Blowing Dust Advisory issued March 13 at 3:16PM EDT until March 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Auglaize, Hardin, and Mercer Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
High Wind Warning issued March 13 at 3:16PM EDT until March 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Auglaize, Hardin, and Mercer Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Special Weather Statement issued March 13 at 2:44PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Very strong wind gusts and dry soil is leading to areas of blowing dust across the area. This is causing visibility to be reduced to one mile or less in localized area.
Motorists should be prepared for rapidly changing visibility. Slow down and leave plenty of distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
As winds slowly decrease late this afternoon into the evening, blowing dust should diminish.
Today 52° Today 52° chance 29° 29° Tomorrow 44° Tomorrow 44° 39° 39°
Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Marcus Hettesheimer
Marcus James Hettesheimer, Sr., age 88, of Celina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
He was born on August 6, 1937, in Plymouth, Pennsylvania, to the late Amos and Selma (Thomas) Hettesheimer. On January 24, 1959, he married Hannelor "Lore" (Bendig) Hettesheimer, who survives at their residence in Celina.
Marcus is also survived by his children: Irene (Brent Strohl) Shaffer of Celina, Nancy (Mark) Waesch of Celina, Marc Hettesheimer Jr. of Delphos, Edmund (Leisa) Hettesheimer of Celina, and Terry (Lee) Engelman of Pennsylvania. He was a proud grandfather of five grandchildren and great-grandfather of eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Ruth Ann Toler; four brothers, Howard, Weldon, Paul, and David Hettesheimer; and one sister, Elizabeth Hillard.
A 1955 graduate of Larksville High School in Larksville, Pennsylvania, Marcus served his country with honor in the United States Air Force. While stationed in Germany, he met the love of his life, Lore. Marcus was a dedicated truck driver by trade, beginning his career with Mersman Tables in Celina and continuing in the profession throughout his life. He was also a proud member of the Rockford Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1292 and the Celina VFW Post #5713.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina.
Funeral services will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, September 8, 2025, also at Cisco Funeral Home, with Pastor David Hettesheimer, Marcus's nephew, officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Burial will follow at Mercer Memory Gardens in Celina, with military honors provided by the Celina VFW Post #5713 and the Celina American Legion Post #210.
Cisco Funeral Homes of Celina and St. Marys are honored to care for Marcus and his family.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.ciscofuneralhome.com or on the Cisco Funeral Homes Facebook page.
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