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.
Esta Darlene Balser
Jul 15, 2025
Esta Darlene Balser, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on Sunday, February 11th, 1934, in Clinton, Ohio, Esta lived a full and vibrant life, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and service.
Esta was preceded in death by her parents, William Russell Harris and Lula...
Tina Marie Smith
Jul 10, 2025
Tina Marie Smith, age 62, of Newark, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at Licking Memorial Hospital. Tina was born February 21, 1963 in Newark, Ohio. Tina and her husband were owners of The Barking Box. She cherished her Shih Tzu babies, Sweet Pea and Tootsie Rose.
Tina is survived by her beloved husband, Gary G. Smith, whom she married...
Charles Raymond Murray
Jul 10, 2025
Charles Raymond Murray, aged 84, of Hebron, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025. He was born in Athens, Ohio, on March 8, 1941 to the late Charles Robert and Ethel (Starcher) Murray.
Charlie is survived by his son, Duane (Lisa) Murray; grandchildren, Andrew (Rebecca) Murray, Kelly (Chris) Wilkin, Tim (Megan) Murray, Stephanie (Finn) Jones, Alaina (Brandon) Fuss-Cheatam, Hugh (Laura)...
Marilyn
Jul 8, 2025
A memorial gathering celebrating the life of Agnes Marilyn (Swaro) McGlaughlin, of Somerset, will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, July 14, at the Firehouse, 71 Maholm Street in Newark.
Marilyn was born July 1, 1934 in Buckingham, Ohio to the late John and Agnes (Bailey) Swaro. She passed away at her home from natural causes on Tuesday, July 8,...
Carol Sue Ault
Jul 6, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Carol Sue Ault, age 76, of Newark, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Robert Simpson, Carol’s stepfather, officiating. Burial will follow in Newark Memorial Gardens.
Friends may call from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 179 Granville...
David E. Young
Jul 5, 2025
David Eugene Young, age 66, of Heath, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Licking Memorial Hospital. David was born November 22, 1958 in Newark, Ohio to the late David Eugene Young, Sr. and the late Iva L. (Eshelman) Young.
Dave dabbled in many odd jobs. He enjoyed being outdoors and taking walks. He also loved to watch John Wayne...
Armour L. Goodman
Jul 5, 2025
Armour L. Goodman, a cherished resident of Nashport, Ohio, passed away at Genesis Hospital on Saturday, July 5th, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on Monday, September 3rd, 1934, in the quaint community of War Eagle, West Virginia, Armour was a dedicated family man, a proud veteran, and a beloved friend to many.
He is survived by his devoted wife,...
Robert Stephen Hisey Jr
Jul 1, 2025
Robert Stephen Hisey Jr. of Granville, OH passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on July 1st, 2025. He was 71 years old. Robert was born on December 4th, 1953, in Philadelphia Pennsylvania to Robert Stephen Hisey Sr. and Clara Theresa Hisey (Grier). He was the first to earn his Eagle Scout award in his Boy...
Timothy Lee Rarick
Jun 29, 2025
Timothy Lee Rarick, 49, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio on December 30, 1975.
He is survived by his mother, Debra Rarick; son, Hayden (Shyann Finefrock) Rarick; daughters, Alea Rarick and Aubriana Rarick; grandson, Myles Rarick; sister, Alana Ballenger; close family members, Luck (Pat) Angle and Judy Owens and step-mother, Gynette...
Richard Wagner
Jun 29, 2025
Richard Wagner, age 71, of Westerville, passed away on June 29, 2025. Rick graduated from Manchester High School in New Franklin, Ohio, and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois. After their graduation and marriage Rick and his wife Carol relocated to Westerville where they raised two children and Rick worked as a Senior Systems...
Dolores P. Jones
Jun 28, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Dolores P. Jones, age 100, of Newark, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Wes Humble officiating. Burial will follow in Newark Memorial Gardens.
Friends may call from 12-1 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street in Newark.
Dolores...
Sandra K. Welch
Jun 27, 2025
Sandra K. Welch, a beloved resident of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, due to injuries she sustained in an automobile accident. She was 60 years old and was born on June 12, 1965, in Columbus, Ohio. Sandra touched the hearts of many with her warmth, kindness, and devotion to her family.
Sandra was preceded in death by...
Alma Jean Bobo
Jun 27, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Alma Jean Bobo, age 83, of New Holland, will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, July 2, at the Kirkersville home of Hoskinson Funeral & Cremation Service with Pastor Matt Van Winkle officiating. Burial will follow in Kirkersville Cemetery where Alma Jean will be laid to rest next to her husband, Donald.
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James Allen Roberts
Jun 27, 2025
A graveside service celebrating the life of James Allen “Jim” Roberts, age 59, of Newark, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 3, at Newark Memorial Gardens.
Friends may call from 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home, 179 Granville Street in Newark.
Jim was born January 21, 1966 in Newark, Ohio. He passed away...
Deborah Kay Brown
Jun 25, 2025
Deborah Kay Brown of Buckeye Lake, Ohio, departed this life on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the age of 71. She was born on Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia, on May 14, 1954.
Deborah retired as an Account Technician at the Defense Finance & Accounting Service.
She is survived by her mother, Elizabeth Welch; daughter, Colleen (Eric) Boring; son, William...
James Kermit Berry
Jun 23, 2025
**Obituary for James Kermit Berry** It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Kermit Berry, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. James was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on Monday, June 23rd, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on February 19th, 1933, in Lancaster, Ohio, James lived a life full of...
James Douglas Corbett
Jun 22, 2025
With a very profound sense of loss, we say goodbye to Jim, who after living life fully, passed on after a prolonged series of health challenges. He packed in many experiences in his 88 years of life.
Jim was born on January 24, 1937 in Coshocton, Ohio. He graduated from Mifflin High School in 1955 and was voted most athletic in...
Kathy Antoinette Cunningham
Jun 21, 2025
Kathy Antoinette Cunningham passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at her home in Newark, Ohio. Born on January 10, 1957, in Hamilton, Ohio, Kathy lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family, friends, and community.Kathy was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many throughout her years....
Jeffrey "Jay" Catron
Jun 16, 2025
Jeffrey “Jay” Catron, age 54, of Newark, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 16, 2025. Jay was born April 26, 1971 in Dayton, Ohio to Herbert JC Catron and Lillian Louise (Luckadoo) Catron.
Jay was a brilliant light, not only intelligent, but sensitive, and made an impact on this earth. He was brave, strong, and bold in every endeavor. While we...
Guy Nelson Gray
Jun 15, 2025
Guy Nelson Gray, 69, of London, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 15, 2025.
Born in Columbus, Ohio on December 14, 1955, Guy spent his early years in California before returning to Ohio. He attended West High School and became a father of two at a young age. He got his start at Burger Chef and went on to manage the...