OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
Dane Alan Begley
Sep 16, 2024
Dane Alan Begley, born on August 29,1962, in Hyden, Kentucky, departed this life on September 16, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. He was 62 years old. He lived a life filled with hard work, resilience, and an unwavering dedication to his family.
Dane's career spanned several important roles; he worked as a coal miner, which showcased his strong...
Goldie Mae "Gomae" Simpson
Sep 14, 2024
Goldie Mae "Gomae" Simpson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024, at the Hyden Health & Rehab Center in Hyden, Kentucky. She was 70 years old. They were united in marriage in August, 1971. She was born on December 9, 1953, in Hoskinston, Kentucky, and spent her life dedicated to her family and...
Wade Franklin "Outlaw" Baker
Sep 10, 2024
Wade Franklin "Outlaw" Baker, born on November 22, 1954, in Big Rock, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on September 10,2024, at his residence in Yeaddiss, Kentucky. He was a dedicated coal miner, contributing thirty years of hard work to Blue Diamond Mining, followed by fifteen years as a coal truck driver. Wade was known not only for his work ethic but...
Mary Michelle Welch
Aug 29, 2024
Mary Michelle Welch, a homemaker, was born on May 16, 1975, in Jackson County, Kentucky. She departed this life on August 29, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that be cherished by all who knew her.
Mary Michelle spent her days nurturing her family, finding joy and fulfillment in the company of her cherished daughters, Kaylee Hurst (Josh)...
Judy Ann Hamilton Brock
Aug 29, 2024
Judy Ann Brock of Helton Kentucky passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at the Hospice of the Bluegrass Center at UK in Lexington Kentucky after a short illness. She was born on August 2, 1955 in Hyden Kentucky, She enjoyed sports and was a Cheerleader in the Leslie County schools for many years. Judy enjoyed listening to rock n...
Hollis Wayne Caldwell
Aug 28, 2024
Hollis Wayne Caldwell, born on August 10, 1948, in Beverly, Kentucky, passed away on August 28, 2024, at Baptist Health in Corbin, Kentucky. Hollis lived a life characterized by hard work, devotion, and a profound connection with his family.
By occupation, Hollis was a retired coal miner and carpenter, having also been a former employee of the Leslie County Jail. His...
Jacqueline Smith Gilbert
Aug 27, 2024
Jacqueline Smith Gilbert, known by many as "Mammaw Jackie" a devoted mother, grandmother, and a cherished member of the community, passed away on August 27, 2024 at Well's Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. Born on May 5, 1940, in Stinnett, Kentucky, Jacqueline touched the lives of many throughout her remarkable journey.
Jacqueline dedicated 31 years of her life to the Leslie...
Thelma C. Couch
Aug 24, 2024
Thelma C. Couch, age 87, of Annville, Kentucky passed away Saturday August 24, 2024 at the Hospice of Lake Cumberland. She was the sister of Eldon Childers of Annville, Kentucky, Matilda Huff of Hazel Green, Kentucky and Eula Causey of Sparta, Kentucky. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews to mourn her passing. She was preceded in death...
Brenda Sue Collett
Aug 23, 2024
Mrs. Brenda Sue Batey Collett was born, November 23, 1956 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Brenda is the daughter of the late, Earl Batey, Jr and June Hunley Batey. Brenda passed away at her residence, Friday, August 23, 2024. She was 67 years old. Brenda was a loving homemaker. She was affiliated with the Church of Christ. Brenda enjoyed spending time with...
Rhonda Melton Reid
Aug 23, 2024
The Obituary for Mrs. Rhonda Melton Reid
On Friday, August 23, 2024, at the age of 73 , Mrs. Rhonda Melton Reid entered her heavenly home where she reunited with her husband and sister. Rhonda was born in Wooton, Kentucky, on September 5, 1950, to Edgar Paul and Mabel Bowling Melton.
Rhonda was a former resident of Wooton, Kentucky and lived the...
Willie Caldwell
Aug 17, 2024
Willie Caldwell, a beloved figure of the community, passed away on Saturday - August 17, 2024 at the Mary Breckinridge ARH Hospital in Hyden, KY, at the age of 84. Born on October 28, 1939, in Bad Creek, Hoskinston, KY, he was a lifelong resident of Leslie County and a steadfast member of the Church of Christ. His faith grounded...
Caleb Napier
Aug 15, 2024
Caleb Napier, a beloved member of his community and a dedicated man, passed away on August 15, 2024 in his residence in Somerset, Kentucky. Born on April 7, 1940, in Warbranch, Kentucky, Caleb lived a life full of hard work, love, and cherished moments with his family.
As a retired coal miner, Caleb devoted much of his career to supporting his...
Tanya "Tonya" Lee Asher Irvin
Aug 12, 2024
In loving memory of Tanya "Tonya" Lee Asher Irvin,
Tanya "Tonya" Lee Asher Irvin, bid farewell to this world on August 12, 2024, at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, KY. A former dedicated employee of ARH Hospital in the dietary and supply departments, and the Leslie County Board of Education. She was born on December 31, 1975, in Harlan, KY,...
Carolyn Sizemore Asher
Aug 8, 2024
Carolyn Sizemore Asher, born on December 21, 1936, peacefully passed away on August 8 2024, at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. She was years old. She was a beloved daughter of Keen and Madge Sizemore, who greet her in the afterlife along with her loving & devoted husband, Darrell Asher, cherished son, Thomas Asher, paternal grandparents, James and...
Betty Smith Morgan
Aug 8, 2024
Betty Smith Morgan, a compassionate and dedicated registered nurse, passed away on August 8, 2024, at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. She was born on November 11 1976, in Beverly, Kentucky, to her loving parents, Arnold and Annie Smith.
In her fulfilling career, Betty touched the lives of many through her work as a nurse. Graduating from nursing school,...
Joanne Williams
Jul 31, 2024
Mrs. Joanne Williams was born October 25, 1956 in Hyden, Kentucky. She is the daughter of the late, Henry Caldwell and the late, Helen Simpson Caldwell. Joanne passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at the Mary Breckinridge Hospital in Hyden, KY. Joanne was 67 years old. Joanne was a life long resident of Leslie co. She was a loving homemaker....
John Wayne Garrison
Jul 30, 2024
Mr. John Wayne Garrison was born January 16, 1941. He was born at the Hyden Hospital in Hyden, Kentucky. John Wayne is the son of the late, Marcus Garrison and the late, Oultia Napier Garrison. He passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. He was 83 years old. John Wayne was a life...
Edgar Lee Lovett, Jr.
Jul 30, 2024
Edgar Lee Lovett, Jr. was born March 11, 1955, the son of the late Edgar Lovett and Hazel Maggard Lovett. He passed away on July 30th, 2024, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY. He was 69 years old. Ed was a 1973 graduate of Leslie Co. High School and attended Eastern Kentucky University and Cumberland College.
Ed, as...
Doyle Wesley Jackson
Jul 28, 2024
Doyle Wesley Jackson was born August 2, 1974 at Beverly, Kentucky. Doyle Wesley is the son of Charles Jackson and Frances Caldwell Jackson. He passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024 at the UK Medical Center, Lexington, KY. He was 49 years old. Doyle Wesley was a life long resident of Clay County, KY. He enjoyed listening to music, fishing and...
Roy Pitts, Jr.
Jul 28, 2024
Roy Pitts, Jr., of Smilax, KY, passed away on July 28, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 21, 1967 in Hazard, KY, to his parents Roy Pitts and Mollie Maggard Pitts. Roy was a beloved father and friend known for his vibrant personality and passion for life. He had a wide range of hobbies and...
