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.
Charles A. Richards
May 31, 2026
Charles A. Richards, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and esteemed community member, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on the Richards farmhouse on Montgomery Road in Licking County, Charles's journey began in a place rooted in love and resilience.
Charles was a proud graduate of Newark High School, class of 1952. His life...
Ginger Lynn Holtz
May 30, 2026
A funeral service celebrating the life of Ginger Lynn Holtz, age 64, of Pataskala, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, at the Summit Community Free Will Baptist Church with Pastor Brad Williamson officiating. Burial will take place in Kirkersville Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. prior to the service at the church, 14194 Cleveland...
Cheryl Lynn (Bryson) Rosser
May 29, 2026
A memorial service celebrating the life of Cheryl Lynn (Bryson) Rosser, age 70, of Buckeye Lake, will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, at the Hebron Chapel of Hoskinson Funeral & Cremation Service.
Friends may call from 1-2 & 5-7 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 108 North 7th Street, Hebron.
Cheryl was born January 10,...
Carol Ann Wickham
May 28, 2026
A funeral service celebrating the life of Carol Ann Wickham, age 81, of Newark, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 4, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home. Burial will take place in Cedar Hill Cemetery.Friends may call from 4-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street in Newark.
Carol was born July 26,...
Shirley A. Crawford
May 28, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Shirley A. Crawford, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 28th, 2026, in Newark, OH. Born on July 10th, 1939 in Gladwin, Michigan, Shirley led a life full of love, kindness, and dedication, touching the hearts of those who were...
Jeanette Marie Melick
May 26, 2026
Jeanette "Jan" Marie Melick, 85, of Hebron, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in Westerville, Ohio. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, on June 12, 1940, to the late Sherman and Marie (Wheeler) Engle.
Jan had a variety of hobbies. She was an avid horseshoe player who competed in state and nationwide tournaments, she loved to golf, bowl, line...
Joseph Russell Rodgers
May 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of Joseph Russell Rodgers, 57, of Hebron, Ohio, who died in an automobile accident on May 21, 2026, while returning home from work. He was born on September 14, 1968, in Newark, Ohio, Joe, Who affectionately known as "Joey" to his childhood friends, was the cherished son...
Jerry G. Foor
May 20, 2026
Jerry G. Foor, age 83 of Pataskala passed away Wednesday May 20, 2026, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 25, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio the son of the late Lloyd W. and Martha E. (Oldfield) Foor.
He was a 1960 graduate of Watkins Memorial High School. Jerry was a dedicated Sheet Metal Worker of Local...
Marilyn Ann Fraunfelter
May 18, 2026
A funeral service celebrating the life of Marilyn Ann Fraunfelter, age 90, of Newark, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Michael A. Fraunfelter (grandson) officiating. Burial will take place in Newark Memorial Gardens.
Friends may call from 11 am-1 pm prior to the service at the funeral home,...
Mildred "Millie" Haugen
May 17, 2026
Mildred "Millie" Haugen, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at her residence in Lewis Center, OH, at the age of 85. Born on Thursday, January 16th, 1941, in Bladenboro, NC, Millie was a beacon of warmth and kindness throughout her life.
A dedicated day care owner and operator, and foster parent, Millie devoted...
Kenneth Leroy Bungard
May 16, 2026
A graveside service honoring the life of Kenneth Leroy “Kenny” Bungard, age 78, of Glenford, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29, at Cedar Hill Cemetery with Pastor Cory Campbell officiating. Military honors will be observed by the Licking County Veterans Alliance.
Kenny was born August 11, 1947 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Lewis Watson Bungard and...
Thomas "TJ" J. Walser
May 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas J. Walser, affectionately known as TJ, who left this world on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the age of 54. A longtime resident of Pleasantville, Ohio, TJ was born on a crisp fall day, Thursday, November 18, 1971, in Columbus, Ohio.
TJ was a beloved member of his community,...
Marcie Evette Wheatley
May 15, 2026
Marcie Evette Wheatley, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15th, 2026, at the age of 51. Born on Sunday, March 2nd, 1975, in Zanesville, Ohio, Marcie spent her final years residing in Westerville, Ohio, surrounded by her cherished family and friends.
Marcie's life will be honored in a Celebration of Life service on...
Glen "Junior" William Modesitt, Jr.
May 14, 2026
Glen W. "Junior" Modesitt, Jr., a cherished resident of Newark, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on April 14, 1955, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Junior led a life full of warmth, dedication, and enthusiasm for his passions.
Junior was a devoted brother to his surviving siblings, Dave Modesitt, Little Sandy, and Jimmy...
Ronald Lee Coulter
May 14, 2026
Ronald Lee Coulter, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his seep on Wednesday, 14 May 2026 while in the care of the Pickering House and Fairhope Hospice of Fairfield County, Ohio.
Ron was born 06 May 1941 to Norman & Juanita (Guge) Coulter in Columbus, Ohio. He is a graduate of West High School, Class of 1959, in Columbus, Ohio....
Frank J. Roberts
May 13, 2026
Frank J. Roberts, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on a crisp spring day in Newark, OH, Frank was the son of the late Edgar and Geneva Roberts.
A dedicated Route Salesman with Gummer Wholesale, Frank was known for his hard work and...
Betty Irene Matson
May 12, 2026
Betty Irene (Lendon) Matson, age 89, of Buckeye Lake, Ohio left this world on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 after an extended illness. Betty was born August 18, 1936 in Lewisville, Ohio.
Betty will be missed by her five surviving children: Patricia (Patty) Showalter of Newark, Ohio, Rita Dolan of Millersport, Ohio, James (Molly) Kurtz of Buckeye Lake, Ohio, Jerry (Maria) Kurtz...
Eva LaVaughn Swiger
May 11, 2026
Eva LaVaughn Swiger, 87, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, in Newark, Ohio. She was born on March 16, 1939, in Brown, West Virginia, to the late David and Mary (Ash) Shrader.
Eva devoted her life to being a homemaker, where she created a nurturing environment filled with warmth and love within her own home.
She is survived...
Kimberlee Sue Hupp
May 9, 2026
A graveside service celebrating the life of Kimberlee Sue (Lamb) Hupp, age 68, of Newark, will be held at 11:30am on Thursday, May 14, at Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Friends may call from 10-11am on Thursday at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home, 179 Granville Street in Newark, Ohio.
Kimberlee was born April 18, 1958 in Newark, Ohio to the late James E. and...
Carolyn Sue Wright
May 8, 2026
Carolyn Sue Wright, age 76, of Newark, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026 at the Selma Markowitz Care Center (operated by Hospice of Central Ohio).
Carolyn was born September 1, 1949 in Lancaster, Ohio. She retired from the OEA Teachers Union where she was a secretary.
She is survived by her loving son, Richard Allen “Rick” Hupp; a brother, Michael W....