Local obituaries for Hyden, KY & Leslie County

Jan 12, 2024

Herman Brock, 61, of Warbranch, KY departed this life on January 12, 2024 at the Hazard Appalachian Regional Medical Center in Hazard, KY.  He was born on June 9, 1962, in Leslie County, KY to the union of Bertha Mae Roark Randolph & the late Theo Brock. Herman was known for his exceptional problem-solving skills, despite not having a degree...

Jan 11, 2024

Tinsley David Maggard, of Hyden, KY went home to be with the Lord on January 11, 2024, in Breathitt County, KY at the age of 62 He was born on February 16, 1961, in Hyden, Kentucky to the union of the late Bige Maggard and the late Betty Jean Caldwell Maggard Masters. Tinsley lived a fulfilling life and will be...

Jan 8, 2024

Chesnie Carol Baker, a retired school teacher who dedicated her life educating and nurturing the minds of countless students, passed away on January 8, 2024 at the age of 83. Born on December 25, 1940, in Confluence, Kentucky, Chesnie Carol was the daughter of the late  Earl and Wanda Fisher Sizemore.Carol's passion for teaching led her to a fulfilling career...

Jan 6, 2024

Wanda Faye Vickers, was born on June 12, 1952, in Leslie County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Willie J. Lewis and the late Nannie Fields Lewis.  She departed this walk of life on Saturday, January 06, 2024 in London, Kentucky at the age of 70.  She had been a longtime resident of Leslie County until moving to London, where...

Jan 4, 2024

Tony E. Lewis, known by many of his friends and acquaintances as “T.L.” Tony was born June 07, 1969 in Perry County to the union of late Lorenzie & Mary Sams Lewis.  

Tony was united in marriage to Viola Baker on July 10, 1993 at Wooton, Kentucky and to their union were born two sons, Zachary and Casey.

For 38 years,...

Jan 2, 2024

Darrell Melvin Asher (of Big Creek, Kentucky)  was born on November 9, 1959, in Beverly, Kentucky to the union of the late Farmer and Opal Brock Asher.  He had been a life-long resident of the area by occupation he worked as a coal miner for more that 17 years.  Darrell was known for growing huge pumpkins. Darrell was also known for his...

Dec 25, 2023

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Bessie Collins Mitchell Obituary Bessie Carol Collins Mitchell, 76, of Manchester, KY, passed away Monday, December 25th, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY.

Bessie Carol was born in Manchester, KY on December 25, 1947, a daughter of the late Robert "Bob" and Dorcas Bowling Collins. She was a member of the Holiness Church.

Bessie...

Dec 22, 2023

Vanessa Smith, born on October 31, 1961, in Cincinnati, Ohio, peacefully passed away on December 22, 2023, at the Hospice Care Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was 62 years old. Vanessa was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.After graduating high school, Vanessa pursued further education by attending three...

Dec 21, 2023

 Charles Edward Collett, of Hazard, KY (Formerly of Leslie County) passed away on December 21, 2023, at KY River Medical Center in Jackson, KY. He was born on April 8, 1951, in Leslie County, KY. Charles was 72 years old at the time of his passing.Throughout his life, Charles had a career in the coal industry before retiring as a...

Dec 19, 2023

Kenneth Ray "Kenny" Jones, known to his loved ones as Kenny, age 58, passed away on December 19, 2023, at the Hazard Appalachian Regional Medical Center in Hazard, KY. He was born on March 28, 1965, in Hyden, KY. Kenny was living at Thousandsticks, KY at the time of his death.

Kenny dedicated his life to hard work and craftsmanship....

Dec 12, 2023

Opal Asher was born May 10, 1934 in Beverly, Kentucky.  She was a daughter of the late Wilk and Emma Taylor Brock.

Opal had been a life-long resident of Beverly, Kentucky and was currently residing there at the time of her passing.  She was a long-time and devoted member of the Riverside Baptist Church where she led the singing for...

Nov 30, 2023

Harold G. Mosley, of Hyden, KY, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his residence at the age of 91. He was born on August 11, 1932, in Asher, Kentucky to Marion and Sally Sizemore Mosley.Harold's life was marked by dedication and service. After his time spent...

Nov 4, 2023

 

Connie Faye Napier Burlew, 60, of Manchester, Kentucky (Formerly of Leslie Co) departed this life on Saturday, November 4th, 2023 at Advent Health in Manchester, Kentucky.  Connie was born January 4th, 1963 in Elkhorn of Leslie County to the union of the late Frank Napier and the late Pauline Napier Watkins.   She was a homemaker and in her former years, Connie worked...

Oct 28, 2023

 

Mr. Thomas Benton Lewis was born April 23, 1932 in Hyden, KY.  A son of the late James Burchell Lewis and Dora Lee Parson Lewis Woods.

Thomas was raised in Hyden and went to the military where he served honorably in the United States Army from 1952 to 1954.  He served in the 101st Airborne. 

After being discharged from...

Oct 28, 2023

 

Alma Jean Napier, 85, of Essie, Ky, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at St. Joseph Hospital in London, Ky. Alma was born April 23, 1938, in Hyden, Ky to the union of the late Omus Smith and Virgie Morgan Smith.

In her former years, Alma enjoyed gardening, and loved flowers. Alma really loved to go shopping...

Oct 26, 2023

 

Mr. Clyde Edward Brock of Stinnett, KY was born July 06, 1957 in Leslie County, KY.  Clyde was a carpenter by trade.  He was also a timber cutter in the logging industry. 

Clyde was united in marriage to Rita Hacker in July of 2012.  He enjoyed gardening, fishing, camping and being outdoors, especially in the mountains.  Clyde loved cookouts...

Oct 26, 2023

John L. Hamilton (of Hazard Kentucky) was born April 03, 1975.  He was born in Perry County, Kentucky to the union of Robert (Bob) Hamilton and Edith Eversole Hamilton.

John was a graduate of the M.C. Napier High School where he played football during his high school career.  Upon graduating, John attended Alice Lloyd College.  He later...

Oct 16, 2023

Dora L. Allen, 72, of Hyden, Kentucky, formerly of Hector, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Continue Care Hospital in Corbin, Kentucky.

Dora was born February 02, 1951 in Manchester, KY to the union of the late Brack and Laura Reid Allen.

Dora loved attending church and going to “Sonshine Camp” in...

Oct 11, 2023

Gary Howard was born August 10th, 1962, in Hyden, Ky to the late Mitchell Eugene Howard and Dallie Howard. Gary was a lifelong resident of Leslie County. As his occupation, Gary worked as a self-employed mechanic.

He departed this life on Wednesday, October 11th, 2023, at the Hazard ARH Medical Center at the age of 61.

Oct 8, 2023

Beulah Pace Asher, 96, passed away peacefully at the Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center, Hazard, Ky on October 8, 2023. Beulah was the youngest of ten children born to Leonard Lloyd “Bud” Pace and Sally (Lewis) Pace on March 14, 1927, in Hyden, Ky.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her...