Remembering Loved Ones Local Obituaries

Jan 1, 2024

Mark Douglas McKinster, age 74, of Millersport, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, January 1, 2024. Mark was born January 11, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Ray and Donna Jean (Van Gundy) McKinster.

Mark retired a number of years ago and had been employed in the painting and foam insulation industry. He was...

Dec 28, 2023

A gathering of family and friends will be held to honor Steven D. Budnick from 1-3 PM Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Hoskinson Funeral Home, 285 East Main Street, Kirkersville, Ohio 43033. Burial will be scheduled at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. Steve passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2023, in his home. He was born April 9,...

Dec 26, 2023

A graveside service celebrating the life of Robert E. Bailey, age 95, of Newark, will be held at 10:30 a.m on Saturday, January 6, at Wilson Cemetery with Pastor Robert Whightsel officiating.

Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, January 5, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home, 179 Granville Street in Newark.

Robert was...

Dec 25, 2023

Kenneth F. Kieber, 76, of Newark, passed away on December 25, 2023 at the Selma Markowitz Care Center, operated by Hospice of Central Ohio. He was born in Newark, Ohio on October 7, 1947 to the late Clarence V. and Evelyn (Maggard) Kieber. Kenneth proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Prior to retirement,...

Dec 24, 2023

Leslie Ann Richards, 64, of Utica, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2023 at her home with her family at her side. She was born July 22, 1959 in Newark, the daughter of the late Alva L. and Carol (Meadows) Heskett. She was a graduate of Utica High School, class of 1977, and was a homemaker.

Leslie was...

Dec 21, 2023

Private family funeral services, celebrating the life of Mary Lou Edwards, 82, of Thornville, were held on Saturday, December 23, 2023, in the chapel of The HOSKINSON Funeral Home, Thornville, with burial following in Wilson Cemetery, Newark. Mary Lou passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023 at her home following an extended illness. She was born February 8, 1941 in Newark,...

Dec 21, 2023

A funeral service to celebrate the life of Gladys Mae McNemar, 76, of Newark, will be held on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home with Pastor Wes Humble officiating. Burial will follow in Newark Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street, Newark, on Tuesday, December 26th from...

Dec 20, 2023

A funeral service celebrating the life of Judith Ann Ford, 74, of Somerset, will be held on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Thornville chapel of Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service. Burial will be held in Jacksontown Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held at the funeral home, 56 S. Main Street, Thornville, two hours...

Dec 20, 2023

John William Bolander, age 77, of Thornville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Licking Memorial Hospital. John was born August 8, 1946 in Newark, Ohio to the late Frederick Earl “Fritz” and Loretta Florence (Miller) Bolander.

John was a graduate of E.S. Weiant Starlight School. He was a materials handler for many years at...

Dec 19, 2023

Stuart Kendall Yeagley of Somerset, Ohio born February 16, 1987, left this realm on December 19, 2023.

"And when the day arrives

I’ll become the sky

And I’ll become the sea

And the sea will come to kiss me

For I am going home

Nothing can stop...

Dec 18, 2023

Anthony Dewayne “Tony” Bliss, age 73, of Thornville, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023 at Mount Carmel Rehabilitation Hospital in Westerville. Tony was born November 28, 1950 in Dayton, Ohio to the late William and Naomi Lenora (Hackathorn) Bliss.

Tony was a graduate of Newark High School. He was formerly employed with Larsen Manufacturing and retired...

Dec 17, 2023

David Paul Van Wormer, age 70, of Newark, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at his home. He was born December 25, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Marvin and Ruth Van Wormer.

David was a 1971 graduate of North High School in Columbus. He attended Cullinary Arts School in Toronto. Employed in 5-star...

Dec 17, 2023

Anita Corrine Brown, age 64, of Pataskala, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at her home. Anita was born November 10, 1959 in Newark, Ohio to the late Orville and Ruth (Morris) Booth.

Anita was employed with Hendrickson Auxiliary Axle Systems in Hebron for over 20 years and retired from Bocchi Laboratories in New Albany....

Dec 17, 2023

Corliss Diane Franklin (Scott), age 77, passed away peacefully December 17, 2023, after a hard battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Born September 15, 1946, to Harold Rodney Scott and Pearl Louise (Shivna) Scott in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania. She was a 1964 graduate of St. Clairsville High School. Known for her love of animals, she fed and cared for numerous strays over...

Dec 15, 2023

Howard E. “Boots” Warrell passed away on December 15, 2023 at age 95.  He was born August 25, 1928 to James Elmer and Lenore Berger Warrell in Claysville, Pennsylvania.  He was baptized and a member of Claysville Christian Church,  attended grades 1-12 in Claysville Schools and graduated in 1946.

He worked for Hazel Atlas and played Sandlot...

Dec 14, 2023

A funeral service to celebrate the life of Patrick David Dyar, 79, of St. Louisville, will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Newark Memorial Gardens. Military honors will be observed by the Licking County Veterans Alliance. Visitation will be held at the funeral home, 179 Granville...

Dec 14, 2023

Corey James Hagar-McCormick

July 19, 1994 - December 14, 2023

A funeral service celebrating the life of Corey James Hagar-McCormick, 29, of Johnstown, will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service, 56 South Main Street, Thornville, Ohio, followed by a graveside ceremony at Fairmount Cemetery, Jacksontown.  After...

Dec 13, 2023

Roxann M. Hill, 54, of Newark, passed away at her residence on December 13, 2023. She was born in Newark, Ohio on October 26, 1969 to the late Robert Sr. and Mary Lou (White) Johnson. Roxann was a transportation specialist with LCCO for many years. She enjoyed collecting rocks, yard work and loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, family...

Dec 13, 2023

A funeral service celebrating the life of Wilma Jean Milner, 99, of Newark, will be held on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home, with James Savage officiating. Burial will follow in Wilson Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street, Newark, on Wednesday, two hours prior to the funeral...

Dec 9, 2023

John Henry Sulpher, age 71, of Hebron, passed away on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Altercare Thornville. John was born April 19, 1952 in Cadillac, Michigan to the late Tom Max and Norma (Kidder) Sulpher.

John was a Senior Designer and Master Electrician within his business, Sulpher Electric, Inc. in Hebron.

He is survived by...