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.
Victoria L. Kiser
Nov 27, 2025
A memorial service celebrating the life of Victoria L. “Vicki” Kiser, age 77, of Newark, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, at the Church of St. Edward the Confessor, 785 Newark Granville Road in Granville with Father Timothy Hayes officiating.
Vicki was born June 21, 1948 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Mitchell and Elizabeth (Harner) McMillan....
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...
Robert James Cullen
Nov 26, 2025
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Robert James Cullen, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle passed away peacefully November 26, at home surrounded by family. Born in Harrisville, OH, on May 20,1938, the oldest of eleven children, to the late James and Grace Virginia Cullen. Bob's life was one of dedication to...
Constance Ann Glaser
Nov 25, 2025
Constance Ann “Connie” Glaser, age 92, of Granville, Ohio, passed away peacefully in Hospice care at Sharon Brooke on November 25, 2025, after a long and courageous journey with dementia. Born on January 28, 1933, in Huron, South Dakota, Connie was the beloved daughter of Sally and Vinton Sawyer and sister to Marylin Rytel.
During her childhood, she lived in South...
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,...
Cynthia "Cindy" R. Hollis
Nov 19, 2025
Born May 6, 1952, in Newark, Ohio, Cynthia “Cindy” R. Hollis left a legacy of love and generosity that will long be remembered by those who knew her.
Cindy wanted to live: she was a warrior. Cindy passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the age of 73 after a brief battle with cancer.
Cindy was dedicated to her career...
Bonnie J. Jordan
Nov 18, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Bonnie J. Jordan, age 92, of Columbus, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 24, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Service with Pastor Clifton Kilpatrick officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Granville.
Friends may call from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street...
Patricia Louise "Pat" Tolliver
Nov 18, 2025
Patricia Louise “Pat” Tolliver, age 86, of Thornville, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Altercare Thornville. Pat was born September 4, 1939 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Michael E. and Grace (Koblentz) Jarvis.
Pat retired from Huntington Bank where she had been employed for 30 years. She enjoyed gardening, reading, and working outside in her yard.
She is survived...
T. Michael Antle
Nov 17, 2025
T Michael “Mike” Antle was born on December 3, 1952, in Athens, Ohio to the late Joseph N and Josephine (Moody) Antle. He was a 1971 graduate of Sheridan High School and served with the Ohio Air National Guard out of Zanesville from 1972-1978.
Mike is survived by the love of his life and loving wife of 53 years, Debora and...
Jane Carstensen Heller
Nov 13, 2025
Jane grew up in Bowling Green, Ohio and went on to graduate from Denison University where she majored in Philosophy of Religion. She carried the philosophical cornerstones of curiosity and questioning with her as threads she wove through each chapter of her long and remarkable life.
Jane met Jack Heller when he returned to Denison to complete his degree after serving...
Williard Diehl, Jr.
Nov 13, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Williard Diehl, Jr., age 80, of Newark, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Chuck McRobie officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery where Military Honors will be observed by the Licking County Veterans Alliance.
Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday,...
James Richard Johnson
Nov 13, 2025
On November 13, 2025, James Richard Johnson (Dick) (JR), was called home after 20 years of suffering from Parkinson's Disease. He was 90 years old. He was born in Newark, Ohio, on November 11, 1935.
He was a graduate of Kirkersville School, Kirkersville, Ohio, in 1953.
He leaves his lovely wife, Emily Charlene (Davis) Johnson, they were married on December 25. 1955,...
Mary C. (Gingras) Johnson
Nov 12, 2025
Mary C. (Gingras) Johnson, born on July 14, 1977, in Newark, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, in Saint Clairsville, OH, . Mary touched the lives of many and left an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to know her.
A dedicated scholar, Mary was a proud graduate of The Ohio State University, holding a Master’s degree and maintaining...
Charles Edward Bird
Nov 9, 2025
Charles Edward Bird, of Granville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, November 9th, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born on March 18, 1943, in Hurricane, West Virginia, to the late Charles Earnest Bird and Virginia (Wheeler) Bird Ward.
Charles was a dedicated heavy equipment operator, proudly serving the George J. Igel & Co., Inc. company for over 34 years....
Lois Jean Steele
Nov 6, 2025
Lois Jean Steele (Bryant), 87, of Newark, died surrounded by family, on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Hospice of Central Ohio at Licking Memorial Hospital. She was born September 8, 1938, in Piqua, Ohio to the late Floyd and Cora (Fine) Bryant.
Lois was preceded in 2000 by her husband of 35 years, Marvin. She is survived by her sister, Connie;...
John William Weaver
Nov 5, 2025
John William Weaver, age 77, of Thornville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 5, 2025 at Genesis Perry County Medical Center. He was born April 18, 1948 in Newark, Ohio to the late William Lee and Della Mae (Dillon) Weaver.
John dedicated 20 years of his career to Newark Novelty, where he worked in sales and formed many lifelong friendships. Previously,...