8 • The Beacon March 27, 2025
Jeffrey D. Wilden, affectionately known as“ Jeff,” was born on June 4, 1951, in Coshocton. He passed away at the age of 73 on March 21, 2025, at Genesis Medical Center in Zanesville, Ohio.
He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and a strong bond with family, friends and co-workers.
Jeff’ s career began at Pretty Products, where he worked for nine years before moving on to Cleveland Cliffs, where he dedicated 26 years of his professional life. He also proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Medic from 1971 to 1973, an experience that honed his caring nature.
A member of American Legion Post 431 in Newcomerstown and the Central Christian Church in Coshocton.
He graduated from Coshocton High School and furthered his education by receiving an Associate degree from Columbus Business College, equipping him with knowledge that would serve him throughout his life.
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Jeffrey D. Wilden
Jeffrey Wilden
Jeff was known for his fun-loving, friendly personality and his good sense of humor, which endeared him to friends and family alike. He enjoyed all kinds of hunting, with a particular fondness for fishing. A true nurturer at heart, he loved spending time in his garden planting vegetables and flowers, showcasing his love for nature and the joy it brought him.
He loved farming with his father in the 1980s at Wilden’ s Dream Farm, where they raised livestock. This venture not only exemplified his dedication to family and tradition but
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also instilled in him lifelong values of hard work and perseverance.
Jeff is survived by his beloved wife, Cheryl A.( Phillabaum) Wilden whom he married September 18, 1999; daughter Heather( Brent) Huff of Newcomerstown; grandchildren Lane and Grace Huff; sister Pam( Steve) Conkle of Fresno; motherin-law Virginia Phillabaum; one niece, one nephew and several cousins.
He was predeceased by his father, Robert F. Wilden; mother, JoAnn( Simkins) Wilden; and father-in-law Don Phillabaum.
Jeff’ s memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew him, touching lives with warmth, laughter, and an unwavering spirit of kindness.
Per Jeff’ s wishes, a cremation will take place, and no services will be observed.
The Miller Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
An online memorial is located at www. themillerfunerahome. com.
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Charles( Chuck) Edison Quillen, 68, of Coshocton, Ohio entered into the church triumphant on March 17, 2025. Chuck was born on July 13, 1956, in Harlan, KY, to the late James and Janina( Hall) Quillen. He was preceded in death by his stepmom who helped to raise him from about the age of eight, Peggy Quillen and stepbrother Ralph Hall.
Chuck served in the United States Navy for ten years from 1980-1990. While in the Navy Chuck enjoyed traveling the world and seeing new cultures. After leaving the Navy he lived in New Hampshire and North Carolina for a period of time. After meeting and marrying Deb he moved to Ohio and began a new career as a nurse’ s aide, working in nursing homes and doing home healthcare. He retired in 2020 leaving him time to
Chris A. Bickle Sr., 71, of Coshocton passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at the Coshocton Regional Medical Center. He was born in Coshocton, OH on January 3, 1954, to the late James and Leah( Thomas) Bickle.
Chris began working at the age of 16 at Ansell Edmont and continued working there his whole adult life before retiring. In his spare time, he enjoyed going to the races with his grandson and son and spending time with family.
Chris is survived by his wife of 52 years, Deborah
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enjoy his hobby of ham radio operating, KD8SON. Chuck enjoyed many years as a member of various Lion’ s Clubs. He followed his wife to churches in Canton, Barnesville / Batesville, Creston, East Fairfield and finally to Coshocton serving in ministry in various ways. He is survived by his
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( Clark) Bickle; son David( Sabrina) Bickle of Coshocton; grandchildren Hunter( Emily) Bickle, Chloe( Karson) Bickle, and Rylee Nichols.
“ favorite” wife, Rev. Deborah( Beaver) Quillen whom he married on July 13, 2001. He is also survived by his daughter Angela Quillen, two granddaughters Sydney and Cheyanne Sanders. sister Linda( Gary) York, brother Danny( Melissa) Quillen, step siblings Jerry( Renee) Hall, LaDonna( Johnny) North, Janie Hensley-White and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, March 24th at 12:00 noon at Murray Funeral Home, 173 S. Main St. Creston, Ohio, where friends were able to call from 11:00 a. m. till the time of service. Burial followed at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery at 1:15 p. m.
Memorials in Chuck’ s name may be made to the Grace United Methodist Church, PO Box 1548, Coshocton, OH 43812, for the fire restoration.
Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his dog Kumar; and siblings Pamela and Mark Bickle.
The family asks that everyone wear casual clothing and their favorite race shirt for services.
Calling hours were held at the Miller Funeral Home, 639 Main St., Coshocton, OH 43812 on Friday, March 21, 2025, from 3:00pm- 5:00pm. Funeral services began at 5:00pm, Pastor Mark Granger officiated.
An online memorial is located at ww. themillerfuneralhome. com.
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