Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 6:07AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Scattered snow showers will become more widespread through this afternoon and then likely linger into this evening before tapering off.
The snow showers will be capable of causing brief periods of reduced visibilities, especially this afternoon. In addition, brisk conditions will prevail with west winds gusting in the 30 to 40 mph range today.
Light snow accumulations will be possible, mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces. While roads will remain mostly wet during the daytime hours, some slick spots may develop toward sunset as temperatures begin to drop below freezing.
Please be prepared for the changing weather conditions today and the potential for reduced visibilities when driving.
Today 35° Today 35° likely 17° 17° chance Tomorrow 28° Tomorrow 28° 20° 20°
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Friday, February 20th, 2026
Paul Osterfeld
Paul Osterfeld, age 101 of Coldwater, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater.
He was born on January 17, 1925 in Coldwater to the late John & Clara (Kessen) Osterfeld. On June 5, 1948, he married Roseann (Pfeffenberger) and she preceded him in death on August 5, 2006.
He is survived by his children, Paul II and Paula Osterfeld of Coldwater, David Osterfeld of Columbus, Gary & Jeanne Osterfeld of Coldwater, and Joyce & Michael Homan of Greenville, 14 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, and many friends.
He was preceded in death by siblings and in-laws, Robert Osterfeld, Thomas & Alma Osterfeld, Marie & Eugene Schilling, Robert & Dottie Lochtefeld, Arthur & Verla Pfeffenberger, Mary Pfeffenberger, Margaret Pfeffenberger, Lawrence & Erma Fifer, Wilber & Irene LePage, Philip & Lucille Schmidt, Linus & Hazel Pfeffenberger, Louis & Rose Pfeffenberger, Albert & Vicky Pfeffenberger, and Alfred & Vera Pfeffenberger.
He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He retired from New Idea after working his way up to a Chiefs Draftsmen position. He was a social member of the Coldwater American Legion, Coldwater VFW and Coldwater Eagles. Paul was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, canoeing, walking through the woods and traveling. Paul was a very wise man and a great conversationalist.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Coldwater.
Friends may call from 1PM to 4PM on Sunday, February 22, and on Monday from 9 AM to 10 AM at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater.
Condolences may be left at hogenkampfh.com.
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