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.
Sarah Salyer
Jan 6, 2026
Today, we celebrate the life of Sarah Salyer, lovingly known as “Birch” - a woman whose greatest legacy was her family.
Throughout her life, she filled many roles: daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She carried each one with love, strength, and an unwavering sense of priority—family always came first. If you were part of her family, you never had to...
Jack Ray Bentley, Sr.
Jan 4, 2026
Jack Ray Bentley, Sr., age 73, of Newark, passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 4, 2026. Jack was born May 25, 1952 in Pulaski, Virginia.
Jack loved fishing, hunting, working on cars, and riding his motorcycle.
He is survived by his loving wife, Pamela S. (Detty) Bentley; four children, Jackie Bentley of Newark, Samantha (Raymond) Howard of Heath, Tommy Bentley...
Myron Willard Clary
Jan 4, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Myron Willard Clary, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this life on Sunday, January 4, 2026, in Newark, OH. Born on Monday, May 26, 1952, in Newark, Ohio, Myron lived a life filled with adventure, dedication, and love for his family and community.Myron was a devoted father to Clint A....
Norma Heckler Bossart
Jan 3, 2026
A graveside service honoring the life of Norma Lorene Heckler Bossart, age 97, of Granville, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, at Maple Grove Cemetery in Granville.
Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, January 16, at McPeek Hoekstra Hoskinson Funeral Home, 133 South Prospect Street, Granville.
Born in Youngwood, Pennsylvania, Norma was the daughter of the...
Ann (LeFevre) Fryman
Jan 2, 2026
We mourn the passing of Ann (Lefevre) Fryman, age 89. She is survived by her husband, Richard L. Fryman of Granville; children, Dave (Kathy) Fryman of Nashport, Amy (Michael) Grim of Chillicothe, and Libby Aguirre of Lewis Center; three grandchildren, David (Clarissa) Grim, Elizabeth (Zach) Read, and Cristian Aguirre; and one great-grandchild, Eliana Read.
Ann attended Ohio Wesleyan University and started...
Teddy Wayne Keller
Jan 2, 2026
Teddy "Ted" W. Keller was born on July 15, 1949, in Fairfield County, Ohio, to Bob and Carol (Gantz) Keller.
He graduated from Millersport High School in 1967 and was a member of the football team during its historic 1965 season, when the team finished undefeated and unscored upon.
In 1969, Ted was drafted into active military service with the United States...
Gene A. Church
Dec 30, 2025
A memorial service celebrating the life of Gene A. “Geno” Church (Roark, Jr.), age 56, of Brownsville, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, at the Brownsville Christian Life Center, 15605 US 40 in Brownsville, with Pastor Amonie Akens officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 to 1:30 PM prior to the service at the church.
Gene...
Elmer Claudio Trubiano
Dec 30, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Elmer Claudio Trubiano, who left this world on December 30th, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on September 1st, 1928, in Benwood, West Virginia, Elmer spent an extraordinary life surrounded by family and friends who cherished him dearly.
Elmer served his country with pride as a...
Don Richard Haven
Dec 28, 2025
Don Richard Haven, sailor and educator, passed away on December 28, 2025. He was born in La Porte City, Iowa, in 1947, and graduated from La Porte City (now Union) High School and Upper Iowa University in Fayette, Iowa.
Upon graduation from college in 1969, Haven enlisted in the United States Navy. He served for just over 29 years in both...
Carl Lee Hoffer
Dec 28, 2025
Carl Lee Hoffer, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28th, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Newark, Ohio on August 19, 1948, Carl was a cherished resident of Newark who made a lasting impact on all who knew him.Carl dedicated his life to his work and community. He was a devoted...
Michael Thomas Cloud
Dec 26, 2025
Michael Thomas Cloud, 79, of Hebron, Ohio, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025. He was born on May 30, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Miles and Dorothy Cloud.
He is survived by his wife, Jamie Cloud, with whom he shared a lifetime of memories and happiness. They married on February 12, 1966. He is also survived by his...
Wanda Justine Skaggs
Dec 26, 2025
Wanda Justine Skaggs, 83, of Glenford, Ohio, passed away on Friday, December 26th, 2025, in Newark. Ohio. She was born on June 17, 1942, in Lancaster, Ohio, to the late Robert Lewis and Mildred Jewel (Wheaton) Hannan.
Wanda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Samuel Skaggs; brother, Tom Hannan and grandchild, Casey Tysinger.
Her family was the joy of her...
Charles "Cork" F. Rey Jr.
Dec 26, 2025
Charles “Cork” F. Rey Jr, age 78 of Newark passed away after an extended illness on Friday, December 26, 2025, at The Ohio State University Ross Heart Hospital. He was born February 17, 1947, in Newark, Ohio to the late Charles F. and Alma M. (Hoyt) Rey.
Cork retired from Martin Systems with over 40 years of service. He was a...
John L. Santo
Dec 25, 2025
On Thursday, December 25th, 2025, our dad, John L. Santo, passed away. Even after his recent cancer diagnosis, the timing was completely unexpected.
We had no idea that we could write our own obituary. Even though it’s been hard to think about his death, and encapsulate his life and what he meant to us into one page, we wanted to share...
Norma Jean Martin
Dec 25, 2025
Norma Jean Martin, 88, of Arcadia Florida, passed away on Thursday December 25th in Tidewell Hospice House, Arcadia, Florida. She was born on June 30,1937, in Newark Ohio to the late Guy Andrew Charlton and Emily (Whaley) Charlton also of Newark Ohio.
Norma was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald Erwin Martin; son Donald Wesley Martin; sister Roberta Ann...
Charles Bryan Ferrell Sr.
Dec 24, 2025
Charles Bryan Ferrell Sr, age 75 of Heath, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus. He was born June 13, 1950, in Newark, Ohio to the late Dallas Bryan and Thelma Agnes (Padgett) Ferrell.
Charlie was an avid fan of WWE wrestling, The Ohio State Buckeyes and Dallas Cowboys.
In addition to his parents, he is also...
Terry Lee Etter
Dec 23, 2025
Terry Lee Etter, age 74, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on October 2, 1951, in Defiance, Ohio.
Terry achieved a Bachelor of Communications from Ohio University in 1974. He received his Juris Doctorate from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. in 1989. He had worked at WVTL Radio in...
Noel Rodney Smith
Dec 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Noel Rodney Smith, who passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the age of 99, in Newark, Ohio. He was born on June 2, 1926, in Glenford, Ohio, to the late Percy and Bertha Elizabeth (Longshore) Smith.
Noel proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1944...
Robert W. Nutter
Dec 21, 2025
Robert “Bob” W. Nutter, 94 formerly of Granville and Newark peacefully passed away on December 21, 2025, with his daughter by his side in the Memory Care Unit at The Avalon of New Albany where he resided for the past three years. Bob was born in Hubbard, Ohio on March 13, 1931, as the middle child to George W. and...
Terry Lee Barber
Dec 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terry Lee Barber, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left us on Friday, December 19, 2025, at the age of 63. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Terry was a long-time resident of Newark, Ohio, where he dedicated his life to his family and work.
Terry was an expert drywall...