Special Weather Statement issued January 10 at 1:39PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Light snow is expected across the area early Sunday morning. Minor snow accumulations are possible. Temperatures around freezing will support the development of slick spots, especially on elevated and untreated surfaces. Additional snow showers are expected throughout the morning with temperatures dropping into the mid and upper 20s. As the snow showers move through, quick bursts of snow will reduce visibility and result in light snow accumulations which may cover roadways.
If traveling Sunday, allow for some extra time to reach your destination and be prepared for rapidly changing driving conditions.
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Wednesday, November 1st, 2023
Robert Kunkle
Robert "Bob" Kunkle, age 95, a resident of rural Portland, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at The Gardens of St. Henry in Ohio.
Bob was born on September 10, 1928, in Madison Township, Jay County, the son of Merle and Hazel (Greaf) Kunkle.
He graduated from Madison Township School in 1946 and was a lifelong farmer in Noble Township and retired from Union City Body Company. He was a member of Salamonia Christian Church and West Walnut Church of Christ in Portland. He served on the Salamonia Cemetery Board and the committee to restore the Salamonia School House into the Salamonia Community Building. Bob married Inez Matchett on November 27, 1948 and she passed away on July 31, 2011.
Survivors include: His children: Dick Kunkle (wife Frankie) - Portland, Indiana; Jeff Kunkle (wife Rosie) - Portland, Indiana ; 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Emerson Kunkle.
Visitation will be held on Saturday from 12-2 p.m. at Williamson-Spencer and Penrod Funeral Home in Portland.
Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Pastors Bruce Phillips and Gil Alicea will officiate the service. Burial will follow at Salamonia Cemetery in Salamonia, Indiana.
Memorials may be directed towards EverHeart Hospice or West Walnut Street Church of Christ.
Online condolences may be sent to www.williamsonspencer.com.
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