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.
Sherry Lynn Miles
Aug 12, 2026
Sherry Lynn Miles, age 72, of Newark, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. She was born December 7, 1953 in Newark, Ohio to the late Ray and Helen (Boone) Stanley.
Sherry was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, gardening (both vegetables and flowers), and spending time with her many grandchildren. She was a...
Emogene Lou Shomaker
Aug 12, 2026
Emogene Lou Shomaker, age 96, of Marne, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at Morrison House Hospice in Zanesville. She was born April 17, 1930 in Newark, Ohio to the late Marion James Shomaker and the late Lelia Blanche (Mears) Shomaker.
Emogene was a schoolteacher for Newark City Schools for 45 years, teaching at Lincoln and Conrad Elementary schools. A...
Jerry L. Blackstone
Aug 12, 2026
Jerry L. Blackstone, age 72 of Pataskala, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Mt. Carmel East Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
He was born July 17, 1954, in Newark, Ohio to the late Guilbert E. and Allene (Elder) Blackstone.
He was a 1973 graduate of Granville High School where he was on both the wrestling and football teams....
Charles Frederick Winegardner
Aug 10, 2026
A graveside service honoring the life of Charles Frederick “Chuck” Winegardner, age 76, of Thornville, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, at Lutheran Reformed Cemetery with Clifford Mason officiating.
Chuck was born November 12, 1949 in Newark, Ohio to the late Homer Frederick Winegardner and the late Hannah Rebecca (Hamm) Winegardner. He passed away on Monday, August...
Susan Lorraine Queen
Aug 9, 2026
A funeral service celebrating the life of Susan Lorraine Queen, age 83, of Newark, will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Miller officiating. Burial will take place in Wilson Cemetery.
Friends may call from 11 am-1 pm prior to the service at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street...
Paige Ann McMahon
Aug 8, 2026
On the morning of August 8, 2026, Paige Ann McMahon (Williams), 72, of Newark, Ohio passed away peacefully at her home in the arms of her devoted husband, Michael McMahon. Despite her brave, valiant, and unceasing positivity that she showed during her cancer battle, her body could endure no more, and she transitioned out of this life.
Paige Ann McMahon (Williams)...
Carole E. Calewarts
Aug 7, 2026
Carole E. Calewarts, age 88 of Hebron, passed away peacefully Friday, August 7, 2026, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 30, 1938, in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Ernest G. and Carrie May (Good) Ricketts.
Carole was a graduate of Hebron High School. She devoted her life to raising her family. She worked for over 40...
Brooke Alexander Evans
Aug 6, 2026
Brooke Alexander Evans, 64, of Bidwell, Ohio was called home by the Lord on Thursday August 6th, 2026. Brooke was currently on hospice care and passed away at his brother’s residence also of Bidwell, Oh.
Brooke was a 1979 graduate of Watkins Memorial high school. He went in to work in the oil fields in Monahans, Texas. He decided to become...
Joyce Ann Clippinger
Aug 6, 2026
Joyce Ann Clippinger, of Glenford, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at the age of 81, surrounded by her loving family at home. She was born on June 5, 1945, in Amsterdam, Joyce was the cherished daughter of the late Tennyson and Flossie Thompson.
After graduating from Sheridan High School in the Class of 1964, Joyce pursued her passion...
David Franklin Olson
Aug 5, 2026
David Franklin Olson, cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 5th, 2026, at his home in Etna, Ohio. Born on Sunday, August 28th, 1938, in Brookville, Pennsylvania, David lived a life marked by dedicated service to his family, community, and country.
A proud alumnus of Penn State University, David earned his Engineering degree as part of...
Margaret "Mag" Allen
Aug 3, 2026
Margaret “Mag” Allen, age 84 of Newark passed away Monday, August 3, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 23, 1942, in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Booth and Dorothy Marie (Morgan) Burke.
Mag was a 1961 graduate of Zanesville High School. She dedicated her life to helping others including her career at Newark Health...
Jonathan D. Orr
Aug 3, 2026
Jonathan Douglas Orr, of Thornville, Ohio, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026, at the age of 70 at his home in Thornville, Ohio. He was born on November 23, 1955, in Newark, Ohio, to the late Ottie and Freda (Wiseman) Orr.
Jon was a devoted father and grandfather who cherished time spent with his family. He is survived by his...
Lucy Marie Weaver
Aug 2, 2026
Lucy Marie (Lama) Weaver, age 83, of Alexandria, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026 at Licking Memorial Hospital. She was born December 23, 1942 in Pennsylvania.
Lucy was a homemaker and loved thrifting and going to yard sales. She especially loved driving her Stingray Corvette.
She is survived by her granddaughter, Stephanie Rose; and great-granddaughter, Ashlyn Hahn.
In addition to her parents,...
Michael Charles Garcia
Aug 2, 2026
A celebration of the life of Michael Charles Garcia, age 33, of Newark, will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 6, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home, 179 Granville Street in Newark. The family will receive friends from 5:30-6:30 p.m. prior to the service.
Michael was born October 22, 1992 in Newark Ohio. He passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August...
Pamela K. Van Sky
Aug 2, 2026
Hebron, Ohio - Pamela K. Van Sky, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, at the age of 83. Pamela was born on Wednesday, November 25th, 1942, in Marion, Ohio, to the late Thomas Earl and Ruth Margaret Davis. She filled her life with love, warmth, and creativity, touching...
Bonnie Mae Lovejoy
Jul 31, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bonnie Mae Lovejoy, a beloved resident of Heath, Ohio, who left us peacefully on Friday, July 31st, 2026, at the age of 96. Bonnie's long and fulfilling journey began in Highland, Indiana, where she was born on Monday, August 26th, 1929, to her loving parents, Charles and Josephine Maroc.
Bonnie...
Katarina Rose Hurd
Jul 29, 2026
Our Precious Angel, Katarina Rose Hurd, was born into the arms of angels on July 29, 2026 at Licking Memorial Hospital. She will live forever and always in our hearts.
Katarina is survived by her loving parents, Emily Lou MacDonald and Nathan Daniel Hurd; sister, Lillianne Rain “Lily” Cooper; grandparents, Andrea Salyer (Chris Dixon) and Patricia Hurd; great-grandpa, Verl Salyer; great-great-grandparents,...
Robert L. Hinebaugh
Jul 28, 2026
Robert “Bob” Hinebaugh, 84, of Granville, Ohio, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at his residence in Granville. Born to Carl and Trevabelle Hinebaugh on September 2, 1941, in Forest, Ohio, Bob was a devoted family man, an accomplished physicist, and a cherished member of his community.
Bob graduated from Ohio Northern University in 1963 with a degree in...
Kathryn Marie Felumlee
Jul 28, 2026
Kathryn Felumlee, of Alexandria, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the age of 93. Kathryn was born on January 19, 1933, to the late Frank and Susan (Showman) Camp.
Kathryn was a faithful member of the Centenary United Methodist Church in Granville. She grew close relationships with her "church circle", playing cards and having lunch together. She found...
Kitty Wadkowski
Jul 27, 2026
Kitty (Mary Katherine Higginbotham) Wadkowski, age 62, of Granville, Ohio, passed away July 27, 2026 after an extended illness.
Kitty was a 1982 graduate of Upper Arlington High School and graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. She devoted her career to serving the vulnerable elderly, working to promote their independence and dignity. Her clients...