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Cassandra Ohlrich
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Celebration Of Life
Aug. 2, 2025
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Marathon Center for the Performing Arts - Education
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Cassandra Elizabeth "Cassie" (Cole) Ohlrich, 54, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 19, 2025, from complications following heart surgery.
Born June 25, 1971, in Worms, Germany, Cassie was the daughter of Jackie Cole and the late James Cole. She married Kurt Robert Ohlrich May 28, 1994.
Cassie is survived by her husband of 31 years, Kurt Robert Ohlrich; sons, Cole Robert Ohlrich (Brianne) and Connor James Ohlrich; mother, Jackie Cole; grandmother, Willie Mae Guillory; brother, Jace Cole (Peter); and in-laws, Robert and Jene Ohlrich.
Her father, James Cole, preceded her in death.
A devoted Christian, Cassie was a graduate of Kent State University who dedicated 30 years to Van Buren Schools as a gifted and STEM educator.
She also coached golf for 15 years at Arcadia and Van Buren schools and enjoyed tennis, pickleball, and family game nights. Cassie founded Van Buren Schools Foundation Education Fund, Medieval Garden, and Knight's Fest, enriching student experiences. She was known for her love of planning parties and trips.
An Open House Celebration of Life will be from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 West Main Cross Street, Findlay.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to VB Educational Foundation or St. Mark's United Methodist Church.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Coldren-Crates Funeral Home.
Online condolences can be expressed to her family by visiting coldrencrates.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Mark M Smith
Earlier today
To the Ohlrich Family,
Cassie has left a huge legacy in our community. She touched and inspired so many people, especially children, in a positive way. We will always remember her kind, loving, and fun soul.
May God give you peace during this sad time.
Sincerely, Mark, Becky, Ashley, and Jared Smith
Duane and Kathy Jebbett
Yesterday
Dear Kurt, Cole, Connor and Family,
Cassie´s spirit was truly extraordinary-bright, compassionate, and full of purpose. She inspired so many as a gifted teacher, devoted wife, and loving mother. Her legacy lives on in each of you and in the countless lives she touched with grace and strength.
We celebrate her life and mourn her loss with you. Our hearts are with your family.
With love and sympathy,
Duane & Kathy
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