Marla Puthoff

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 3:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.
Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories.
It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 2:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Temperatures continue climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Tuesday, December 9th, 2025

Marla Puthoff

Marla K. Puthoff, age 74, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima.

She was born on January 16, 1951, in Lima, Ohio, to the late William and Donna Jean (Becker) Doseck. On March 22, 1985, she married the love of her life, Gary L. Puthoff, who survives at their home in St. Marys.

Marla is also survived by her son, Kevin (Jennifer) Puthoff of Spencerville; four stepchildren, Mathew Puthoff of Hilliard, Christopher Puthoff of Celina, Randy (Micki) Puthoff of Van Wert, and Carla (Nick) Wendel of Coldwater; seven grandchildren; and her brother, Ronald (Sharon) Doseck of Lima.

A 1969 graduate of Spencerville High School, Marla worked for Huffy Bicycle in Celina for ten years before dedicating fourteen years of service as the secretary at St. John Lutheran Church in Celina, where she was also a devoted member.

Marla's greatest joys in life were her family, her garden, and the simple beauty of nature. She had a deep love for animals and a kind, gentle spirit that touched all who knew her.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys (1175 E. Greenville Rd.), with Rev. Matt Overman officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.

Graveside services will follow at New Salem Cemetery, located at the corner of Deep Cut Road and State Route 116 in Spencerville, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made in Marla's memory to the American Heart Association, 1650 Lake Shore Dr. Ste 350, Columbus, Ohio 43204.

Cisco Funeral Homes of Celina & St. Marys are honored to serve Marla's family. To share memories or offer condolences, please visit the Cisco Funeral Home website or Facebook page.

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