8 • The Beacon May 11 , 2023
Jack Kaser , 82 , of Warsaw passed away Friday , May 5 , 2023 , at home surrounded by his family . He was born in Coshocton , Ohio on January 5 , 1941 , to the late Klines and Marie ( Wantland ) Kaser .
Jack graduated from Warsaw High School in 1958 and worked as a crane operator at Clows ( McWane Ductile ) for 40 years before retiring . He also was a Jefferson Township trustee for many years , was a member of the organizing board for the Walhonding Valley Fire station and was one of the 1st volunteer fireman . He enjoyed spending his time farming on his
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family farm that has been passed down for generations .
Jack is survived by his wife of 41 years , Judy ( Moritz ) Kaser ; children Tony ( Tara ) Kaser of Warsaw , Tad ( Stacey ) Kaser of Warsaw , and Heidi ( Jeff ) Freetage of Wooster ; grandchildren Colt ( Heather ) Kaser , Candice
In Loving Memory of …
Linda K Sycks Whitmeyer
78 , of Alexandria , Virginia went home to be with Christ on January 23 , 2023 , after a courageous battle with Cancer . She was born April 5 , 1944 , in Coshocton Ohio to Howard and Blanche Sycks .
Linda graduated from Coshocton High School in 1962 . After attending West Liberty University in West Virginia , she made stops in Columbus OH , and Boston , MA before settling in Washington DC in 1972 . There she met the love of her life , Richard “ Woody ” Whitmeyer , whom she married in 1974 .
Linda was an “ auntie ” to so many in her life . She adored her visits and time with her many nieces and nephews , often showing them off in Olde Towne Alexandria or traveling to see them wherever they lived . Many who knew Linda have recalled stories of her vibrant and colorful life , her infectious laughs , her beautiful smile , and most of all , her passion for her dogs . Linda could be found traveling across-country in her mini-van to pick up a rescue dog or organizing an overnight search for a local lost pup , even using her night-vision goggles . Linda knew all the dogs in her neighborhood and through that , got to know their owners and became friends with them as well . She was a woman of deep faith , with her dog-eared daily devotional being held together by paper clips from her continual prayer readings . She was an active member at the Arlington Metaphysical Chapel .
Linda spent many years working as an accountant consultant for the US Government . Her profound organizational skills and keen intellect earned her the highest level of trust and regard by her coworkers and employers .
Linda is preceded in death by her parents Howard and Blanche Sycks , husband Woody , Brother Jerry Sycks , Nephew Andrew Sycks , Great Nephews Mark Hale and David Gonter , Jr ., and Great Niece Sydney Dobbs . She is survived by Brother Jim ( Sandra ) Sycks , sister-in-law Martha Sycks , stepson Jay Whitmeyer , several cousins , and many nieces and nephews that she treated like her own children . In addition , she had many friends and neighbors at the Fort Ellsworth Condo community in Alexandria and dear friends Nancy Carr , Barbara ( Rehard ) Dedics , and Rachel Wheelock .
Celebration of life ceremonies were held on Saturday April 1st in Alexandria , VA as well as an interment will be Sat June 17 at South Lawn Cemetery , 1317 Cemetery Dr , Coshocton 43812 . at 11am with a Celebration of life following at Schumaker Farms 52441 County Rd 16 West Lafayette , OH 43845 , starting at noon .
In lieu of flowers , please donate to no kill animal rescues , including Hart Animal Rescue , PO Box 7261 Fairfax Station , VA 22039 or the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation , 6801 Wilson Blvd Falls Church , VA 22044 .
“ Aunt ” Linda lived to love and loved to serve .
Obituaries
Kaser , Derek ( Ana ) Kaser , Darcie ( Zack ) Moore , Tyler ( Taylor ) Pinckard , Megan Miller , Brandi Miller , Cali ( Jake ) Mellor , Michael ( Emily ) Freetage , Jessica Freetage , and Nicole Freetage ; several great grandchildren ; sister Reva Borden ; and several nieces and nephews .
Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his grandson Clinton Kaser ; brother Joe ( Mary ) Kaser ; and brother-in-law Bob Borden .
Per Jacks wishes a cremation will take place and private services will be held at a later date . The Miller Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the family . Memorial contributions can be directed towards Genesis Hospice of Zanesville . An online memorial is located at www . themillerfuneralhome . com .
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Kenneth William Perry , 83 , of Coshocton passed away Friday , May 5 , 2023 , at his home . He was born in Coshocton , Ohio on October 20 , 1939 , to the late Kenneth E . and Caroline ( Collins ) Perry .
Kenny graduated from Coshocton High School in 1957 , and went on to serve in the United States Army . He worked at Coshocton Brake and Supply for 40 years , General Electric and Packett Mobile Homes . He was a life member of the Coshocton Elks Lodge , Coshocton AMVETS , and a 50-year member to the American Legion . He was an avid golfer , enjoyed the outdoors and tending to his yard and garden , and he was very well known as the “ dancer with a beer mug on his head ”.
Kenny is survived by his long-time companion , Sandra Jenkins ; stepchildren David ( Christy ) Jenkins , Barbara Brening ,
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Friends may call at the Miller Funeral Home , 639 Main Street , Coshocton , Ohio 43812 on Thursday , May 11 , 2023 from 3:00pm-4:00pm with funeral services beginning at 4:00pm with Pastor Mark Granger officiating . Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery , Warsaw where the Coshocton County Veterans Council will be performing military honors . Memorial contributions can be directed towards the Coshocton Veterans Council or the Coshocton AMVETS ; envelopes will be available at the funeral home . An online memorial is located at www . themillerfuneralhome . com .
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