OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
Lee Roy Fields
Dec 6, 2023
Mr. Lee Roy Fields born May 17, 1941, in Smilax, Kentucky, a son of the late Bradley and Matilda Fields. He departed this life on December 6, 2023 at Akron City Hospital in Akron, Ohio at the age of 82. Lee Roy was a former resident of Leslie County and Somerset, Kentucky and resided in Mogadore, Ohio the last...
Jason Haze Bueter
Dec 5, 2023
Jason Haze Bueter, a dedicated restaurant cook, passed away on December 5, 2023, at the age of 45 in Riverdale, Georgia. Born on December 24, 1977, in Hyden, Kentucky, Jason lived a life filled with passion and love for his family and interests. Jason's career as a restaurant cook allowed him to showcase his culinary skills and bring joy to...
Jerry Lynn Morgan
Dec 5, 2023
Jerry Lynn Morgan, age 70, passed away on December 5, 2023, in Madisonville, KY. He was born on May 5, 1953, in Hazard, KY. Jerry was a simple and down-to-earth man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had a wide range of hobbies and interests that brought him happiness throughout his life. Jerry loved watching TV,...
James Douglas Sizemore
Dec 5, 2023
Mr. James Douglas Sizemore born on Nov. 24, 1964 departed this life on Dec. 5, 2023 at his residence. He was born at Lexington. KY the son of Pearl (Coal Foot) Sizemore and the late Anna Huff Sizemore. James was a life-long resident of Leslie County and was an avid flower gardener. He was preceded in death by his mother,...
Hiram Osborne
Dec 2, 2023
Hiram Osborne, age 76, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. He was born June 7, 1947, the son of the late Julie Salyers Osborne & Dee Osborne. He was a life-long resident of Leslie County and a member of the Holiness faith. Hiram enjoyed reading his bible,...
Jean Begley Hoskins
Nov 23, 2023
Jean Begley Hoskins, a compassionate and dedicated registered nurse, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2023, at the Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY at the age of 69. Born on June 2, 1954, in Leslie County, KY, the daughter of the late Burgin Begley and Bertha Gibson Begley. Jean's life was filled with love, service, and devotion to...
Marvin R. Morgan
Nov 16, 2023
Marvin R. Morgan passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at the Hyden Health and Rehabilitation Center in Hyden, KY. Marvin was 60 years old. He was born on March 26, 1963, the son of Edith Napier Morgan and the late Thomas A. Morgan. He was a life-long resident of Leslie County and member of the Stinnett Pentecostal Church. Marvin enjoyed...
Flora Jane Roberts
Nov 15, 2023
Flora Jane Roberts passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at her residence. She was 54 years old. Flora was born on February 3, 1969 at Louisville, KY, the daughter of Onia Jones and the late, Scott Roberts. Flora enjoyed crafting, gardening & spending time with her family.
Flora was preceded in death by her beloved father. She leaves the following...
Patricia Mullins Chappell
Nov 15, 2023
The Obituary of Patricia Mullins Chappell
Patricia Mullins Chappell born August 20, 1956 departed this life on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at the University of KY Medical Center in Lexington, KY. She was 67 years old .Patricia was born at Beverly, KY, the daughter of Dora Jean Douglas. Patricia graduated from Red Bird High School. Patricia had...
Daniel Everette Hoskins
Nov 14, 2023
Daniel Everette Hoskins passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at his residence. He was 50 years old. Daniel was born, November 8, 1973 in Dayton, Ohio. He is the son of Wanda Beaver and Dan Hoskins. Daniel was an auto mechanic. Daniel was affiliated with the Stinnett Church of Christ, Stinnett, KY. Daniel enjoyed restoring old vehicles, "tinker" & repair...
Bobbie Jean Hensley Vance
Nov 14, 2023
Mrs. Bobbie Jean Hensley Vance was born November 5, 1941 in Leslie County, KY. Bobbie is the daughter of the late, Seldon Hensley and the late, Carmol Morgan Hensley. Bobbie passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at her residence. She was 82 years old. Bobbie was a lifelong resident of Leslie County. By occupation Bobbie was a Interior Decorator and...
Jerry Lynn Farmer
Nov 12, 2023
Jerry Lynn Farmer was born February 8, 1961 in Hyden, Kentucky the son of the late, Melvin Farmer and the late Shelby Jean Couch Farmer. Jerry passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at his residence. He was 62 years old. Jerry had lived in Perry County for the past few years. He had lived most of his life in Leslie...
Dennis Herald Feltner
Nov 9, 2023
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis Herald Feltner, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Dennis departed from this world on November 9, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on December 16, 1945, in Hamilton, Ohio, Dennis made his way to Leslie County, Kentucky fifty years...
Lowell Nantz
Nov 6, 2023
Mr. Lowell Nantz passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 at the Well's Hospice Center, Hazard, KY. He was 84 years old. Lowell was born, October 2, 1939 at Warbranch, Kentucky the son of the late, Peter Nantz and the late, Mae Saylor Nantz. Lowell had been a life long resident of Leslie County. By occupation Lowell was a retired logger....
Douglas Neal Edward Caldwell
Nov 4, 2023
Douglas Neal Edward Caldwell, born April 10, 1987 in Lexington, Kentucky. He was the son of Douglas Neal Caldwell & Edith North Caldwell. Neal passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Helton, Kentucky. He was 37 years old. Neal had been a life long resident of Leslie County. Neal enjoyed four-wheeling, fishing, was a wrestling fan and especially loved his...
Watson F. Baker
Nov 2, 2023
*Courtesy Obituary*
Watson Baker (79) of Demossville passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Ft. Thomas. He was born in Leslie Co., Ky on October 19, 1944 son to the late Grant F. and Rittie Caudill Baker. In addition to his parents, Watson is preceded in death by his wife Nancy Baker, brothers Linz,...
Regina Marie Huffman
Oct 29, 2023
Regina Marie Huffman, was born January 5, 1984 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was the daughter of Teresa Stephenson. Regina passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023 at the age of 39. Regina had been a resident of Leslie County for the past 5 months. Regina was Lieutenant in Coon Creek Volunteer Fire Dept. Call #518. Regina was affiliated with the Baptist...
Timothy Wayne Lovett
Oct 26, 2023
Courtesy Obituary
Timothy Wayne Lovett, 2-2-56 to eternity, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on October 26, 2023.Tim was married to his surviving wife, Deborah, for 35 years. Also survived by: daughter, Cristahl (Josh) and son, Timothy (Moriah); and five grandchildren: Lyla Grace, Crew, Jean, Alice, and Harvey.Tim grew up in Hyden, KY. He attended Eastern Kentucky...
Charlie Simpson
Oct 25, 2023
Mr. Charlie Simpson age 73 passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at the Harlan ARH Hospital. He was born February 23, 1950 in Leslie County, Kentucky the son of the late, Joe Simpson & Hannah Brock Simpson. Charlie was a life long resident of Leslie County. By occupation he was a retired logger. Charlie enjoyed hunting, dog trading, watching wrestling...
Bonnie Jean Lewis
Oct 16, 2023
Bonnie Jean Lewis born June 16, 1945 departed this life on Monday October 16, 2023 at the Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, Kentucky being 78-years old. Bonnie Jean was born in Hyden, Kentucky the daughter of the late Lillie Holley. Other than her mother, Bonnie was also preceded in death by her son, Jimmy Darrell Lewis;...
