All Obituaries

Betty Mae Kyle, 63, of Coshocton passed away Thursday, January 10, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family and special friends Dave, Christy, Stacie, and long-time nurse friend Laura. She was born in Athens, Ohio on June 17, 1955 to the late Clyde and Erma Mae (Stover) Metcalf. She worked for many years at Longaberger and then as a Registered Nurse at Autumn Healthcare and most recently for Interim Hospice of Coshocton.  Betty is a member of the Coshocton Christian Tabernacle and was...

Dorothy Mae Sutton, 92, of Coshocton passed away on Wednesday January 9, 2019. Dorothy was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 6, 1926, the daughter of the late Alfred and Jean (Iliff) Redfern.  She graduated from Euclid High School.  Dorothy had several occupations throughout her life including helping to provide food for the Portage County Juvenile Center. Dorothy was a member of Roscoe United Methodist Church and past member of the Eastern Star.  She enjoyed creating her...

John F. Blair, 88, of Coshocton passed away at his home on Wednesday January 9, 2019. John was born on the family farm in Coshocton on June 4, 1930 to the late Frank & Ruth (Renner) Blair. He graduated from West Lafayette High School and retired from the local Chevy dealership in Coshocton where he worked in service, parts and sales.  John is a past member of the West Lafayette Lions Club, he also enjoyed his time with his family boating, camping, fishing and time with his wife...

Frank C. “Bud” Spinks Jr., 70, of Coshocton passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at his home surrounded by family.  He was born in Coshocton on August 29, 1948 to the late Frank C. Spinks Sr. and Gladys (Taylor) Spinks. He was a graduate of River View High School and served in the United States Army during Vietnam. He previously worked for Pretty Products, Penn Michigan, Clows, and TW Metal. Frank was a member of the Coshocton Church of the Nazarene, Eagles Lodge 761,...

Marthalue “Marty” G. Matis, 78, of Coshocton passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at River Crossing Nursing and Rehabilitation in Coshocton.  She was born in Muskingum County on January 29, 1940 to the late John and Hazel (Dickerson) Cullins. She was a member of Liberty Church and retired Novelty Advertising. She loved to collect bells and jewelry. She was an avid sponsor for the Upper Room Assembly food pantry. Marty is survived by her son Bryan (Shelly) Brillhart of New...

C. JoAnn Marquand, 89, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday January 6, 2019. JoAnn was born on December 12, 1929 in Newcomerstown, Ohio, she was the sweet daughter of the late Margaret (Jones) Castle and B.K. Castle.  She graduated from Newcomerstown High School in 1948. She was first married to the late Archie Fletcher Jr. in 1947.  They had five children and share over twenty-four years together.  She later married the Richard Marquand Sr.. JoAnn was a...

Howard S. Cognion, 75, of Coshocton passed away at his home with his family by his side on Friday January 4, 2019. Howard was born in Coshocton on June 30, 1943 to the late Harold and Wauneita (Deeds) Cognion.  He attended Plainfield High School and had worked as a timber cutter, Clow Water Systems and Peabody Coal company.  Howard was also a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.  He loved mushroom hunting, feeding squirrels, walking the hills around Wills Creek, camping,...

Roberta A. Kiser, 62, of Coshocton passed away at Altercare of Coshocton on Friday January 4, 2019.  Roberta was born in Coshocton on August 17, 1956 to the late Robert and Margaret (Matthews) Courtright. She graduated from River View High School, class of 1974 and retired from the Coshocton County Juvenile Court system after twenty-one years of service.  Roberta loved spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren. Roberta is survived by her four...

Tommy D. Crown, 83, of Coshocton passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at Altercare Nursing and Rehabilitation in Coshocton.  He was born in Coshocton on April 9, 1935 to the late Ralph “Bay” and Ruth (Nelson) Crown. He graduated from Coshocton High School and served in the United States National Guard for six years and retired from AK Steel after working there for 32 years.  He loved to go flying, golfing and listening to Jazz and Big Band Music. Tommy is survived by...

Darla Kay “Beetle” Meek, 51, of Coshocton passed away Sunday, December 30, 2018 at her home.  She was born in Coshocton on November 25, 1967 to the late Howard I. and Donna L. (Loader) Meek. Darla graduated from Newcomerstown High School in 1986 and went on to serve in the United States Army.  While in high school she was a very accomplished athlete in volleyball, basketball, and track.  She still holds the school record for leading scorer for basketball. ...