Mary Kohler

Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend was called home to the arms of Jesus on Friday morning, May 15, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw. She was 83 years old.

Mary Gail Achenbach was born on December 8, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan, to Kurt and Bernadette (LeBeouf) Achenbach. She married Kenneth David Kohler in 1965 in Milford, Michigan, and together they shared 61 loving years of marriage. Mary was a faithful member of Old Town Christian Outreach for many years.

Mary had a lifelong love of horses and horseback riding, having grown up around them from an early age. She also enjoyed decorating and making a home warm and welcoming. Above all, Mary cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren.

Surviving are her husband, Kenneth D. Kohler; her children, Michael (Angela) Kohler and Matthew (Stephanie) Kohler; eight grandchildren; her siblings, Karen Warren, Candy (Rick) Ruprecht, Debbie (Tom) Harris, and Linda Achenbach; her sister-in-law, Nancy Achenbach; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and her two brothers, Kurt Achenbach and Craig Achenbach.

In keeping with Mary’s wishes, cremation has taken place. The Kohler family is planning a memorial service to be held at a later date. Please check back for updates.

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Old Town Christian Outreach Soup Kitchen.

Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at www.deislerfuneralhome.com