Deborah Reish

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 2:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Temperatures continue climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Thursday, May 28th, 2026

Deborah Reish

Deborah Jean Reish, 75, of Van Wert, passed away Monday evening at the Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing Home of Shane Hill in Rockford, Ohio.

She was born on July 14, 1950, in Celina, Ohio, the daughter of Malone H. Compson and Evenelle (Hare) Compson.

Deborah is survived by her three daughters, Amy (Rob) Morris of Fort Wayne, Indiana; Ashley Reish (Matt Stephens) of Van Wert; and Audrey Reish (Travis Sumlin) of Fort Wayne, Indiana. She is also survived by five grandchildren-Adam Reish, Ryan Goodwin, Gage Lutz, Brogan Stephens, and Alex Reish-and by her brother, Harold L. Compson of Celina, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Abby Reish; her grandchild, Dennis Sumlin; and her sister, Martha Darlene Compson.

Deborah was a graduate of Celina High School and continued her education in real estate. She was a member of Church on the Horizon in Van Wert. She worked as a bank teller at the former Van Wert National Bank and later retired from TI Automotive in Ossian, Indiana. Deborah leaves behind memories of a gentle heart, a loving devotion to her family, and the simple joys that brightened her days. Her Boston Terriers were her constant companions, and she found happiness in collecting Coca Cola memorabilia, Longaberger baskets, and treasures from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Christmas held a special place in her heart, and she poured her love into decorating for every holiday and watching Christmas movies. She also enjoyed shopping, always finding small delights to share with those she loved.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Cowan & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Van Wert, with Pastor Brad Custis officiating.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service.

Preferred memorials are to Everheart Hospice Group.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared at cowanfuneralhome.com

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