Michelle L. Ohl, 39 years of age of North Columbia Street, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at St. Luke's Hospice in Bethlehem with her family by her side. Michelle had fought a courageous battle against cancer.
Born Sunday, January 29, 1978 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Harry L. Ohl and Marlene (Miller) Ohl of Owl Creek Road Tamaqua. She is also survived by her brother, Jeff and his wife Amy; her nephew Colton who deeply loved his aunt "Shelly", and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends also survive her.
A 1996 Tamaqua Area High School graduate, Michelle attended L.C.C.C. and then matriculated to Bloomsburg University graduating with a B.S. in Sociology & Criminology. She worked for Access Services as a T.S.S. counselor in their Weissport Center.
Michelle, enjoyed traveling and trips to the beach. She was a member of the Tamaqua Pool League, and adored all animals, especially her dog Patches, and cat, Gus.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.
The family will receive friends on July 5 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00P.M. on Wednesday evening at the funeral home.
Memorials in her honor may be sent to Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17970; or St. Luke's Hospice House , 2455 Black River Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18015.