With deep love, we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Lee Ohnemus, a U.S. Navy Veteran, devoted son, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend. He passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026, at the age of 75. Born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1951, he grew up on his family farm in Milo. He built a life rooted in family, integrity, and hard work. Serving in the Navy from 1971 to 1991, he cherished the discipline, friendships, and purpose he found during those years. After retirement, he and his family settled in Meridian, Mississippi. He was active in the Filipino-American community, a member of the VFW Post 79, FRA Branch 264, and a Fourth Degree with the Knights of Columbus. He attended St. Patrick’s Catholic Church regularly.

He is preceded by his parents, Carl Joseph and Mary Lucille Ohnemus, sister Bertha Jo Crooks, and niece Monica Rae Crooks.

Survived by his wife, Elizabeth D. Ohnemus; daughter, Carla May O. Porter; son, Jeffrey L. Ohnemus; brother, Bruce A. Ohnemus; nephew, Matthew Crooks; son-in-law, P. Elliott Porter, Jr.; and grandchildren Eden E. Porter, Paul E. Porter, III “Tripp,” and Ione K. Porter.

We express our deepest gratitude to the medical team at the Mississippi Veterans Home in Kosciusko, MS, for their exceptional care and comfort during his final years. We are also thankful for our family and friends’ unwavering support.

Visitation will be at Webb Stephens Funeral Home-North on Thursday, October 22nd, 5:00pm-8:00pm. Funeral mass will be held at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on Friday, October 23rd at 10:00 a.m. A military funeral service will follow at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Newton, MS at 12:00pm. Food will be served at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in the Family Life Center at 2:00pm.

In Bob’s memory, please consider donating to a veteran’s support organization.