Flood Watch issued September 20 at 1:07PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Indiana, including the following counties, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Ripley, Union and Wayne and Ohio, including the following counties, Adams, Auglaize, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hardin, Highland, Hocking, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Scioto, Shelby, Union and Warren.
* WHEN...From 7 PM EDT this evening through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain will impact the area overnight. Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected with locally higher amounts. The heavy rain combined with saturated ground will lead to potential flash flooding.
Flood Warning issued September 20 at 1:05PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
...Forecast flooding changed to Minor severity and increased in duration for the following rivers...
St. Marys River at Rockford.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...St. Marys River at Rockford.
* WHEN...Until Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, State Route 117 near Route 118 north of Rockford is water-covered and closed.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:40 PM EDT Sunday the stage was 13.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.0 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.
Today 80° Today 80° chance 61° 61° likely Tomorrow 66° Tomorrow 66° chance 58° 58° slight chance
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Monday, April 29th, 2019
Larry Schaaf
Larry L. Schaaf, 60, of rural St. Marys, OH died 6:05 a.m. Friday April 26, 2019 at his residence.
He was born March 13, 1959 in St. Marys, OH to David and Gayle (Polen) Schaaf. On January 12, 2012 he married Della (Reier-Saintignon) Schaaf, who survives.
Also survived by: daughter Emily (Todd) Klosterman of St. Marys, OH; daughter Elaine (Ryan) Fogle of Centerville, OH; son Eric (Rachel) Schaaf of St. Marys, OH; son Kyle Schaaf of Lindsey, OH; daughter Karen (Brian) Bower of St. Marys, OH; step-son David (Amanda) Saintignon of Celina, OH; step-daughter Diana Saintignon of Philadelphia, PA; step-son Dustyn Saintignon of St. Marys, OH; grandchildren: Henry, Amelia and Lucy Klosterman; Hannah and Claire Fogle; Landon and Alyvia Schaaf; Elliot and Colt Bower; brother David (Lisa) Schaaf of Lima, OH; and mother-in-law Rose Leffel of St. Marys, OH.
Preceded in death by: parents David and Gayle Schaaf
He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1978). He was the proprietor of Larry Schaaf Auto Sales in St. Marys. In addition, he was an accomplished auctioneer. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ in St. Marys, and he was a founding member of the St. Marys Optimist Club.
Family and friends were the most important aspects of his life. As an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting. He also enjoyed playing card games (especially poker).
Larry was a natural-born salesman who believed in taking care of his customers to the best of his ability. He was truly community-minded and sponsored countless sports teams for area children. His auctioneer skills were often donated for the fundraisers of many organizations.
Larry will be truly missed by his loving family, loyal customers and many dear friends.
Funeral rites are scheduled to begin 10:30 a.m. Wednesday May 1, 2019 at St. Paul's United Church of Christ in St. marys, with the Rev. Doug Williamson and the Rev. Robert Sweeney, co-officiating. Burial will follow at the Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys.
Visitation 2 - 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) and 9:30 - 10:30 on Wednesday at the church.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Paul's UCC elevator fund.
Condolences may be expressed to his family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net.
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