Winter Weather Advisory issued February 23 at 6:47AM EST until February 23 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Snow melt and refreezing overnight has resulted in the development of black ice on roads.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
Special Weather Statement issued February 23 at 12:44AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Snow showers to continue this morning. Slick spots on area roads will be possible this morning with temperatures below freezing. Motorists can expect rapid changes in visibility when encountering some of the heavier snow showers. Northwest winds gusting up to 30 mph will add to the travel impacts due to blowing and drifting snow.
Roadways may become slick. If traveling, be alert, slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.
Today 31° Today 31° blowing 18° 18° Tomorrow 39° Tomorrow 39° 29° 29° slight chance
Wednesday, July 13th, 2022
David Franzer
David Alvin Franzer, age 75, of Coldwater, died July 10, 2022, at his home in Coldwater.
He was born September 25, 1946, in Butler County, Ohio, to the late David & Mary Ann Denney.
He is also preceded in death by his adopted parents, Leander & Alvina (Kremer) Franzer. On July 4, 1996, he married Ruth (Schrage) Jutte-Franzer. She survives along with his children: Clint (Michelle) Franzer of Seattle, WA, Ty (Jaimee) Franzer of Seattle WA, Shane (Nicole) Franzer of Port Huron, MI and Nicholas Franzer of Pittsburg, PA; grandchildren: Lucas, Jack, Justin, Khyla, & Kynlee Franzer; a great grandchild Liam Franzer; Step-children: Pat (Mary) Jutte of Venedocia, Christine (Scott) Pierstorff of Celina, Jacque (Keith) Hansel of St. Marys, Donna (Michael) Woodcock of Auburn, IN and Jerry (Jackie) Jutte of Celina.
He was preceded in death by brother Nicholas Franzer; Parents-in-law, Charles (Tubby) & Lauretta Schrage and brother-in-law, William Schrage.
  David graduated from St. Henry High School and was drafted into the US Army serving in Vietnam. He was a dairy geneticist and specialized in the Holstein breed. He was respected for his knowledge as young as the age of 22. He earned an award as the seventh-place winner out of 95,3300 contestants for cow judging by Hoards Dairyman Magazine. He was featured in the International Holstein Magazine for his breeding. His best friend Casey Jones in Friendsville, PA who he would talk cows and bulls for hours. Dave said he was a son from another mother.
It was Dave's life's wish to breed cows and bulls that would exceed in milk production and excellent components that would feed the world. He was known for his loyalty to the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Reds. Dave's love of family, GOD and country was known by his friends. He will be sadly missed by anyone who got to know him.
  A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at the Hogenkamp funeral home in Coldwater. Burial will follow in St. Aloysius Cemetery, Carthagena.
Friends may call from 10 until time of service on Saturday.
Donations may be made to EverHeart Hospice.
Condolences may be left at www.hogenkampfh.com.
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