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.
David Wayne Doran
Aug 27, 2026
David Wayne Doran, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the age of 68. He died peacefully in his home in Westerville, Ohio surrounded by those he loved. David was born on March 8, 1958, in Westerville, Ohio, to the late, Denny F. Doran and Carrie C. McMillin.
Throughout his life David had always strived to live a life full...
Donald Vincent Albertini
Aug 26, 2026
Donald "Don" Vincent Albertini, 94, passed away peacefully at his home in Thornville, Ohio, on August 26, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Don was born on September 7, 1931, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, to Alexander "Sam" Albertini and Laura (Monti) Albertini. He lived a long and fulfilling life devoted to his family, his faith, his country, and the many people he loved.
Don...
Rev. Dr. Stacy Allen Evans
Aug 26, 2026
Rev. Dr. Stacy Allen Evans, age 79 of Granville and formerly of Columbus, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026, in the care and presence of his loving family.
He was born May 26, 1947, to the late Richard Allen and Helen Eileen (Stacy) Evans in Marietta, Ohio.
Survived by his wife of 52 years, Rev. Cheryl E. (Goetz) Evans; children, Richard, Robert,...
William Dale Gleckler
Aug 26, 2026
William Dale Gleckler, age 80, of Nashport, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Dale was born January 4, 1946 in Newark, Ohio to the late Frederick William and Alice Pearl (Stotts) Gleckler.
Dale enjoyed tinkering and building things and was known to be someone who could fix anything. He also enjoyed fishing,...
Roxann Reber
Aug 26, 2026
Roxann Reber, age 63, of Newark, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at her home. She was born April 14, 1963 in Newark, Ohio.
Roxann was a cook at Dairy Isle for 16 years. She enjoyed playing pool and was a collector of everything – old and new. She loved giving away items that she found to family and friends.
She...
Kevin J. Gray
Aug 24, 2026
Kevin Jo Gray of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026, at the age of 64, at home with his family by his side. He was born on December 10, 1961, in Wheeling, West Virginia.
Kevin earned a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from The Ohio State University, which led him to a dedicated career as a...
Walter Dana White
Aug 23, 2026
Walter Dana White, 93, of Thornville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, in Newark, Ohio. He was born on August 14, 1933, in the river town of Pomeroy in southern Ohio, to the late Hattie and William White.
Walter was known for his milk route while in high school. He married his late wife, Imogene Barnette, and together they...
Elisa Darlene Simpson
Aug 23, 2026
A graveside service celebrating the life of Elisa Darlene Simpson, age 64, of Newark, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 31, at Welsh Hills Cemetery in Granville with Pastor Steve Robinson officiating.
The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home, 179 Granville Street in Newark.
Elisa was born July 25, 1962 in...
Nancy Carolyn Sander
Aug 21, 2026
Nancy Carolyn Sander (Tracht), was born January 7, 1934 to Elsie Caroline Tracht and Robert Franklin Tracht. She died on August 21, 2026, peacefully, from natural causes.
She is survived by her sister, Sue Mesler (Larry); daughters, Sherrill Crawford (Wally) and Angela Dobbins (Russell); grandchildren, Kayla Reed (Chris), Connor Napier (Nicole), Seth Newland (Hannah Earhart), Benjamin Newland, Jilian Sander, Nathan Sander,...
Deloris Marie Marquart
Aug 21, 2026
A memorial service celebrating the life of Deloris Marie Marquart, age 72, of Hebron, will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4, at the Kirkersville Chapel of Hoskinson Funeral & Cremation Service. The family will receive friends from 4-5 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 285 East Main Street, Kirkersville.
Deloris was born March 28, 1954...
Diana Lee Anderson
Aug 20, 2026
A funeral service celebrating the life of Diana Lee (Blevins) Spires Anderson, age 59, of Hebron, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Montgomery officiating. Burial will follow at Smith Chapel Cemetery.
Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street...
Donald Eugene King
Aug 20, 2026
Somerset, OH - Donald Eugene King, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at the age of 64. Born in Zanesville, Ohio, on a sunny Friday, Donald spent his early years in his beloved hometown before setting roots in Somerset, OH.
A proud veteran, Donald answered the call of duty and served...
Stewart Charles Smith
Aug 18, 2026
A funeral service celebrating the life of Stewart Charles “Pops” Smith, age 77, of Wheelersburg, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 28, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Israel Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Smith Chapel Cemetery.
Friends may call from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street...
Donald L. Stewart
Aug 17, 2026
DONALD L. STEWART
I’ve lived a life that’s full
I’ve traveled each and every highway
And more, much more than this
I did it my way
Donald L. Stewart turned off the ignition and set the parking brake on August 17, 2026, ending a run of 92 years and more than 4 million miles.
Don was a devoted husband and father. He met the love of...
Claude "Gene" E. Guyant
Aug 14, 2026
The service celebrating the life of Gene Guyant will be livestreamed on August 24. The livestream will begin at 1:50 p.m., in preparation for the 2:00 p.m. service. Please click the link below or copy and paste it into your browser to join us in remembering Gene.
https://tinyurl.com/Gene-Guyant-Service
Mr. Claude “Gene” Guyant, age 93, formerly of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away...
Patrick F. Aubourg
Aug 13, 2026
Patrick François Aubourg, of Granville, OH, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026. He was our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, godfather, father-in-law, son and friend to many. His greatest loves were family, the sea and desserts, followed closely by a love for learning and discovery. He was incredibly kind and had a terrific sense of humor. He loved puzzles,...
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...