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
Wednesday, August 9th, 2006
Ruth Sickles
Ruth Joan Sickles, 72, of Celina, died Aug. 5, 2006, at Otterbein St. Marys Retirement Living Community.
She was born Oct. 16, 1933, in Celina, to Gerald E. "Tony" and Ruth Irene Young Hildbold. On Dec. 14, 1961, she married Lowell E. Sickles, who died Aug. 8, 1988.
Surviving are two step-daughters, Vicki Boatright and Lisa Sneddon, both of Celina; a brother, Dennis (Jane) Houser, Clayton; and a sister, Pat Nill, Glendale, Ariz.
Deceased is a brother, Don Houser.
She worked at Reynolds & Reynolds, Celina. She was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, American Legion Post 210 Auxiliary, Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 1473, and Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 1291, all of Celina. She was a 1951 graduate of Celina High School.
Graveside services are 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Spring Hill Cemetery, Fort Recovery, the Rev. Jeff Smalley officiating.
There is no calling.
Contributions can be made to the church.
Arrangements are by W. H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina.
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