Waste shipments resume from Ohio toxic train derailment

EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — Contaminated waste from the site of a fiery train derailment in Ohio began moving out again Monday, after concerns were raised during the weekend about oversight of where it was being shipped, federal officials said.

The Environmental Protection Agency also announced that two new hazardous waste sites will receive some of the shipments — an incinerator in Grafton, Ohio, and a landfill in Roachdale, Indiana.

The EPA now is getting close to having enough certified facilities to take all of the waste from the site of the Feb. 3 derailment in East Palestine, said Debra Shore, a regional administrator with the agency.

Officials on Saturday had ordered Norfolk Southern to “pause” shipments to allow additional oversight measures. Some liquid and solid waste had already been taken to sites in Michigan and Texas.

About 1.8 million gallons of liquid waste have been collected from the derailment site, according to the Ohio EPA.

Some of the remaining liquid waste is going to a facility in Vickery, Ohio, for disposal in an underground injection well. Norfolk Southern is also shipping solid waste to an incinerator in East Liverpool, Ohio.

No one was injured when 38 rail cars derailed more than three weeks ago. After fears grew about a potential explosion, officials opted to release and burn toxic vinyl chloride from five tanker cars, sending black smoke billowing into the sky.

Lowell J. Jarrell, age 85, a resident of Toledo and formerly of Shelby, died on Tuesday February 21, 2023 at Parkcliffe Assisted Living.

Born September 3, 1937 in Eliott County, Kentucky to George and Vesta (Stamper) Jarrell, he had been a Shelby resident from 1944 until he moved to Toledo in 2019 to be with his daughter. He was formerly employed with Shelby Business Forms, retiring in 2001 and was later employed with Shelby City Schools for 10 years. A 1956 graduate of Shelby High School, he played varsity basketball and baseball. Lowell was a member of the United Church of Christ, he enjoyed walking and riding his bike.

Survivors include one son, David (Barbara) Jarrell of Severna Park, MD; two daughters, Becky (Gary) Brittenham of Toledo and Debbie Graham of Chesapeake, VA; six grandchildren, Elizabeth O’neil, Stephanie Bolles, Tim Jarrell, Andrew Jarrell, Brad Graham, and Bethany Williamson; sister, Ruby Alfrey of Shelby; nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Randy Graham; two infant brothers, Lonnie and Leonard Jarrell, four sisters, Velda Boyd, Essie Hicks, Ann Hunter, and Pearlene Jarrell.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at the Barkdull Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday, March 4, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.. A memorial service will take place immediately following the visitation with Pastor James Robinson officiating. There will be no burial at this time.

In place of flowers memorial donations may be made to Shelby Help Line Ministries 29 1/2 Walnut Street Shelby, Ohio 44875, or Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 East River Rd., Perrysburg, Ohio 43551.

Online condolences can be made at www.barkdullfuneralhome.com

Willard Martin “Willie” Mckinney, age 72, of Shelby, died Saturday morning, February 25, 2023 at Avita Health System- Galion Hospital following a brief and unexpected illness. Although Willie had a lifetime of health complications, he was always a fighter and survivor who continually had a strong desire and will to live.

Willie was born August 21, 1950 in Shelby to the late Ross and Vivian (Bly) Mckinney. A 1968 graduate of Shelby High

School, he furthered his education at North Central Technical College earning an associate degree in mechanical engineering. Willie was a firefighter for the Shelby Fire Department from April 2, 1972 – November 16, 1991 at which time he retired. On off days from the department, he worked at Robinson’s Hardware in Shelby as a small engine mechanicsomething he also did as a hobby for neighbors and friends at his home workshop.

Willie was quite the storyteller who had an outstanding memory and impressive mathematic skills. He was a Cleveland Indians fanatic and loved everything outdoors- especially going to the woods to cut firewood and relaxing on his porch at home. Willie took up bike riding when driving was no longer an option and logged over 2,000 riding miles. He also thoroughly enjoyed watching westerns and especially loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Chandra Gwen (Biettner) Mckinney, whom he wed September 10, 1976; daughter and son-in-law: Candace and Nathan Blunk; grandchildren: Juliana and Cassidy; sister: Kathy (Jim) Fidler; brothers-in-law: Scott (Heidi) Biettner and Shawn (Sherri) Biettner; nieces and nephews: Scott Rush, Jonathan (Kelly) Rush, Kyle (Charlie) Cooke, Kari (John) Nettle, Gabe Biettner, Ella Biettner, Kurt Biettner; and other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Willie was preceded in death by his sister: Carolyn Lee Rush.

Family and friends are welcome on Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 5-8 pm at the Penwell Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby where funeral services will be held on Friday, of the Shelby FOE post March 3, 2023 at 11 am. #763.

Pastor David Rentzel, Janelle was a rock & Pastor of Abundant Life roll trivia fanatic and a in Ontario, will officiate lover of Led Zeppelin. An the services with burial avid Cleveland Browns following in Oakland and Detroit Lions football Cemetery. Willie was an fan, she looked animal lover who adored forward to discussing his pets. For that reason, football games with anyone those wishing may make who would listen. a memorial contribution She enjoyed traveling to the Richland County and white water rafting Human Society via their with her family. Janelle website, https://adoptourstrays.com/support-us/. will be remembered as a “tree-hugger”. With her love for politics and

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She is survived by her father, Ken Straw, her half-sister, Amy Betch, and her aunts Dr. Christine (Jon Pagenkopf) Straw of Milwaukee and Dr. Lorraine Straw of Milwaukee, as well as numerous other relatives and many close friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Janet E. Straw in 2003 and her uncle Dr. Gregory Straw, maternal grandparents, Earl and Jane Anderson and paternal grandparents

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Friends may visit at the Barkdull Funeral Home & Crematory in Shelby, Thursday, March 2, 2023, from 4:00-6:00pm. A celebration of life will immediately follow at 6:00pm with Pastor David Sipes officiating. A live stream of services will begin at 6:00pm via the Barkdull Funeral Home Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/barkdullfh

In place of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorials be made in the form of donations to the family in care of Barkdull Funeral Home to help offset funeral costs.

Online condolences can be made at www.barkdullfuneralhome.com

Janelle Lorraine Straw, age 32, passed away Friday, February 24, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, following a brief illness.

Born February 8, 1991, in Shelby to Ken and Janet E. (Anderson) Straw, she had been a Shelby resident until 2008 when moving to Grand Rapids, MI. A 2009 graduate of Comstock Park High School in Michigan. She then went on to further her education at Aquinas College where she received her bachelor’s degree in Sustainable Business. Janelle returned to her hometown of Shelby in 2018 and was a member