Special Weather Statement issued December 9 at 9:47PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
During the predawn hours, winds will increase ahead of a low pressure system moving east through the lower Great Lakes. Gusts of 30 to 40 mph are expected through this afternoon, possibly gusting to 45 mph in a few spots. Wind is expected to decrease overnight but remain relatively strong at 20-25 mph this evening.
Please be aware of these strong winds especially if driving a higher profile vehicle. Secure loose outdoor objects and shore up seasonal decorations if possible.
33° 33° light Wed 40° Wed 40° chance 21° 21° chance Thu 28° Thu 28° chance
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Wednesday, August 9th, 2006
Dick Craft
Dick L. Craft, 52, 408 Webb St., St. Marys, died at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 8, 2006, at his residence following an extended illness.
He was born May 19, 1954, in St. Marys, to Leo and Ida Steen Craft, who are deceased. He was raised by his step-mother, Merle Howick Craft, who is also deceased. On Jan. 17, 1984, he married Kathleen McCann, who survives.
Also surviving are two daughters, Whitney and Britney, both of St. Marys; a step-son, Derek (Jill) Turner, St. Marys; a step-daughter, Kristi Turner, St. Marys; two sisters, Marlene Hitchen and Donna Chilcoat, both of St. Marys; a brother-in-law, Mike (Joyce) McCann, Tampa, Fla.; a mother-in-law, Gloria McCann, St. Marys; a granddaughter and four step-grandchildren.
Deceased are two sisters, Dorcas Vanover and Betty Sanders.
He was a welder at Accubuilt, Lima, and a graduate of Memorial High School, St. Marys.
Private family services will be held.
Arrangments are by Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys.
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