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.
Brent Christopher Bennett
Dec 15, 2025
Brent Christopher Bennett, age 76, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on December 15, 2025, at Licking Memorial Hospital, following a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born in Newark, Ohio, on October 8, 1949. His loving parents were June Chester Bennett and Donald Neal Bennett.
Brent was a 1967 graduate of Granville High School, where he played baseball and proudly...
Mary K. Verdon
Dec 14, 2025
Mary Kathryn (Kihm) Verdon, RN, passed away peacefully during a short hospital stay at Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital on Sunday, December 14, surrounded by her beloved children and family members. She was 91 years old.
Mary was a compassionate and devoted mother, friend, retired school nurse for the Newark City School District, prolific community volunteer, and an exceptional tennis player. She...
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
A funeral mass for Melissa Ann (Rowley) Waters, age 54 of Millersport, Ohio, will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday January 17, 2026 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 5133 Walnut Rd, Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:30 AM in the Church Hall. Father Fritz Valcin, Celebrant.
Melissa Ann (Rowley) Waters, died Thursday,...
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...
Donald Wayne Shrock
Dec 10, 2025
Donald Wayne Shrock, a cherished resident of Newark, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the age of 75.
Born in Newark on October 28,1950, Don led a life full of curiosity and creativity. With a career as an expert electrician, he was known for his keen intellect and dexterous skills, contributions that have left a lasting mark...
Patty Sue Harris
Dec 9, 2025
A celebration of Patty’s life will be held on January 24, 2026, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the Impact City Church, 8577 Watkins Rd. SW, Pataskala, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Buckeye Lake Humane Society. Donations can be mailed to BLAHS, Box 1502, Buckeye Lake 43008 or donate through our website...
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...
Paul McGilvery Ackerman
Dec 6, 2025
Paul Ackerman, a beloved husband and father, passed away on December 6, 2025, at the age of 64. He was well known for his quick wit and generous heart to all who had contact with him. He was born in Derry, New Hampshire September 7, 1961. He will be greatly missed by his wife and best friend, Jean HerendeenAckerman, and...
Shirley Herendeen
Dec 5, 2025
Shirley Herendeen, a loved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away on August 17, 2025, at the age of 88. She was known for her love of family and her generosity. Born in Circlehill, Ohio, south of Nelsonville, at home on November 22, 1936, she had a long life of dedication to others. Shirley worked side by side with her...
Lamar O. Woods
Dec 2, 2025
THE VISITATION & FUNERAL OF LAMAR WOODS WILL BE LIVE-STREAMED BEGINNING AT 11:00 A.M. PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW OR COPY AND PASTE THE URL IN YOUR BROWSER.
https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc2NTQyMTMxNzM5MjQ2NSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==
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...
Liza Holland Wheeler
Nov 29, 2025
A memorial service celebrating the life of Liza Holland Wheeler, age 49, of Newark, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 18, at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 107 East Broadway in Granville, with the Reverend Julia Joyce-Miesse officiating. Private inurnment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Liza was born July 8, 1976 in Newark, Ohio. She passed away on...
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...