Special Weather Statement issued November 10 at 2:15AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Light snow across the area early this morning will increase in coverage and intensity toward sunrise in the I-70 corridor. This band of moderate snow will push south affecting the Tri-State region by mid morning, eventually pushing south of the area by early to mid afternoon.
Snow amounts of 1-2 inches will common for a good portion of the area on grassy surfaces, with melting on concrete surfaces limiting accumulations. Main impacts are expected to be reduced visibilities and some slick spots on mainly bridges and overpasses.
Temperatures today will remain steady mainly in the upper 20s. These cold temperatures combined with gusty winds of 20-25 mph will result in wind chill values in the teens to lower 20s.
Motorists should exercise caution. Plan extra time for the Monday morning commute.
Today 32° Today 32° likely 21° 21° chance Tomorrow 38° Tomorrow 38° 31° 31°
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011
Ronald Coleman
Ronald Coleman, 71, Minster, died Oct. 16, 2011, at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Minster.
He was born Jan. 2, 1940, to Ralph and Margie Beard Coleman. On June 3, 1961, he married Earlene, who survives.
Other survivors include a daughter, Kimberly (Matt) Waite, Mooresville, Ind.; a son, John Coleman, Milford; and three grandchildren.
He retired from Chrysler Corp. and earned his pilot's license while working at Piper Aircraft. He belonged to the Experimental Aircraft Assoc. and had built his own gyrocopter.
A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster.
Calling will be 1-3 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Manor Nursing Home or the State of the Heart Hospice.
Condolences may be made at www.hogenkampfh.com.
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