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.
James Allen Roberts
Jun 27, 2025
A graveside service celebrating the life of James Allen “Jim” Roberts, age 59, of Newark, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 3, at Newark Memorial Gardens.
Friends may call from 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home, 179 Granville Street in Newark.
Jim was born January 21, 1966 in Newark, Ohio. He passed away...
Deborah Kay Brown
Jun 25, 2025
Deborah Kay Brown of Buckeye Lake, Ohio, departed this life on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the age of 71. She was born on Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia, on May 14, 1954.
Deborah retired as an Account Technician at the Defense Finance & Accounting Service.
She is survived by her mother, Elizabeth Welch; daughter, Colleen (Eric) Boring; son, William...
James Kermit Berry
Jun 23, 2025
**Obituary for James Kermit Berry** It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Kermit Berry, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. James was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on Monday, June 23rd, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on February 19th, 1933, in Lancaster, Ohio, James lived a life full of...
James Douglas Corbett
Jun 22, 2025
With a very profound sense of loss, we say goodbye to Jim, who after living life fully, passed on after a prolonged series of health challenges. He packed in many experiences in his 88 years of life.
Jim was born on January 24, 1937 in Coshocton, Ohio. He graduated from Mifflin High School in 1955 and was voted most athletic in...
Kathy Antoinette Cunningham
Jun 21, 2025
Kathy Antoinette Cunningham passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at her home in Newark, Ohio. Born on January 10, 1957, in Hamilton, Ohio, Kathy lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family, friends, and community.Kathy was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many throughout her years....
Jeffrey "Jay" Catron
Jun 16, 2025
Jeffrey “Jay” Catron, age 54, of Newark, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 16, 2025. Jay was born April 26, 1971 in Dayton, Ohio to Herbert JC Catron and Lillian Louise (Luckadoo) Catron.
Jay was a brilliant light, not only intelligent, but sensitive, and made an impact on this earth. He was brave, strong, and bold in every endeavor. While we...
Guy Nelson Gray
Jun 15, 2025
Guy Nelson Gray, 69, of London, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 15, 2025.
Born in Columbus, Ohio on December 14, 1955, Guy spent his early years in California before returning to Ohio. He attended West High School and became a father of two at a young age. He got his start at Burger Chef and went on to manage the...
Judith Ann Robinson
Jun 14, 2025
Beloved mother, sister, and friend, Judith Ann “Judy” Bartlett Robinson, 83, of Parkersburg, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025 at Altercare in Thornville, Ohio. Born in Brown, WV on July 14, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Edgar Jackson and Mary Ernestine Cunningham Bartlett. Judy was a proud graduate of Wallace High School, Class of...
Linda Ann Owens
Jun 9, 2025
Linda Ann (Lunny) Owens, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, at the OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. Born on Saturday, July 31, 1954, in Greenville, South Carolina, Linda brought warmth, love, and joy to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
A devoted and compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant, Linda dedicated her professional...
Jayce Dansby
Jun 9, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Jayce Lee Dansby, age 20, of Newark, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 18, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Clifford Mason as Celebrant. Burial will take place in Wilson Cemetery.
Friends may call from 3-7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17, at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street in Newark.
Jayce...
Darlene McNeal
Jun 7, 2025
Darlene McNeal, aged 78, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025. She was born on September 24, 1946, in Zanesville, Ohio, to the late Harry and Mary (Brenner) Nimocks.Darlene is survived by her children, Patrick C. McNeal II, Erick McNeal, and Judith Staley; grandchildren, Ericka McNeal, Anthony Staley, Natalie (Cody) Cernansky, and Jonathan Staley; great-grandchildren, Garrett Staley, Eli Cernansky,...
Anthony Ross Branham
Jun 7, 2025
Anthony Ross Branham, 69, born on June 4, 1956, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025 of liver disease. Tony went into the arms of his Savior, outside in a serene, “green” garden space at Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio with his family at his side.
Tony is preceded in death by his parents, Polly and Roosevelt Branham. He leaves behind...
Linda Rose Sturgell
Jun 7, 2025
Linda Rose Sturgell, age 77, of Utica, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the Inn at SharonBrooke. Linda Rose was born June 18, 1947 in Richlands, Virginia to the late Edward and Runa (Leemaster) Steele.
Linda’s early years were spent in Kentucky where she met her soulmate, Doug, at Fedscreek Elementary School. It was there that their lifelong love...
Nancy Jane Fee
Jun 5, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Nancy Jane Fee, age 74, of Newark, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Clifford Mason as Celebrant. Friends may call from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street in Newark. Burial will take place later in...
Lawrence E. Dartt
Jun 4, 2025
Lawrence Edward Dartt, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born on May 5, 1937, in Mammoth, West Virginia, to the late Harry and Ethel (Wilson) Dartt.
Larry served his country honorably as a member of the Army. A dedicated and skilled mechanic, he had a career with the Ohio Army National Guard. He...
Rocky Michael Smith
Jun 1, 2025
Rocky Michael Smith, left us unexpectedly on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the age of 42. He was born on March 24, 1983, in Zanesville, Ohio.Rocky was a dedicated ironworker for 15 years, proudly serving as a member of the Ironworkers Local 172.He loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed building cars as a hobby and meeting...
Curtis William Kohler
Jun 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Curtis William Kohler, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who peacefully left this world on June 1, 2025, surrounded by his family. Curtis, a courageous soul, fought a valiant battle and won his final fight with grace and dignity.
Born February 19, 1964, in Youngstown Ohio, Curtis dedicated...
Jesse Ours
May 29, 2025
Everett Jesse Ours, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 29th, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on Monday, January 30, 1928, in Meigs Co, Ohio, Everett was a longtime resident of Hebron Ohio, where he lived surrounded by family and friends. He moved to Arizona several years ago to be...
Faith E. Grigsby
May 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Faith E. Grigsby, a beloved member of the Newark, Ohio community, who departed this life on Wednesday, May 28th, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on December 7th, 1946, Faith spent her entire life in Newark, where her spirit touched many lives.
Faith was a dedicated homemaker, whose warmth...
Nora Lee Gutridge
May 27, 2025
**Obituary for Nora Lee Gutridge** Thornville, Ohio – Nora Lee Gutridge, a cherished member of the Thornville community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on August 15th, 1930, in her beloved hometown of Thornville, Nora lived a life rich in family, love, and service to others. Nora was the devoted daughter of...