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.
Verna Lee Wells
Sep 4, 2025
I won’t be far away for life goes on. So, if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can’t see or touch me, I’ll be near. And if you listen with your heart, you’ll hear all my love around you soft and clear. And then, when you must come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a...
James Joseph Karsko
Sep 3, 2025
James Joseph Karsko, 74, of Heath, passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2025 in Licking Memorial Hospital, Newark. He was born December 12, 1950 in Columbus, the son of the late Joseph J. and Ann M Karsko. He was a 1968 graduate of Bishop Hartley High School. James was a successful self employed small business owner, owning several businesses throughout his...
Norman E. McCoy
Sep 3, 2025
Norman Elijah McCoy, age 94, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the Inn at Chapel Grove in Heath, Ohio.
Norman was born February 17, 1931, in Gauley Mills, West Virginia, to the late William F. and Selah (Hinkle) McCoy. He was a graduate of Grafton High School.
Norman honorably served in the United States Marine...
Brenda Colleen Painter
Aug 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda Colleen Painter, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, who left us on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the age of 59. Born in Columbus, Ohio on December 28, 1965, Brenda spent her life bringing joy and laughter to those around her.
Residing in Newark, Ohio, Brenda was a cherished...
Nancy Mary Schneider
Aug 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Nancy Mary Schneider, who departed this life on Wednesday, August 27th, 2025, at her home in Newark, Ohio. Born on November 15th, 1956, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Nancy was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend who touched the lives of all who knew her.
Nancy is...
Mary Jane Eickelberger
Aug 27, 2025
Mary Jane “Jane” Eickelberger lived a life full of a love of learning and family. Born on September 12, 1937, in Kane, Pennsylvania.She was the beloved daughter of Frank and Ruby Avoy. She graduated from James Ford Rhodes High School in Cleveland, Ohio and went on to earn her B.A. in Elementary Education from Miami University, preparing her for the...
Roxanne Dobbins
Aug 27, 2025
Roxanne Dobbins, 66, of Buckeye Lake, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. She was born in Newark, Ohio, on March 15, 1959.
She is survived by her son, James Dobbins; daughter, Brandy (Erik) Gettles; grandchildren, Meadow, Alianna, and Hunter Gettles; sister, Alice Messer, along with her nieces, Loretta Shull and Debbie Messer.
Roxanne was preceded in death by her husband,...
James C Wilson
Aug 27, 2025
James Charles Wilson, a resident of Thornville, Ohio, passed away August 27, 2025 at the age of 88. Jim was the son of Dalton and Icel (Welch) Wilson of Hemlock, Ohio. He was a 1955 graduate of Shawnee High School where he was an outstanding basketball player. He married his wife Janet (West) who preceded him in passing in 1997....
Thomas David Price
Aug 26, 2025
T. David Price, 89, of Granville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. David was a proud fifth generation member of the Price family of the Welsh Hills. Born and raised among the rolling fields of the Price Fruit Farm on Price Road (Newark, Ohio), David carried forward his family’s deep ties to the land and community throughout his...
Tyler A. Geiger
Aug 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tyler A. Geiger, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend. Tyler left us unexpectedly on Monday, August 25th, 2025. Born in Columbus, Ohio, on March 5th, 1992, Tyler brought joy and laughter to all who knew him.
Tyler was a dedicated and valued member of the Axium Packaging, Inc. family...
Mark Anthony Dwiggins
Aug 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mark Anthony Dwiggins, who departed this life on Monday, August 25, 2025, in his beloved hometown of Newark, Ohio. Born on Sunday, January 19, 1958, Mark lived a life filled with love, dedication, and passion.
Mark is survived by his devoted wife, Lori L. (Helphrey) Dwiggins, with whom he celebrated...
Brennan Maddox Shahan
Aug 23, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Brennan Maddox Shahan, who left us far too soon on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025. Born on Wednesday, February 28th, 2007, in Newark, Ohio, Brennan lived in Pataskala, OH, where he made a lasting impact on everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Brennan was a spirited young man who...
David MacMillan
Aug 22, 2025
David J. MacMillan, 63, of Thornville, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025, after a long battle with illness. Dave was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard, serving from 1980-87, 3 1/2 years of which he served in Japan.
Dave was known as a man of a thousand stories. He loved riding his Harley and was a loyal...
Irene Curtis Norton
Aug 21, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Irene Curtis Norton, age 96, of Newark, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 29, at the Southgate Church of Christ with Pastor Rob Hartman officiating. Entombment will take place in Newark Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.
Friends may call from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service at the church, 1075 South 30th Street...
Sherill Dean Mullins
Aug 20, 2025
Sherill Dean Mullins, age 93, of Granville, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at Licking Memorial Hospital. Sherill, fondly known as “Moon”, was born July 8, 1932 in Robinson, Illinois to the late Vernus D. and Eva (Price) Mullins.
Moon was a veteran of the United States Army and faithfully served his country primarily in Germany during the Korean War....
Dayle Edward Wolford
Aug 20, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Dayle Edward Wolford, age 95, of Newark, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 26, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Harley officiating. Burial will take place in Newark Memorial Gardens.
Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, August 25, at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street in...
Jeffrey Myers
Aug 18, 2025
Jeffrey Paul Myers, 77, died Monday, August 18, 2025 from complications of dementia. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 15, 1947 to Marjorie Carol (Bussdicker) Myers and Richard Earle Myers.
He was preceded in death by his father Richard, his mother Marjorie, sister Susan Beth Myers, brother Dave Myers, aunt Nancy Jean Myers and nephew George Austin Snyder, III.
Jeff...
Bradney Derek Henson
Aug 16, 2025
Bradney “Derek” Henson, 41, of Pataskala, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Thornville. Born December 29, 1983, in Columbus, Ohio, Derek was cherished by his family and friends for his warmth, kindness, and his sense of humor.
A 2002 graduate of Watkins Memorial High School, Derek went on to become the proud owner and...
Robert D. Jones
Aug 16, 2025
Robert D. Jones, a beloved resident of Newark, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on Wednesday, November 18, 1964, in Newark, Ohio, Robert spent his life embracing and sharing the warmth of his hometown with family and friends.
A devoted son, brother, uncle, and partner, Robert is survived by his loving mother,...
Jenneca Anna Rebecca Vaughn
Aug 15, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jenneca Anna Rebecca Vaughn, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend. Jenneca passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15th, 2025, at the age of 40 at Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus.
Born on Sunday, August 4th, 1985, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jenneca was the cherished daughter of the late Ronald...