia Hollis-Walker

June 5, 2008

Mr Olah will be missed,he was search a kind man. May God bless you all.

Mary Bowen Benes

June 4, 2008

I am sorry to hear of James' passing. He was always a very nice person.

Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results

Make a Donation
in James Olah's name

Memorial Events
for James Olah

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support James's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor James Olah's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more