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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Monday, January 27th, 2020
LaVerne Reichert
LaVerne J. Reichert, 85, of Lewistown, passed away Friday morning, January 24, 2020, at Briarwood Village, in Coldwater.
Vern was born in St. Henry, Ohio, on November 13, 1934, to the late Joseph and Loretta (Spoltman) Reichert. Vern married Edna Meier on February 23, 1957, in Maria Stein and she survives in Coldwater.
He is also survived by their children: Mike (Brenda) Reichert, Jane (Tom) Kozman, Dan (Theresa) Reichert, Ann (Roderick) Clark, Joe (Judy) Reichert, and Becky (Jim) Hempker. Grandchildren: Lauren (Nick) Seger, Isaac Reichert, Adam Reichert, Gabe Reichert, Christopher Kozman, Leanne (Trevor) Spring, Leslie Reichert, Ivan Reichert, Nathan Reichert, Ethan Woodruff, Amy (Jason) Grunden, Jay (Caroline) Baker, Jenna Reichert, Jack Reichert, Julia Reichert, Elise Hempker, Matthew Hempker and Great-grandchildren: Ava Seger, Conrad Seger, Cora Seger, Ezra Spring, Abram Grunden, Andersyn Grunden, Theodore Grunden and Georgianna Clark; a brother Ken (Elaine) Reichert of St. Henry; a sister Joan (Phil) Rengers of Chickasaw; two brothers-in-law: Ivo Schwieterman and John Stelzer, both of Coldwater; and numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by a son-in-law, Brian Woodruff, two sisters, Mary Ann Schwieterman and Ruth Stelzer.
Vern retired from SuperFoods in 1997, after 32 years of work. He was a member of St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church in Russells Point. Vern started and was owner/operator of Reichert Farm Drainage from 1972-1986.
Vern was the man responsible for the initiation of the large wooden home-made signs that supported many area athletic teams who were participating in STATE tournaments. He was an avid basketball fan. He enjoyed working in his wood shop. He donated many items to area churches and liked to make gifts for family and friends for special occasions. He built a rocking horse for each of his children's kids.
He also enjoyed farming, sports, travel, and family. Vern served his country in the Army National Guard during Peace Time.
Friends may call at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home, 214 W. Pike St., Jackson Center, on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, from 2-8pm, and on Thursday at the church from 9:30 - 10:30am.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 30, at 10:30am at St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church, Russells Point, with Fr. Shawn Landenwitch officiating. Burial will be in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Botkins, at 2pm.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church, 464 Madison Ave. Russells Point, OH 43348.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.edsfh.com.
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