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.
Christy Ann Snedegar
Sep 26, 2026
Christy Ann Snedegar, 69, of Thornville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026. She was born on March 28, 1957, in Newark, Ohio, to the late James and Wanda Allen.
Christy was a 1975 graduate from Watkins Memorial High School. She loved her many adventures to Kings Island, attending fairs and festivals, camping, playing Bingo, watching her favorite shows, making...
Diane Gretchen Noble
Sep 23, 2026
Diane Gretchen Noble, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, in Thornville, Ohio. She was born on October 11, 1932, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Harold and Dorothy Herd and lived the majority of her life in Hebron, OH.
A proud alumna of The Ohio State University, Diane earned her bachelor’s degree in education and devoted nearly three...
David Harkness Bingham Sr.
Sep 21, 2026
David Harkness Bingham - “Harky” to those closest to him - passed away peacefully in Granville, Ohio, on September 21, 2026. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and a friend to many. His warmth, wit and generosity touched everyone who knew him.
Born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan, David graduated from Arthur Hill High School before heading to Denison...
John E. Shell
Sep 21, 2026
John E. Shell, 96, passed away on September 21, 2026. He was born April 15, 1930, in Thornport, Ohio, to Walker and Clara Shell. John and Dorothy "Darlene" (Karnes) Shell were married on August 13, 1955, and shared more than 65 years together before her passing in January 2021.
John spent his career as a crane operator and was a retired...
Lori Kay Parman
Sep 21, 2026
Lori Kay Parman (Griffith), age 63, passed away on September 21, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. Born on August 31, 1963, in Toledo, Ohio, Lori made her home in Kirkersville, Ohio, where she lived for the past 40 years.
Lori was a woman of many talents who expressed her passion for life through her creativity and strong sense of family and community....
Catherine F. Smith
Sep 18, 2026
Catherine Francis Smith, 4/30/35-9/18/26, of Heath, Ohio, age 91, years passed peacefully at the Selma Markowirz Inpatient Hospice Care Center in Newark, Ohio.
She is survived by her daughter, Beth A Deering; grandchildren, Niles and Cayla Deering, and Jonathan Lippincott; great grandchildren, Creighton, Silas, Laeis, and Luna Deering.
She was preceded in Larissa, by husband, Byron Ward Smith; and parents, Clyde E...
Joan G. Griffith
Sep 14, 2026
Joan G. Griffith, age 77, of Newark, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 14, 2026 with her family around her. Joan was born January 8, 1949 in Lewisburg, Ohio to the late John Lewis and Merlie (Thompson) Davis.
Joan was employed in the office of Merry Maids for several years and she especially enjoyed her years working at Indian Mound Mall....
Theresa V. Cost
Sep 12, 2026
Theresa V. Cost, age 88, of Newark, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Selma Markowitz Care Center (operated by Hospice of Central Ohio). She was born May 17, 1938 in Hanover, Ohio to the late Vernon C. Wright and the late D. Grace (Camp) Wright Breese.
Over the years, Theresa was employed with LICCO, at the Newark Air...
Virginia Sue Mosholder
Sep 11, 2026
Virginia Sue Mosholder, age 75, of Heath, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026 at the Selma Markowitz Care Center (operated by Hospice of Central Ohio).
Virginia was born November 13, 1950 in Newark, Ohio. A 1968 graduate of Lakewood High School, Ginny worked in billing for a veterinary supply company prior to her retirement.
She is survived by her mother, Carol...
Karen Darlene Farquhar
Sep 11, 2026
Karen Darlene Farquhar, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Newark, Ohio, on Friday, September 11th, 2026, at the age of 80. Born in Newark on Wednesday, October 10th, 1945, Karen was a vibrant and cherished member of her community, known for her warmth, kindness, and dedication to those she loved.
Karen is survived by her devoted husband...
Robert L. Williams
Sep 11, 2026
A memorial service celebrating the life of Robert L. “Bob” Williams, age 96, of Granville, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 28, at McPeek Hoekstra Hoskinson Funeral Home with Rev. Kim Keethler-Ball and Rev. Dave Ball officiating. Inurnment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Granville.
Friends may call from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral...
Sue Ellen Zeune
Sep 10, 2026
Sue Ellen Zeune, a lifelong resident of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the age of 84, in her home. She was born on January 24, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Merle and Doris (Horn) McCullough.
She was a past bus driver for Watkins Schools, always ensuring the safety and well-being of the children she...
Judy L. Googins
Sep 9, 2026
Judy L. Googins, a beloved teacher, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at her residence in Granville, Ohio. Judy was born in Bowling Green, Ohio, on June 21, 1942, to the late Gus Edward Goebel and Lucy L. (Morrison) Goebel.
Judy was united in marriage to Dale S. Googins on June...
Susan Elaine Wygle
Sep 8, 2026
Susan Elaine Wygle, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 65. She was born on November 3, 1960, in Newark, Ohio, to the late Roland and Emma Lou (Lantz) Wygle.
Susan attended the Licking County Vocational School and was a 1979 graduate of Granville High School. She retired as a secretary at the Licking...
Walter Lee Preston, Jr.
Sep 7, 2026
Walter Lee Preston Jr., a beloved member of the Granville, Ohio community, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 7, 2026, at the age of 71. Born in Davenport, Iowa, on January 28, 1955 on a crisp winter morning, Walter lived a life full of adventure, dedication, and love.
Walter was the cherished husband of Judith Lynn (Taylor) Preston, with whom he...
Michael Alan Drake
Sep 7, 2026
Michael Alan Drake, age 71 of Newark passed away Monday September 7, 2026, at Licking Memorial Hospital with his loving wife by his side. He was born July 26, 1955, in Zanesville to the late Carlton L. and Jean F. (Hagans) Drake.
Michael was a 1976 graduate of St. Mary’s High School in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He served in the United...
Paula D. Wolf
Sep 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paula D. Wolf, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Paula passed away peacefully in Newark, Ohio, where she was born on January 9th, 1953, and where she spent a lifetime full of love, giving, and laughter. She left this world on Sunday, September 6th, 2026, at the...
Dorothy Lee Beougher
Sep 6, 2026
Dorothy Lee Beougher, age 91 of Hebron, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026, in her daughter's home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 5, 1935, in Union Furnace in Hocking County to the late Leonard and Hazel (Eden) Lacey.
Dorothy attended Union Furnace School. She was a devoted member of the Kingdom Hall Jehovah Witness faith. Dorothy sold...
Robert W. Hickman
Sep 5, 2026
Robert "Bob" Hickman passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at the age of 101, at the Pataskala Oaks Care Center, surrounded by his family. He was born on January, 14, 1925, in Newark, Ohio, to the late, William Hickman and Grace (Collins) Hickman, of Alexandria, Ohio. What an amazing life this man lived and we are blessed to have...
Robert D. Taylor
Sep 4, 2026
Robert Dale Taylor, born August 21, 1935, to Mabel (Tilley) and Walter Taylor in Columbus, Ohio, passed away on September 4, 2026, at the age of 91.
Affectionately known as “Sonny” to those who knew and loved him, he spent his early years working alongside his father on the family farm—a place he cherished and continued to call home throughout his...