Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 6:34PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
At 633 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Geneva, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, penny size hail, and very heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.
Locations impacted include... Celina, Coldwater, Rockford, Wabash, Chattanooga, and Tama.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT for west central Ohio.
To report hazardous weather conditions, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 5:16PM EDT until April 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 112 IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
IN INDIANA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 4 COUNTIES
IN EAST CENTRAL INDIANA
FAYETTE UNION WAYNE
IN SOUTHEAST INDIANA
FRANKLIN
IN OHIO THIS WATCH INCLUDES 7 COUNTIES
IN WEST CENTRAL OHIO
AUGLAIZE DARKE MERCER MIAMI MONTGOMERY PREBLE SHELBY
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BROOKVILLE, CAMDEN, CELINA, COLDWATER, CONNERSVILLE, DOWNTOWN DAYTON, EATON, GREENVILLE, KETTERING, LIBERTY, MINSTER, NEW BREMEN, PIQUA, RICHMOND, SIDNEY, ST. MARYS, TIPP CITY, TROY, WAPAKONETA, AND WEST COLLEGE CORNER.
Today 82° Today 82° chance 67° 67° chance Tomorrow 83° Tomorrow 83° likely 66° 66° likely
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Friday, March 7th, 2025
Billy Felver
Billy E. Felver, 78, of Lima, OH (formerly of Wapakoneta and St. Marys) died 5:14 a.m. Tuesday March 4, 2025 at Lima Convalescent Home.
He was born May 16, 1946 in St. Marys, OH to Basil and Reva (Chaney) Felver. On June 3, 1970 he married Carolyn Dunlap, who preceded him in death on August 21, 2021.
Survivors include: son Michael (Diana) Rosell of St. Marys, OH; daughter Lisa (Tony) Vanchure of Troy, OH; daughter Melanie Felver of Lima, OH; daughter Misty Felver of Lima, OH; son Basil (Amber) Felver of Coldwater, OH; grandchildren: Nicholas (Allie), Brandon, Megan (Nick), Ashley, Christopher (Sierra), Courtney (Blaine), Ashlee, Sylvia, Cindy, Hunter, Braxton, Brayden, McKenna; numerous great-grandchildren; sister Peggy (Richard) Fowler of St. Marys, OH; sister Pamela Chilcoat of St. Marys, OH; and sister Sherrie (Bill) Grubb of Huber Heights, OH.
Preceded in death by: parents Basil and Reva Felver; wife Carolyn Dunlap; brother Richard "Butch" Felver; brother Bobby Jo Sanders; sister Mary Margaret Gibson.
He had been employed at the Buckeye Mart in Piqua, OH, St. Marys Cotton Mill and Terry's CB Sales and Service in St. Marys and Cooper Farms in St. Henry, OH. His walk with God began with the Calvary Chapel Independent Baptist Church in Minster, OH; he recently attended the Harvest Baptist Church in Wapakoneta, OH. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #370 in Lima and #691 in Wapakoneta, OH.
Faith and family were the cornerstones of his life, and he instilled his strong beliefs into the lives of his children. Friendly and outgoing, he brightened the room wherever he went. His favorite pastimes included dancing, playing BINGO, gambling, fishing, playing cards, karaoke, listening to Southern gospel music and watching classic westerns on television. He absolutely treasured the time spent with his family and close friends.
Rites are scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. Monday March 10, 2025 at Harvest Baptist Church 1301 Navajo Trail in Wapakoneta, OH. Pastor Tony Dirr will officiate the services.
Visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys, OH.
The family of Billy wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of Lima Convalescent Home for the tremendous care provided.
Condolences may be expressed and memories shared with Billy's family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net or the Miller Funeral Homes Facebook Page.
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