Bradley Wilson

Special Weather Statement issued January 18 at 2:38PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

A few hours of light snow are expected late this evening, mainly after 8 pm. While accumulations will be light, some challenging travel conditions may develop given the cold temperatures.
Additional snow may linger through Monday morning with accumulations remaining light. However, increasing winds and very cold temperatures will support blowing snow, primarily in rural areas.
Challenging travel conditions will be possible starting late this evening, continuing through the day on Monday. Use caution and allow for extra time to reach your destination.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 18 at 1:10PM EST until January 20 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 12 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Indiana and central and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...From 7 AM Monday to 9 AM EST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.

Monday, January 12th, 2009

Bradley Wilson

Former Celina resident Bradley Andrew Wilson, 19, of Troy, died Jan. 11, 2009, at Children's Medical Center, Dayton. He died of natural causes.

He was born April 4, 1989, in Columbus, to the former pastor of Bethany United Methodist Church, Celina, the Rev. Dr. James C. II and Nancy M. Gross Wilson, who survive in Troy.

Also surviving are a brother, Chase K., Troy; and grandfathers, Jim Wilson, Thornville, and Paul Gross, Norwalk.

Deceased are two brothers, JC and Dominic; and grandmothers, Janet Wilson and Patricia Gross.

He was a 2007 graduate of Troy High School. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and attended Riverside Industries, both of Troy.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church, the Rev. L. Cean Wilson officiating. Burial is at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Lutheran Reformed Cemetery, Thornville.

Calling is 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Baird Funeral Home, Troy, and after 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church. A rosary service will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Contributions can be made to Bradley's House of Hope in care of the church.

Condolences can be sent at www.bairdfuneralhome.com.

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