James Evans

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.

Thursday, July 24th, 2025

James Evans

James "Jamie" W. Evans, age 54, of Celina, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. He was born on June 24, 1971, in St. Marys, Ohio, to the late Warner Evans and Louann (Reed) Hough.

Jamie is survived by his children, Chelsea Westgerdes of Celina and Josh Evans of Cridersville; three beloved grandchildren, Lexi Toler, Bentley Westgerdes, and Lorenzo Gonzalez; his siblings, Julie Bowers of West Newton, Pennsylvania, Teresa (Luciano) Cherin of Vero Beach, Florida, Mary Jacobs of Celina, Loma (Danny) Moser of Ocala, Florida, and Jason (Heather) Evans of Litchfield Park, Arizona; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, John Evans and Carl "Joe" Evans; and his sister, Barbara Ann Pfeiffer.

Jamie was the proud owner and operator of Evans Contracting in Celina for many years. Known for his strong work ethic, he dedicated his life to roofing and construction. Outside of work, he enjoyed cheering for the Dallas Cowboys, staying fit, and spending time with his grandchildren, who were the light of his life. He also shared a special bond with his loyal dog, Tucker.

Jamie was a kind and generous person to everyone, including his clients, tenants, friends, and family. His warm spirit and willingness to help others left a lasting impact on those who knew him.

He attended Abounding Grace Ministries in Celina.

A funeral service to honor Jamie's life will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina, with Pastor Rick Brosher officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Memorial contributions can be made to ASSURE, Area Suicide Support and Resources, P.O. Box 132, Coldwater, Ohio 45828.

To share memories and condolences, please visit www.ciscofuneralhome.com or the Cisco Funeral Home Facebook page.

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