8 • The Beacon May 8, 2025
Helen Marie Shearn, age 88, of Coshocton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Roscoe Gardens in Coshocton. She was born January 24, 1937, to Russell and Christina( Johnson) Jennings in Adamsville, Ohio.
Upon graduation from Adamsville High School in 1955, Helen began her lifelong career as a traditional housewife and mother of four. In raising her children, she was said to be a very stubborn, yet loving, woman. She was also a devoted
Christian, and therefore enjoyed attending church at Conesville Wesleyan Church and Tyndall United Methodist Church.
On May 26, 1956, she married her late husband, James G. Shearn. He passed away on July 4, 2001.
Helen loved to spend time outdoors, especially near a lake where she could fish. She also loved gardening, solving puzzles, reading mysteries, and canning food.
Helen is survived by her children, Cindy Fairall of
Obituaries
Helen Marie Shearn
Coshocton, Gary Shearn of West Lafayette, Terry Shearn of Mount Vernon, and Candy Mc- Coy of Coshocton; her grandchildren, Bryan Shearn, Shane Shearn, Derrick Shearn, Clinton McCoy, Trudie Shearn, Jennifer McHenry, and Seth Travis; her great-grandchildren, Tyler Saxton, Chase McHenry, Alexa McHenry, Macy Shearn, Braydon Shearn, Meye Shearn, and Kingston Shearn; alongside two great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her siblings,
Iona Dolick of Coshocton, Mary Lane of Coshocton, Phyllis Jennings of Zanesville, Barb Moran of Zanesville, Nancy Lane of Zanesville, Thomas Jennings of Coshocton, and Daniel Jennings of Georgia.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her infant daughter, Connie Shearn, her siblings, Ralph Jennings, Jimmy Jennings, William Jennings, Donald Jennings, Evelyn Fisher, Janice Jennings, and Kenneth Jennings, her sons-inlaw, Ronnie Fairall and Timothy
McCoy, and her daughter-inlaw, Jodie Shearn.
A graveside service was held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Branch Cemetery, with Pastor Matt Wilson officiating. Given-Dawson-Paisley Funeral Home served the family.
For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made in Helen’ s name to the Coshocton County Animal Shelter.
An online memorial can be viewed at www. given-dawsonpaisleyfh. com.
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The family of Max Snow would like to thank friends Tyler and Boone for their visits after Max came home from the hospital.
We appreciated the many calls, cards and prayers.
Thanks to all who sent flowers, planters, gifts and donated trees in Max’ s memory.
A note of appreciation to Shriver’ s Hospice for their support and care given to Max. Special thanks to his caring team- Melissa, Misty, Kimmie, and Kim S.
Thanks to Miller Funeral home for your services during this difficult time.
Our gratitude to Schumaker Farms for the catered meal after visitation and to Addison, Payton, Rose, Heather, Jon and Kara for the help with setup / cleanup.
Wife, Diane and the Family of Max Snow
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Martin“ Marty” Gosser
Martin“ Marty” Gosser, age 61, of Coshocton passed away on April 30, 2025, at home, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 24, 1963, in Coshocton, Ohio to the late Martin E. and Janet( Mason) Gosser. On July 16, 1993, he married Robin( Fine) Gosser, who survives. Marty was a hard worker, currently working as an electrician at Mc- Wane Ductile. He previously worked at Oxford Mining and Maverick Trucking, during his career. Farming was his passion, he enjoyed raising cattle and tending to his crops. He also loved spending time with his family and friends.
Along with his wife, he is survived by his children, Brandon( Sarah) Gosser of Coshocton and Kelsey( John) Hall of
The family of Eva June Bryant Kiser would like to express their gratitude to family, friends, BPW sisters, and Square Dance friends for all their prayers, cards, and good wishes for our family. We were truly blessed to have Mom, Grandma, and Gege in our life for 97 years and 8 months. We also want to thank her aides for the help they provided so that she could remain in her own apartment for so long. Thank you to the nurses and aides at AlterCare who made her feel very comfortable and she so enjoyed teasing all of them.
Rodger and Tomma Bordenkircher; Shawn and Molly Bordenkircher; Stacie and Jake Lahna and her 5 greatgrandchildren
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Tiffani Sue Celeschi, 44, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025, at Roscoe Gardens. Tiffani had several family and friends by her side.
Tiffani leaves behind her husband John( JD) Celeschi, two daughters, Amia( Erik Kron) and Pheonix of the home.
She also leaves her grandfathers, Tom Triplett of Newcomerstown and Roger( Sharon) Bradshaw, FL. Mother-in-law, Debbie Bartoe, father-in-law, Dan Celeschi, and sister-in-law Darcey Celeschi. Granddaughter Feyre Kron. Several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
Tiffani is preceded in death by her mother,
Columbus; grandson, Brantley Gosser; sisters, Teresa( Larry) Bradford and Jana( Mitch) Bradford as well as several nieces and nephews;
He is preceded in death by his parents and mother and father-in-law, Phillip and Susan Fine.
Calling hours were at The Miller Funeral Home on Monday, May 5, 2025, from 5pm to 7pm and an hour before the service. The funeral service began on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 11am, Rev. Stew Royce officiated. Burial followed at South Lawn Cemetery. A meal was held directly after at Central Christian Church.
An online memorial can be viewed at www. themillerfuneralhome. com.
Tiffani Sue Celeschi
Tiffani Sue Celeschi
Cindy Bradshaw( Steve Belt), grandmother Martha Triplett, and Bosco, her beloved dog.
Per Tiffani’ s wish, she will be cremated and a celebration of life at a later date.