Elizabeth Anne Ohlson

Elizabeth Anne Ohlson, mother and beloved friend to all, passed away peacefully in her home on July 1, 2021 surrounded by friends and family. Anne was born on March 16, 1960 in Abingdon, Virginia. She grew up in Abingdon with her loving family – parents, Eugene and Elizabeth Ohlson, her sister Judy Ohlson and her brother, Michael Ohlson.

Anne was a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Poughkeepsie, New York. This is where she developed her passion for baking and creative catering. She moved to Wilmington in 1999 where she began Wildflower Cakes and Pastries. Anne completed her career as a Nutrition Supervisor for New Hanover County Schools where she believed in serving children healthy food, “one day at a time.” During Anne’s lifetime, she enjoyed hiking, walks on the RiverWalk, and spending time with her daughter. Anne’s greatest accomplishment was the success and happiness of her children, Eugene and Alison.

It would be wrong to say that Anne lost her battle with cancer because she never stopped fighting. No matter how sick she was, she was always determined. When others may have broken, Anne stayed strong. Through her, we know what resilience and perseverance truly look like. Just because she is no longer here, it does not mean she lost her fight. Though Anne’s health was failing, few people knew the extent to which she struggled. Her joy for life and indomitable spirit kept her pushing through the pain.

Anne is survived by her brother Michael (Debbie Ohlson), nieces Amanda Ohlson and Ashley Greer (Gene Greer), and her children Eugene (age 26) and Alison (age 24).

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, August 21st, 1:00pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 4313 Lake Avenue, Wilmington, NC. Reception to follow in the fellowship hall.

Anne’s family asks for fond memories, funny stories, or beautiful pictures to be emailed to collinsalisonp@gmail.com in order to reflect, remember, and adore Anne and the incomparable person she was.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to Lower Cape Fear LifeCare of New Hanover County.