Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 1:28PM 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 into tonight.
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 and beyond as temperatures 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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Tuesday, December 27th, 2016
Robert Pickering
Robert J. "Bob" Pickering, 74, of Celina, OH passed away at Celina Manor on December 25, 2016 at 1:36 pm.
He was born March 1, 1942 in Celina to Karl and Eva (Roach) Pickering, both preceded him in death. He married Patricia A. Manger on September 9, 1988, and she preceded him in death on July 15, 1997.
   Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy J. Braun, FL, and Janeva Pickering, St. Marys; six step-children, two sisters, Karlene Speicher, Wapakoneta, and Hazel Heinfield, Ada; a sister-in-law, Jane Pickering, Celina; a special friend, Sharon McGee, Celina; and three grandchildren, Chancelor Hensley, St. Marys, Brandon Walpole, FL and Nathan Pickering, St. Marys.
He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Francis (Evelyn), Joseph (Joan) and Ralph I. Pickering; a sister, Anita (Tom) Andrew; a brother-in-law, Robert Heinfeld; and a son-in-law, Craig Braun.
Bob was a 1960 graduate of Celina Senior High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam era. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber in St. Marys after 28 years of service.
He was member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Celina.
Private graveside services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wapakoneta, OH at the convenience of the family.
Contributions can be made to State of the Heart Hospice, Coldwater and/or COPD Foundation.
   Please leave a condolence to the family @ www.ciscofuneralhome.com
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