All Obituaries

  Richard “Rick” Lewis was born in Hyden, KY, a son of the late Johnnie and Bernice Roberts Lewis.  He had been a life-long resident of Hyden, Kentucky.  He was a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed riding bikes with his friends.  He enjoyed playing music and was a talented bass player.   He was involved with numerous bands, lastly with Cemetery Road.  He was an animal lover and cherished his dogs, Rocky and Kuda. Rick departed this life on...

Eddie Osborne, born October 13, 1960 in Hyden, KY to Golden Osborne and the late Dallie Osborne.  Eddie had been a life-long resident of Leslie Co. and by occupation he was a logger.  Eddie enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Above all, Eddie enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Eddie departed this life on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at his residence.  He was 61 years old. In addition to his mother, Eddie was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Gillie...

Jeffrey Lee Brock, September 22, 1960 in Beverly, Kentucky, a son of the late Laura Belle Barrett Collett.  Jeffrey had been a resident of Leslie and Clay Counties, as well as residing in Camden, Tn for a period of time.  Jeffrey enjoyed farming and by occupation, he was a long-time truck driver.  He departed this life on October 17, 2021 at Essie, Kentucky.  He was 61 years old. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his step-father, William...

Anna Lee Smith, born January 10, 1939, in Perry County, KY, a daughter of the late Richard and Alice Fields Cornett.  Anna Lee had been a resident of Leslie & Perry Counties.  By occupation, Anna Lee was a nurse, retired from the Mary Breckinridge Hospital with more than 20 years of service.  Anna Lee was an avid reader and enjoyed watching westerns, quilting and smoking.  Above all, she treasured the time spent with family and her dogs, Tuttie and Tincker.  She...

Alex Baker was born February 15, 1942, in Perry Co., KY.  By occupation, Alex was a self-employed carpet installer.  He was residing at Cutshin, KY at the time of his death.  Alex was an avid sports fan, especially football and basketball.  He also enjoyed fishing, wrestling, racing and music.  Alex departed this life on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at his residence at the age of 79. Alex was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Neace. Alex is survived by...

Sherry Darlene Cornett, age 51 of Yeaddiss, Kentucky passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021.  She was born August 08, 1970 in Leslie County, Kentucky the daughter of Lowell Cornett and the late Shirley Kilburn.  She was formerly employed at the Hyden Nursing Home.  She enjoyed 4-wheeler riding, fishing, watching t.v. and spending time with her family.   Sherry was preceded in death by her mother, Shirley Cornett and a sister,...

John B Collett of Hazard Ky passed away Monday October 4th, 2021, at Hazard ARH Hospital in Hazard, KY at the age of 74.  John was born in Beverly KY, to the late Carl and Hazel Collett.  He was a retired coal miner and carpenter.  John was a member of the 11th Hour Worship Center where he served as an elder. John enjoyed going to church, landscaping and fishing. One of Johns greatest joys was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  John was...

Mr. James “Jim” France, Jr., born November 05, 1931, in Knox County, Kentucky to the union of the late James France, Sr. and the late Martha Jane Reynolds France.   Jim was a United States Veteran, having served honorably and retired from the United States Air Force.    He loved his parents, loved Kentucky and he loved to help people.  Jim was a long-time resident of Hazard, Kentucky and was a devoted member of the Full Gospel Church of Jesus Christ at...

Johnny Adams, age 78, of Wooton, Kentucky,  passed away Friday, October 01, 2021 at the Mary Breckinridge A.R.H. Hospital.  He was born February 10, 1943 in Leslie County, KY, a son of the late Theo and Lula Baker Adams.  Johnny was a coal miner, retired from Blue Diamond Coal Company.  He enjoyed hunting ginseng and playing pool.   Johnny is survived by two brothers, Wesley Adams & wife, Betty, and Troy Adams, both of Wooton, KY,  three sisters,...

Nancy Morgan was born May 05, 1948, in Hyden, Kentucky a daughter of the late Hiram and Mae Keen Woods.  She was united in marriage to George Kent Morgan on March 27, 1965.  She was a beloved homemaker and by occupation, she was a retired toll gate attendant.  She loved her grandchildren and cherished the time spent with them.  She always took pride in being involved in their lives, especially attending their ballgames. She also enjoyed going fishing with her grandson,...