Myra Hughes

Special Weather Statement issued July 27 at 12:58PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

At 1258 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Anna, moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and very heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.
Locations impacted include... Sidney, Minster, Anna, Fort Loramie, Jackson Center, Botkins, Hardin, Port Jefferson, Kettlersville, Montra, Newbern, Lake Loramie State Park, Maplewood, Mccartyville, Swanders, and Bloom Center.
This includes I-75 in Ohio between mile markers 87 and 107.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.
To report hazardous weather conditions, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.

Flood Advisory issued July 27 at 12:48PM EDT until July 27 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...The following counties, in west central Ohio, Auglaize and Shelby.
* WHEN...Until 400 PM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1248 PM EDT, trained weather spotters reported minor flooding in the advisory area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Anna, Jackson Center, Botkins, New Knoxville, Kettlersville, Montra, Mccartyville and Maplewood.

Tuesday, October 8th, 2024

Myra Hughes

Myra L. Hughes, 69, of St. Marys, OH died 4:36 a.m. Saturday October 5, 2024 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, OH.

She was born February 23, 1955 in St. Marys, OH to Leo D. and Vivian L. (Krauss) Howell. On September 29, 1973 in St. Marys, OH she married James K. Hughes, who survives.

Also survived by: son Jeff (Karrie) Hughes of St. Marys, OH; son Josh Hughes of St. Marys, OH; 5 grandchildren: Grady Hughes, Trent Hughes, Rylan Hughes, Kalli Hughes, Tarynn Hughes; and sister Melody Hodge of Bakersfield, CA.

Preceded in death by: parents Leo and Vivian Howell; son Jamey Hughes (1982); and brother Jerry Howell.

She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1973). Myra retired from JTDM Hospital, where she worked as a unit secretary for 35 years.

Her favorite pastimes included camping, making all types of crafts, playing cards, scrolling on Facebook and late night phone calls with her girl friends to "catch up" and supporting the St. Marys Roughriders and St. Marys Bands. She maintained friendships with a group of women who met monthly to eat, share laughter and support one another through life's trials and tribulations. More than anything else, she absolutely treasured the time spent with her grandchildren.

Rites are scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. on Friday October 11, 2024 at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys, OH.

Visitation 4 - 8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Casual dress (especially, SM Roughriders attire) is encouraged.

Memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of the donor's choosing.

Condolences may be expressed and memories shared with Myra's family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net or the Miller Funeral Homes Facebook Page.

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