Local obituaries for Coshocton, OH.

Richard "Dick" Unger

Nov 22, 2024

Richard "Dick" Edwin Unger, born on March 12, 1940, in Coshocton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home in West Lafayette, Ohio, on November 22, 2024. He was 84 years old.

Richard was a devoted husband to Wanda Grace Hardesty, whom he married on September 9, 1961. Together, they shared 63 wonderful years of marriage. He was a loving father to...

Audrey Cameron

Nov 22, 2024

Audrey Cameron, who would've been 90 on the first day of spring, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 at Hennis Care Center of Dover. She was born in Flint, MI on March 20, 1935 to the late Roscoe L. And Mildred (Shippey) Hough.

Audrey graduated from Northern High School in Flint, MI and worked as a secretary at Olivet Nazarene...

John Andrew Gauerke

Nov 21, 2024

John A. Gauerke, 69, of Coshocton passed away on Thursday November 21, 2024.

John was born in San Diego, CA on December 2, 1954, to the late James R. and Elizabeth A. "Bettsy" (Moore) Gauerke.

He graduated from Coshocton High School and served in the U.S. Navy from 1973 to 1975.

John is survived by his two sons John-Paul Gauerke and Jimmy Gauerke...

Janet Elaine Capers Guillory

Nov 21, 2024

10-7-1935 to 11-21-2024

Leaving this world encircled with love, Janet gained her freedom on November 21, 2024, in West Lafayette, Ohio, and soared into the embrace of eternity. Her heart forever bound to the family she cherished and the legacy of love she leaves behind. 

Janet was a woman of unwavering love and quiet strength who found her greatest joy in her...

Douglas G. "Duke" Berger

Nov 15, 2024

Douglas G. "Duke" Berger, age 90, of Newcomerstown passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 15, 2024. He was born on December 28, 1933 in Akron, Ohio to the late Wilbur & Wilma Berger. On February 26, 1954 he married Jeannettie (Roy) Berger. They were married for 69 years when she passed away on February 10, 2023.

Doug served in the Army...

Carole Todd

Nov 13, 2024

Carole Todd, age 90, of Coshocton passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2024 at Lafayette Pointe Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born on January 7, 1934 in West Lafayette, Ohio to the late Frank and Mildred (Carpenter) Fife. On June 21, 1953, she married Donald Lee Todd, who passed away in 2021. Carole was a member of the Grace...

Marilyn Zimmer

Nov 13, 2024

Marilyn Zimmer, 88, of Coshocton passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Alter Care of Coshocton. She was born in Coshocton, OH on November 16, 1935 to the late Alphonse and Norma (Barrick) DeGendt.

Marilyn had previously worked for Uhaul rentals and was the co-owner of "Leo's Garage" with her late husband. In her spare time she enjoyed bowling.

Marilyn is survived...

James Gauerke

Nov 9, 2024

James R. Gauerke, affectionately known as Jim, was born on June 27, 1931, in the quaint town of Danville, Illinois. 

He departed this earthly realm on November 9, 2024, in Zanesville, Ohio, leaving a legacy woven with threads of service, leadership, and creativity.

A proud graduate of Northwestern University, Jim earned a business degree that would serve as a sturdy foundation for...

Gary Jones

Nov 8, 2024

Gary Jones, 82, of Coshocton, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Altercare of Coshocton. He was born on November 13, 1941 in San Rafael, California to the late Pierce Jones and Marcella Barry. He enjoyed being outside and getting fresh air. In his younger years, he enjoyed fishing and never got rid of his tackle box. He had...

Gary Darling

Nov 3, 2024

Gary E. Darling, 72, of Fresno passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Aultman Hospital in Canton. He was born in Coshocton, Ohio on September 15, 1952 to the late John Darling II and Loretta (Holmes) Darling.

Gary graduated from Coshocton High School and Columbus State as a Certified Dental Tech. He was the owner/operator of Gold Dental Lab. He was...

Kyle Stenner

Oct 31, 2024

Kyle S. Stenner, 41, of Coshocton passed away on Thursday October 31, 2024.

Kyle was born in Coshocton on April 28, 1983, to W. Jerry and Mary (Kirker) Stenner.

He graduated from Coshocton High School in the class of 2000 and The Ohio State University with a Bachelors degree in Pharmaceutical Science. Kyle loved his dogs, reading,...

Norma Ruby

Oct 30, 2024

Norma Ruby, 89, of Coshocton passed away on October 30, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 12, 1935 to the late Francis (Bunk) and Elsie Fern (Tarman) Clark Sr. in Coshocton. Norma graduated from Coshocton High School in 1954 and retired from Pretty Products after 25 years. She was a member of the Eagles, Moose,...

Betty Frye

Oct 26, 2024

Betty E. Frye, born on March 13, 1926, in Wooster, Ohio, gracefully journeyed through life until her passing on October 26, 2024, in Plainfield, Ohio.

Betty was more than just a name; she embodied a spirit of unwavering dedication, warmth, and a deep love for her family and community.

She spent her entire life nurturing the family farm in Plainfield, a testament...

William Foster

Oct 25, 2024

William "Bill" Lynn Foster, Sr, 79 of Coshocton Ohio slipped away peacefully with his family by his side at 2:50pm Friday October 25th, 2024. After receiving an anoxic brain injury in May of 2021. Bill fought many medical conditions and obstacles put in front of him. Not once did he face them with fear, but defied every doctor he ever...

Danny George

Oct 25, 2024

Danny Thomas George, 69 of Coshocton, passed away on October 25, 2024 at Genesis Hospital. He was born on November 29, 1954 in Paintsville, Kentucky to the late John M. and Grace (Helton) George. He worked in the coal mines for several years. In his free time, he liked working on cars and going to auctions. He enjoyed doing things...

John Siegel

Oct 24, 2024

John L. Siegel, born on April 10, 1938, in Coshocton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 24th, 2024, in Blissfield, Ohio. 

He was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, life was marked by hard work, resilience, and an unwavering optimism that inspired all who knew him.

John graduated from Warsaw High School in the class of 1956. After completing his education,...

Jean Frew

Oct 18, 2024

Jean Donley Frew, 86, of Conesville, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Altercare of Coshocton. She was born on June 19, 1938 in Adams Mills to the late Arthur and Lena (Ramsey) Donley. She was formally married to Ross E. Frew, who passed away in November of 2001. She was a graduate in 1956 of Jefferson High School...

Leoma Jenkins

Oct 17, 2024

Leoma Jenkins, 74, of Coshocton passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at her home. She was born on August 18, 1950 in Coshocton to the late, David Newell and Dorothy (Madison) Hughes. On January 12, 1970, she married Terry Jenkins, who survives. From that time on, her and Terry were close partners, working side by side on anything from...

Curtis Alford

Oct 15, 2024

Curtis "Fathead "Alan Alford. 71 of Coshocton, passed away on Tuesday October 15, 2024, at Genesis Hospital after a long, fought illness. He was born on January 1, 1953, in Coshocton to the late Chalmus L. H. Alford and Kathryn (Wilson) Alford, who survives. He spent most of his working career driving semi-trucks for his father and later in life...

James Slaughter

Oct 15, 2024

James "Jim" E. Slaughter, 78, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at home, surrounded by family, following a long battle with cancer. He was born on September 23, 1946 in Coshocton, Ohio to the late Richard and Hazel Marie (Walters) Slaughter. Truck driving was the center of his life, he drove for over 50 years, driving up to his last...