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.
Leslie Darlene Willis
May 24, 2026
Leslie Darlene Willis, 55, passed away after a long, hard fought battle with cancer on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Newark, Ohio. She was born on July 24, 1970, in Newark , Ohio to the late Harry D. and Nancy (Claypool) Willis.
Leslie was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She had a heart of gold and always placed others...
Ernest A. Cordray
May 23, 2026
Ernest “Ernie” A. Cordray, age 71 of Granville passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 6, 1955, in Newark, Ohio to the late Dan A. and Charlotte J. (Hill) Cordray.
A graduate of Granville High School, Ernie was involved in wrestling and a member of the Granville High School and Licking County 4-H...
Joseph Russell Rodgers
May 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of Joseph Russell Rodgers, 57, of Hebron, Ohio, who died in an automobile accident on May 21, 2026, while returning home from work. He was born on September 14, 1968, in Newark, Ohio, Joe, Who affectionately known as "Joey" to his childhood friends, was the cherished son...
Jerry G. Foor
May 20, 2026
Jerry G. Foor, age 83 of Pataskala passed away Wednesday May 20, 2026, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 25, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio the son of the late Lloyd W. and Martha E. (Oldfield) Foor.
He was a 1960 graduate of Watkins Memorial High School. Jerry was a dedicated Sheet Metal Worker of Local...
Lisa Ann Noble
May 18, 2026
Lisa Ann Noble, age 64, of Heath, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026 at Licking Memorial Hospital. She was born February 1, 1962 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late David Noble and the late Rosalie (Byrd) Noble Walters.
Lisa graduated from Lakewood High School Class of 1980, from Ohio University in 1984, and earned a master’s degree in 2006 from...
Marilyn Ann Fraunfelter
May 18, 2026
A funeral service celebrating the life of Marilyn Ann Fraunfelter, age 90, of Newark, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Michael A. Fraunfelter (grandson) officiating. Burial will take place in Newark Memorial Gardens.
Friends may call from 11 am-1 pm prior to the service at the funeral home,...
Nancy Marie Swingley
May 17, 2026
Nancy Swingley, formerly of Thornville, OH, was called home to be with the Lord on May 17, 2026, in Smyrna, Tennessee surrounded by love. She was born on June 27,1942 to the late Charles and Bessie Marie (Dwiggins) Shaw.
Nancy was preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, Denny Swingley, sisters: Pat Higgins, Sue Breece, Karon Starner, and...
Mildred "Millie" Haugen
May 17, 2026
Mildred "Millie" Haugen, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at her residence in Lewis Center, OH, at the age of 85. Born on Thursday, January 16th, 1941, in Bladenboro, NC, Millie was a beacon of warmth and kindness throughout her life.
A dedicated day care owner and operator, and foster parent, Millie devoted...
Kenneth Leroy Bungard
May 16, 2026
A graveside service honoring the life of Kenneth Leroy “Kenny” Bungard, age 78, of Glenford, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29, at Cedar Hill Cemetery with Pastor Cory Campbell officiating. Military honors will be observed by the Licking County Veterans Alliance.
Kenny was born August 11, 1947 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Lewis Watson Bungard and...
Thomas "TJ" J. Walser
May 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas J. Walser, affectionately known as TJ, who left this world on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the age of 54. A longtime resident of Pleasantville, Ohio, TJ was born on a crisp fall day, Thursday, November 18, 1971, in Columbus, Ohio.
TJ was a beloved member of his community,...
Marcie Evette Wheatley
May 15, 2026
Marcie Evette Wheatley, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15th, 2026, at the age of 51. Born on Sunday, March 2nd, 1975, in Zanesville, Ohio, Marcie spent her final years residing in Westerville, Ohio, surrounded by her cherished family and friends.
Marcie's life will be honored in a Celebration of Life service on...
Glen "Junior" William Modesitt, Jr.
May 14, 2026
Glen W. "Junior" Modesitt, Jr., a cherished resident of Newark, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on April 14, 1955, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Junior led a life full of warmth, dedication, and enthusiasm for his passions.
Junior was a devoted brother to his surviving siblings, Dave Modesitt, Little Sandy, and Jimmy...
Ronald Lee Coulter
May 14, 2026
Ronald Lee Coulter, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his seep on Wednesday, 14 May 2026 while in the care of the Pickering House and Fairhope Hospice of Fairfield County, Ohio.
Ron was born 06 May 1941 to Norman & Juanita (Guge) Coulter in Columbus, Ohio. He is a graduate of West High School, Class of 1959, in Columbus, Ohio....
Jodie Alice Crecca
May 13, 2026
Jodie Alice Crecca 92, of Granville, Ohio, passed away Wednesday May 13, 2026. Jodie Fischer was born on March 16, 1934, to Walter and Alice Fischer in Charleston, West Virginia. She grew up in Charleston and graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School. She started at West Liberty University and transferred to Morris Harvey College (today, University of Charleston). At Morris...
Frank J. Roberts
May 13, 2026
Frank J. Roberts, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on a crisp spring day in Newark, OH, Frank was the son of the late Edgar and Geneva Roberts.
A dedicated Route Salesman with Gummer Wholesale, Frank was known for his hard work and...
Betty Irene Matson
May 12, 2026
Betty Irene (Lendon) Matson, age 89, of Buckeye Lake, Ohio left this world on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 after an extended illness. Betty was born August 18, 1936 in Lewisville, Ohio.
Betty will be missed by her five surviving children: Patricia (Patty) Showalter of Newark, Ohio, Rita Dolan of Millersport, Ohio, James (Molly) Kurtz of Buckeye Lake, Ohio, Jerry (Maria) Kurtz...
Eva LaVaughn Swiger
May 11, 2026
Eva LaVaughn Swiger, 87, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, in Newark, Ohio. She was born on March 16, 1939, in Brown, West Virginia, to the late David and Mary (Ash) Shrader.
Eva devoted her life to being a homemaker, where she created a nurturing environment filled with warmth and love within her own home.
She is survived...
Kimberlee Sue Hupp
May 9, 2026
A graveside service celebrating the life of Kimberlee Sue (Lamb) Hupp, age 68, of Newark, will be held at 11:30am on Thursday, May 14, at Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Friends may call from 10-11am on Thursday at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home, 179 Granville Street in Newark, Ohio.
Kimberlee was born April 18, 1958 in Newark, Ohio to the late James E. and...
Carolyn Sue Wright
May 8, 2026
Carolyn Sue Wright, age 76, of Newark, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026 at the Selma Markowitz Care Center (operated by Hospice of Central Ohio).
Carolyn was born September 1, 1949 in Lancaster, Ohio. She retired from the OEA Teachers Union where she was a secretary.
She is survived by her loving son, Richard Allen “Rick” Hupp; a brother, Michael W....
Nancy Ann Likovic
May 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nancy Ann Likovic, a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left this world peacefully on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, at the Selma Markowitz Care Center in Newark, Ohio. Born on Saturday, April 6th, 1968, in Columbus, Ohio, Nancy was a beacon of love and compassion to...