Maribeth Stover, 68 of Newark passed away on August 26, 2021 at her residence. She was born in Sewickley, PA on March 18, 1953 to Joseph and Frances (Begg) Kost.

Maribeth is survived by her husband of 46 years, Jack Stover, whom she married on December 27, 1974 in Aliquippa, PA; son Daniel (Emily) Stover of Newark; sisters-in-law, Sharon (Jim) Overmier, Donna (John) Rusinko; special cousin, Nancy (Jerry) Eckenrode; god-daughter, Charlene Horwatt (Dave Ammons).

She was preceded in death by parents and her beloved Mosley.

Maribeth graduated with bachelor degrees from Edinboro University and Ohio University to return to teaching of art through her love of children. She had a career of over 20 years teaching at Newark Catholic, Licking County JVS and retiring from Tri Valley School District. Many years were spent in floral design at Roots and Shoots and retiring for the third time from Elder Beerman and Goumas Candyland.

Maribeth loved gardening and was a Master Gardner with Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers. She was especially proud of her Monarch Waystation and continuing the species.

The family would like to express a special thanks for the care provided by Ohio Living Hospice.

The family requests memorial contributions to Maribeth's favorite charity the Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers or Dawes Arboretum.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning September 1, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in the Newark Chapel of Vensil & Chute Funeral Home, 1850 West Main Street with Pastor Chuck Horsley officiating. Calling hours will be observed Tuesday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.