OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
Mildred Jean Gibson
Apr 14, 2025
Mildred Jean Gibson, passed away on April 14, 2025, at Landmark of Laurel Creek, surrounded by family. Born on May 3, 1944, in Hyden, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Mitchell Sizemore and Hallie Osborne Sizemore.
Mildred was a devoted homemaker who embodied the values of kindness, care, and friendliness. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her immediate family, touching...
Stanley Gibson
Apr 9, 2025
Stanley Gibson, fondly known as "Stan," passed away on April 9, 2025, at the Well's Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. He was 67 years old. Born on September 21, 1957, in Leslie County, Kentucky, Stan lived a life characterized by hard work and a deep love for his family.
His career as a truck driver was diverse and fulfilling, as he...
Pearl Wayne Couch
Apr 5, 2025
Pearl Wayne Couch, a beloved member of his family and community, passed away on April 5, 2025, in Shelbyville, Indiana, at the age of 56. Born on July 8, 1968, in Hyden, Kentucky, Pearl was a friendly and outgoing individual who touched the lives of many during his time with us.
A proud high school graduate, Pearl dedicated much of his...
Albin Richard Wilson
Apr 4, 2025
Albin Richard Wilson, a dedicated coal miner and a proud Vietnam veteran of the U.S. Army, passed away on April 4, 2025, at the Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, Kentucky. Born on January 16, 1948, in Dayton, Ohio, Albin led a life marked by hard work, passion, and a commitment to his family.
Throughout his career as a coal miner, Albin...
Brandon Scott Fortney
Apr 3, 2025
Brandon Scott Fortney, a cherished member of the Hyden community and a dedicated former coal miner, passed away on April 3, 2025, at Mary Breckinridge ARH. He was born on August 24, 1977, in Lexington, Kentucky, where he cultivated his love for the outdoors and a passion for mechanics and auto repair.
Brandon's career as a coal miner at Black Hawk...
Heather Cheryl Kilburn Wooton
Apr 3, 2025
Heather Cheryl Kilburn Wooton, age 54, of Wooton, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 3, 2025. Born on August 23, 1970 in Salem, Indiana to Carolyn Kilburn and the late Charlie Kilburn, known for her big heart, her bold personality, and the way she could make anyone feel like family. To those who knew and loved...
Barbara Baker Brock
Mar 31, 2025
Barbara Baker Brock, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully departed this world on March 31, 2025, at her residence in East Bernstadt, Kentucky Born on January 30, 1940, in Essie, Kentucky, Barbara was known for her vibrant spirit, culinary talents, and the warmth she brought to everyone around her.
Throughout her career, Barbara operated several grocery stores and restaurants, garnering a...
Hubert Morgan
Mar 29, 2025
Hubert Morgan, a beloved figure known for his dedication to his career and his family, peacefully passed away on March 29, 2025, in Wendover, Kentucky. He was 79 years old. He was born on April 16, 1945, in Hyden, Kentucky, and throughout his life, he made a profound impact on those around him.
Hubert pursued a commendable career at IBM Computers,...
Sandra Causey
Mar 22, 2025
Sandra Causey, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at Well's Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was born on November 1, 1957, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and she lived a life marked by love, resilience, and dedication to her family.
A devoted mother, Sandra is survived by her three daughters, Della Adams, Melissa Begley, and Jennifer Causey. Her legacy continues through...
Charles "Hoss" Harris
Mar 21, 2025
Charles "Hoss" Harris, 63, of Sizerock, Kentucky, departed this life on March 21, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Charles was born on December 22, 1961 to the late William and Bessie Sawyer Harris in Laurel County. He was a retired coal miner. He loved spending time with family, four wheeler riding, coal mining, and...
David W. (Wayne) Napier
Mar 19, 2025
David W. (Wayne) Napier, 69 of Essie, Kentucky departed this life on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at the Mary Breckinridge Hospital in Hyden, Kentucky. David W. was born March 8, 1956 to the union of the late, Willie and Lona Howard Napier. Throughout his life his occupations included a carpenter, coal miner, logger and dozer operator. He enjoyed fishing, riding...
Pamela Kilburn Shepherd
Mar 17, 2025
*Courtesy Obituary*
Mrs. Pamela Kilburn Shepherd, 76 of Somerset, passed from this life on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the home of her daughter. She was born in Hyden, KY on January 18, 1949 the daughter of Bill and Dolly Clark Kilburn. She had been a billing supervisor for Mary Breckinridge ARH Hospital in Hyden and was a member of Olive...
Lena May Mosley Hollen
Mar 16, 2025
Lena May Mosley Hollen, a beloved figure in her community and a devoted family member, was born on May 11, 1951, in Clay County, Kentucky. She entered peacefully into rest on March 16, 2025, at her residence in Bear Branch, Kentucky. She was 73 years old.
Lena’s professional journey was marked by her role as the co-owner and operator of L&M...
Loretta Roberts Ferguson
Mar 16, 2025
Loretta Roberts Ferguson, formerly of Stinnett, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, in Centerville, Ohio. She was 78 years old. Born on March 1, 1947, in Stinnett, Kentucky, Loretta was the cherished daughter of the late, Rev. Jim Roberts and Oakie Smith Roberts, now deceased.
Loretta graduated high school and dedicated her career to General Motors, where she was known...
Sue C. Joseph
Mar 11, 2025
Sue C. Joseph, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of her family, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, at Well's Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky, at the age of 80. Born on March 18, 1944, in Bledsoe, Kentucky, Sue spent her life nurturing her passions, which included flower gardening and deeply engaging with the lives of her family members.
Sue...
Jimmie Darrell Terry
Mar 6, 2025
Jimmie Darrell Terry, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, at his residence in London, Kentucky at the age of 83. He was born on April 9, 1941, in Hazard, Kentucky, the son of the late Lee Terry & Pauline Begley Terry. Jim dedicated his life to family, service to his country and a career...
Mae Hensley Woods
Mar 4, 2025
Mae Hensley Woods, a beloved matriarch, passed away on March 4, 2025, at Wells Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was 89 years old. Born on May 26, 1935, in Leslie County, Kentucky, Mae was a dedicated owner and operator of J.H. Hensley store, where she served her community with commitment and passion.
Throughout her life, Mae was known for her...
Ronnie Eugene Folmsbee
Mar 2, 2025
Ronnie Eugene Folmsbee, a beloved coal truck driver and dedicated family man, passed away on March 2, 2025, at Baptist Health in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on October 1, 1959, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Ronnie lived a life filled with passion for his work and love for his family.
As a coal truck driver, Ronnie embraced the rigors of the job with...
Lena Day Engle
Feb 23, 2025
*Courtesy Obituary*
Lena (Day) Engle, daughter of the late Henry and Edith (Lewis) Day, was born July 31st, 1940 in Leslie County, Kentucky. She was united in marriage to Harold Engle who preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Sherri Anderson and husband Robert of London, Kentucky; by her siblings, Elmer Day and wife Bonnie of East Bernstadt,...
David Norman Bowling
Feb 17, 2025
David Norman Bowling, born on February 19, 1956, in Hyden, KY, son of the late Paul Bowling and the late Lillian Fields Bowling. He passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, in Thousandsticks, Kentucky. He was a dedicated employee at Recycling Fields of Dayton, Ohio, where his commitment to work was only matched by his devotion to family and community.
David...
