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.
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Tuesday, February 28th, 2023
Michael Howell
Michael Layne Howell, 65, of St. Marys, OH died 6:26 p.m. Friday February 24, 2023 at Lima Memorial Health System.
He was born February 22, 1958 in St. Marys, OH to George William and Ina Mae (Webb) Howell.
He is survived by: daughter Jaime (Jay Tanner) Howell-Collins of Union, OH; daughter Shannon (Erik) Miesse of Englewood, OH; daughter Alexis (Joshua Roark) Howell of New Paris, OH; 4 grandchildren: Austin (Merissa) Hauptstueck, Gauge Miesse, Cody Layne Collins, Lillie Dempsey; one great-granddaughter Arya Mae Hauptstueck; sister Janet (Bill) McGowan of St. Marys, OH; brother George William Howell of St. Marys, OH; brother-in-law John Davis of St. Marys, OH.
Preceded in death by: parents George William and Ina Mae Howell; sister Jean (Bob) Mahaffey; sister Elizabeth "Ann" Davis.
He was a veteran of the United States Navy. An arborist by trade, he operated a tree-trimming service his entire adult life. Master of his trade. Known as the "Tree Man". Mike will be remembered for being fun loving, easy going, never knowing a stranger and for being a joy to those around him. He lit up every room and was loved by all. His favorite pastimes included watching football, golfing, fishing and working on his various vehicles and equipment. Above all, he treasured the time he spent with family and friends.
Rites are scheduled to begin at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday March 2, 2023 at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys.
Visitation will be from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, prior to the funeral.
Memorial contributions may be directed to his family to defray final expenses.
Condolences may be expressed and memories shared with Mike's family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net.
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