Remembering Loved Ones Local Obituaries
Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service posts local obituaries from the families that we serve in the areas of Licking County & Perry County in Ohio.
Tyson Lee Sparks
Dec 13, 2025
Tyson Lee Sparks, age 51, of Newark, Ohio passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. He was born on March 15, 1974 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Russ and Betty (Hesson) Sparks.
In addition to spending time with family during his lifetime, Tyson enjoyed vacationing on the beach, photography, riding...
George Lawrence Spiker, Sr.
Dec 13, 2025
George Lawrence Spiker Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on Monday, January 6, 1941, in Bellaire, Ohio, George spent his final years residing in Millersport, OH, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
George is survived by his devoted wife of over...
Dorothy Virginia Chapman
Dec 11, 2025
Dorothy Virginia Chapman, age 94, passed away on December 11, 2025. She was born on September 8, 1931, in Newton Township, to the late Harry M. and Mary (VanWinkle) Pound. Dorothy graduated from Utica High School in 1949, and married Don M. Chapman in 1950.
Dorothy is survived by her children, Rod (Cathy), Donna (Michael) Paxton, Gary (Oveta), Chris (Buster) Palmer....
Melissa Ann Waters
Dec 11, 2025
Melissa Ann (Rowley) Waters, age 54 of Millersport, Ohio died Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Licking Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Melissa was born on April 25, 1971. Her parents were William and Carmen (Keller) Rowley. She went to Kirkersville Elementary and graduated from Watkins Memorial High School, Pataskala, in 1989. Melissa attended Ohio University for her BA in...
Charles A. Fromm
Dec 11, 2025
Charles “Chad” A. Fromm, age 91, of Chillicothe, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Adena Health Care. He was born May 1, 1934, in Chillicothe, to the late August and Harriet Fromm of Hebron.
Chad proudly served in the United States Air Force for 26 years, retiring with the rank of Master Sergeant. Throughout his military career, he was honored...
Patty Sue Harris
Dec 9, 2025
Patty Sue Harris, 71, of Hebron, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on Monday, November 1, 1954, in Newark, Ohio, to the late Nina (Thacker) and Lawrence Gleckler.
Patty was truly an amazing and deeply cherished mother and grandmother, whose greatest joy was found in caring for others. Her loving heart knew no...
Brent R. Emmert
Dec 8, 2025
Brent R. Emmert, fondly known as “Papal”, age 63, of Thornville, passed away at his home on Monday, December 8, 2025. He was born on September 25, 1962 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Leo and Patricia (Hill) Emmert.
Brent graduated in 1980 from the Mid-East Career Center in the automotive program. He started running a bulldozer at a young age...
Steve Dwayne Allen
Dec 7, 2025
Steve Dwayne Allen, 70, of Newark, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, December 7th, 2025. He was born on Thursday, January 20th, 1955, in Newark, Ohio, to the late Donald and Lena (Small) Allen.
Steve was a skilled fabricator and devoted his professional life to Owens Corning Fiberglas. In addition to his career, Steve found great joy in his hobbies and the...
Lamar O. Woods
Dec 2, 2025
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A funeral service celebrating the life of Lamar O. Woods, age 84, of Newark, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with his...
Andrew Scott Will
Dec 1, 2025
Andrew Scott Will, 72, of Thornville, Ohio, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025. He was born in Gallipolis, Ohio, on January, 27, 1953, to the late Lawrence and Lura Mae (Sprague) Will.
Per Andrew's wishes, there will be no services at this time.
Hoskinson Funeral & Cremation Service is honored to care for Andrew and his family.
Donald E. Morrow, Sr.
Nov 30, 2025
Donald E. Morrow Sr., a cherished father, loving partner, and respected community member, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in Newark, Ohio at the age of 76 years old.
Born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, on a crisp Friday, January 7, 1949, Donald was the beloved son of the late James Morrow and Mary S. Jones. He was preceded in death...
Randall Gray
Nov 29, 2025
Randall “Randy” Gray, age 71 of Columbus, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 29, 2025. He was born January 3, 1954 in Zanesville, Ohio.
Randy was a 1972 graduate of Sheridan High School. He retired from the United States Air Force after 25 years of service and retired from The Ohio State University.
Randy was an avid collector of many things and...
Charles M. "Chuck" Goble
Nov 28, 2025
Charles M. Goble, a beloved resident of Hebron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28th, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on Thursday, June 5th, 1941, in Columbus, Ohio, Charles, fondly known as Chuck, led a fulfilling life dedicated to family, community, and passion for his interests.
Chuck poured his heart and expertise into his role as Vice President...
Travis A. Mirra
Nov 28, 2025
Travis A. Mirra, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025, in Newark, OH, at the age of 84. Born on Wednesday, July 2, 1941, in Philadelphia, PA, Travis led a life full of passion, dedication, and service.
A respected and cherished member of the Newark community, Travis, and his late wife, Sharon, were the...
Meritt Keith Thogmartin
Nov 27, 2025
Funeral services, celebrating the life of Meritt Keith Thogmartin, 93, of Millersport, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Covenant Church, 11544 Summerland Beach Road, Millersport, Ohio, with Pastor Steve Bush as celebrant. Burial will follow in Millersport Cemetery.
Meritt Keith Thogmartin passed into the presence of our Lord on November 27, 2025, seven years to...
Paul D. Daniels
Nov 26, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Paul D. Daniels, age 90, of Newark, will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 5, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home. Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street in Newark.
Paul was born November 26, 1935 in Belpre, Ohio to the late...
Forrest H. Melick
Nov 25, 2025
Forrest "Woody" H. Melick, 86, of Hebron, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in his home. He was born on April 10, 1939, in Bladensburg, Ohio, to the late Willard and Marjorie (Wade) Melick.
Woody spent his career working as a machinist at Kaiser Aluminum. Beyond his professional life, he had a passion for woodworking and bluegrass music. Forrest...
Kristina "Krissy" Rose Fortney
Nov 24, 2025
Kristina Rose "Krissy" Fortney, beloved significant other, mother, daughter, sister, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24th, 2025, in Newark, Ohio. Born on March 31st, 1983, in Newark, Krissy graced the world with her vibrant spirit for 42 years.
Krissy was a dedicated housekeeper at Arlington Care Center in Newark, where her work ethic and kindhearted nature touched...
Linda Sue Hoskinson
Nov 24, 2025
Linda Sue Hoskinson, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 24, 2025, at the Selma Markowitz Care Center (operated by Hospice of Central Ohio).
Linda was born December 1, 1941, in Newark, Ohio to the late Allan H. and Martha E. Nethers (Karicofe). She retired from Earthworks Dental (Thomas Hiebel, DDS) in 2009 after 30 years of...
Randy Miles Williams, Sr.
Nov 21, 2025
Randy Miles Williams, Sr., age 69, of Pataskala, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025 at his home. He was born September 6, 1956 in Newark, Ohio to the late Marvin “Shorty” and Anna Mae (Allen) Williams.
Randy was a 1975 graduate of Watkins Memorial High School. Horses were a huge part of Randy’s life and he retired as a Driver,...