Special Weather Statement issued January 19 at 3:08AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
An arctic cold front will move through the area this afternoon and evening, bringing snow showers and much colder air. While accumulations will generally be less than one half inch, quick bursts of snow will result in reductions in visibility and slick conditions at times. Some snow squalls are possible, which could lead to locally difficult travel conditions.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 2:30AM EST until January 22 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana and central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...From 1 AM Monday to 10 AM EST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Today 23° Today 23° slight chance isolated Tomorrow 10° Tomorrow 10°
Thursday, February 25th, 2021
Roy McDorman
Roy L. McDorman, age 84, of Mendon, went to be with the Lord at 9:53 p.m. on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at his residence, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on October 28, 1936, in Mendon, he was a son of the late John & Cecile (Denny) McDorman. He was raised by his beloved dad and mom, William "Bill" and Juanita Whetstone of Mendon, who also preceded him in death.
Roy graduated from Mendon-Union High School with the Class of 1954. Surviving is wife of nearly 66 years, Barbara A. (Austin) McDorman. They were married on April 21, 1955.
He served in the Ohio National Guard as a Communications Officer for 8 years. Roy always provided for his family. He was a farmer for most of his life, while also working at other jobs. Roy had been employed at a grain mill in Ohio City, a sawmill in Schumm, and Pollock's Furniture Store in Van Wert, then worked for years as a night guard at Huffy's in Celina.
Showing ponies at area fairs with his sons was a favorite activity he enjoyed for many years. Roy also loved fishing with his family. He was a member, and also proudly served as Chaplain of Mendon American Legion Post #2019, and was a member of the Mendon United Methodist Church. Roy will be remembered as a great father and grandfather.
In addition to his wife, Roy is survived by his two sons: Craig R. McDorman of Mendon and James F. (Robin Kaylor) McDorman of Seymour, Indiana, daughter-in-law, Laurie A. (Wessel) McDorman of Mendon, four grandchildren: Shawn (Lisa) McDorman of Columbus, Christopher (Kristin) McDorman of Ohio City, Jessica (George) Miller of Mendon, and Amanda (Patrick Thomas) McDorman of Bellefontaine, six great grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
  Roy was preceded in death by his son, Randy J. McDorman, a great grandson, Austin McDorman, two brothers: Earl and Dale McDorman, and four sisters: Ethel Jamieson, Ione Byer, Helen Shook, and Clarissa McDorman.
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Monday, March 1, at the Mendon United Methodist Church, with Pastor Rob Glenn, officiating. Burial will follow at Tomlinson Cemetery in Union Township, with Military Rites conducted by Celina American Legion Post #210 and VFW Post #5713.
Calling Hours are at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Mendon, from 12:00 Noon to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 28, and an hour prior to Services on Monday, at the Church.
Those attending are required to wear masks, practice social distancing as much as possible, and follow the COVID-19 guidelines established by Governor DeWine and the Ohio Department of Health.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Grand Lake Hospice or Mendon United Methodist Church.
Condolences can be expressed to Roy's family at dickandsonshellwarthfh.com.
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