OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
Charlie Estep
Jan 30, 2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Charlie Estep, a beloved individual who will be remembered for his significant contributions and the impact he made during his lifetime. Charlie was born on March 17, 1923, in Bobtown, KY, to James Harvey Estep and Damie Phelps Estep. He peacefully passed away on January 30, 2024, in Somerset, KY.
Charlie's career...
Mary Lou Napier Gibson
Jan 28, 2024
Mrs. Mary Lou Napier Gibson was born, December 20, 1952 in Hyden, Kentucky. Mary Lou is the daughter of the late, Frank Woods and the late, Pauline Napier. She passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024 at the Hazard ARH Medical Center, Hazard, Kentucky. Mary Lou was 71 years old. Mary Lou was a life long resident of Hyden, Kentucky. By...
Dwight Darwin Osborne
Jan 28, 2024
Dwight Darwin Osborne, a hardworking coal miner with a strong work ethic, passed away on January 28, 2024, at Baptist Health - Lexington, KY. He was born on February 20, 1969, in Beaver Dam, KY. Dwight dedicated many years of his life to working as a coal miner at Whitaker Coal Co. He approached his work with diligence and determination,...
David Anthony "Tony" Dodson
Jan 27, 2024
David Anthony "Tony" Dodson was born December 23, 1970 in Hyden, Kentucky. Tony is the son of the late, Russell Dodson and the late, Vanda Bell Dodson. He passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024. He was 53 years old. Tony had been a life long resident of Leslie County. He enjoyed fishing, riding four wheelers and spending time with his...
Geneva Marie Joseph
Jan 25, 2024
Geneva Marie Joseph was born October 6, 1945 in Harlan, KY., the daughter of the late Floyd Curry and Bessie Adam Curry. Geneva passed away at the Hyden Health and Rehabilitation Center on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at the age of 78. She enjoyed crocheting, painting, drawing and cooking. Geneva was preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Elza...
Hilda Smith Brock
Jan 17, 2024
Hilda Smith Brock was born, October 4, 1949 at Stinnett, Kentucky. Hilda is the daughter of the late, Roy Smith and Rose Collett Smith. Hilda passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at the Hazard ARH Medical Center, Hazard, Kentucky. She was 74 years old. Hilda had been a resident of Leslie County for 30 years. She had previously lived in...
James "Pete" Baker
Jan 15, 2024
James "Pete" Baker was born, January 20, 1940 in Leslie County, Kentucky the son of the late, Nola Gordon. James passed away, Monday, January 15, 2024 at his residence at Wooton, Kentucky. He was 83 years old. James had been a life long resident of Leslie County. By occupation he was a retired coal miner having worked for Blue Diamond...
Bonnie Lois Wilson Couch
Jan 15, 2024
Bonnie Lois Couch, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, educator, and creative soul, passed away peacefully at her residence in Richmond, KY on January 15, 2024, at the age of 87. Born in Leslie Co., KY on September 18, 1936, Bonnie had a profound impact on the lives of those she encountered throughout her distinguished career and personal life.
Bonnie's journey began in...
Renae Sue Baker Couch
Jan 14, 2024
Renae Sue Baker Couch was born February 12, 1979 in Hyden, Kentucky the daughter of Vincent Baker and Rita Gail Caldwell Baker. Renae passed away at the St. Joseph of London Hospital in London, Kentucky on Sunday, January 14, 2024. Renae was 44 years old. Renae had been a resident of Laurel County for the past 21 years. she was...
Fred Jones Jr.
Jan 12, 2024
Fred Jones Jr., age 64 passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1959, to Fred and Nannie (Begley) Jones.
Fred was a graduate of Lakota High School, West Chester, Ohio and United Electronics Institute, Louisville, Kentucky. He worked at Armor Elevator Company, Louisville, Kentucky.
Surviving are his sisters, Lois Jones, Irene Mitchell, brother, Boyd Jones wife...
James Morgan
Jan 6, 2024
James Morgan was born October 23, 1974 in Hazard, Kentucky. James passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024 in Seattle Washington. He was 49 years old. James had been a resident of Washington for the past 25 years. James was residing in Lacey, Washington at the time of his death. James had a very distinguished military and employed career. He served...
J.C. Muncy
Jan 6, 2024
THE OBITUARY OF MR. J.C. MUNCY
Mr. J.C. Muncy born on November 04, 1957 departed this life on Saturday, January 6, 2023 at Mozelle, KY. J.C. was born at Hyden, KY, the son of the late Isaac Muncy and Bessie Asher. He was 66 years old. J.C. was affiliated with the Stinnett Gap Church of God, Stinnett,...
Richard "Dickie" Paul Melton
Jan 6, 2024
Richard "Dickie" Paul Melton, a beloved figure in the auto sales industry, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2024, at the Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. Born on January 12, 1941, in Wooton KY. to the late Carl Melton and Marie Eversole Melton, Dickie led a remarkable life filled with professional achievements and cherished moments with his family...
Earl Lewis
Dec 27, 2023
Earl Lewis, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on December 27, 2023, at the Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. He was born on July 2, 1951, in his hometown of Hyden, KY. Earl was known for his distinguished employment career as a miner for Whitaker Coal Company, where he worked tirelessly for 35 years.Throughout his life,...
Rondal Ray Collett
Dec 25, 2023
Rondal Ray Collett, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on December 25, 2023, at the Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. Born on November 29, 1952, in Essie, KY, Rondal led a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to his family and career.Rondal's journey began with his pursuit of education. He earned an Associate Degree...
Teresa Lewis Joseph
Dec 23, 2023
Teresa Lewis Joseph, a dedicated registered nurse and beloved member of the community, passed away December 23, 2023. She was born on February 10, 1957, in Harlan, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Ralph Lewis and Mary Rose Sizemore Lewis. Teresa dedicated 32 years of her life to the nursing profession, making a lasting impact on the lives she touched.Teresa...
Ryan Neal Bowling
Dec 19, 2023
Ryan Neal Bowling was born on April 8, 1995 at Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Ryan is the son of Curtis Leon Bowling and Michelle Leigh Rayner Brock. Ryan passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Baptist Health in Lexington, KY. Ryan was 28 years old. Ryan had spent most of his life in London but had also lived...
Harry Nelson Couch
Dec 19, 2023
Harry Nelson Couch, an avid outdoors-man, skilled mechanic, and the life of every room he wasin, died on December 19th, 2023. He was 65 years old.
Harry was born to Albert and Mary Ann Couch on March 8, 1958 in Hyden, KY. At the age of 4,Harry and his family suffered a tragedy when Albert was killed in a mining...
Chester Caldwell
Dec 18, 2023
Chester Caldwell passed away Monday, December 18, 2023 at the Wells Hospice Center, Hazard, KY. He was 82 years old. Chester is the son of the late, Sampson Caldwell and the late, Nancy Roark Caldwell. Chester had been a life long resident of Leslie County. By occupation he was an employee for the State Highway Dept. and Leslie County LKLP....
Silas Adams
Dec 17, 2023
Silas Adams, a retired miner and M.S.H.A. Inspector, passed away on December 17, 2023, at Hazard ARH. Born on March 6, 1939, in Yeaddiss, Kentucky, Silas led a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and service to others.Silas was a man of unwavering faith and spent countless hours reading his Bible. His spiritual devotion guided him throughout his life, offering...
