Robert Charles Ahola

Robert Charles Ahola, 74, of Crystal Falls, MI, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, at his home with his family by his side. Bob was born April 2, 1947, in Crystal Falls, MI, son of the late William and Lillian (Johnson) Ahola. He was a lifelong resident of Crystal Falls and a 1966 graduate of Crystal Falls High School where he excelled in football, basketball and track. He joined the US Army and was stationed in Taiwan during the Vietnam War, serving as a communications operator from 1967-1969. Bob married Louise Janov on October 10, 1970, at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Crystal Falls, MI. Bob and Weezie celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last year. Bob was a turbine operator for Great Lakes Natural Gas Company for 33 years, retiring in 2001. He was a caring individual and was always willing to help anyone in need. Bob enjoyed hunting at his camp known as the Tin Shack where many stories were told. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed following the Forest Park Trojans and the Green Bay Packers. He enjoyed watching his sons and granddaughter participate in sports. In his younger years, he pitched for the VFW softball team. He loved country western music and attended many Hodag Festivals with his cowboy boots (aka-shit kickers). Most of all, Bob loved spending time with his “Little Pumpkin”, Aubrianna. B. O. B. will be missed for his stories and his sense of humor. He had nicknames for many of his family and friends. Bob will never be truly gone, his stories will live forever. Bob is survived by his wife, Louise “Weezie” Ahola; two sons, Brian Ahola (Kim) of South Lyons , MI and Mark Ahola (Robyn) of Crystal Falls; his granddaughter, Aubrianna Ahola; one brother, John (Pat) Ahola of Crystal Falls and one sister, Susan (Frank) Foley of Dallas, GA. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Valerie Young and Mary Humphrey, both of Green Bay, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his in-laws, Joseph “Red” and Jamie Janov, and a brother-in-law, Rick Young. A Celebration of Life for family and friends will be held on Friday, September 10th at 5:00 pm at Bob and Weezie’s home. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Crystal Falls. Condolences to the family of Robert “Bob” Ahola may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home and Cremations Services of Crystal falls with arrangements.

Robert Charles Ahola

April 2, 1947 - August 30, 2021