Local obituaries for Hyden, KY & Leslie County
Elzie Brock
Feb 15, 2024
Elzie Brock, 52, of Warbranch, Kentucky passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, KY. Elzie was born on October 27, 1971, in Clinton County, IN to the union of Mike Brock and the late Florence "Mable" Caldwell Brock. By occupation, Elzie was a dedicated Forestry Worker employed by the Kentucky Division of...
Lee Abner
Feb 8, 2024
Lee Abner, age 79, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024, in Beattyville, Kentucky. Lee was born on April 28, 1944. He had a passion for life and left a lasting impression on all who knew him. Born to John and Frances Barger Abner, Lee valued family above all else.
Lee's hobbies and interests were talking on the CB radio, which...
Addie Feltner
Feb 4, 2024
Addie Feltner, 91, of Stinnett, KY passed away on February 4, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Addie was born on July 27, 1932, in Leslie County, KY. Addie was the oldest child of the late Robert and Dorothy Baker Bowling. Throughout her life, Addie embraced various roles, working for a nursing home in Charlestown, IN...
Kimberly Jean Jones
Feb 3, 2024
Kimberly Jean Jones was born June 15, 1958 in Lynch, Kentucky to the union late James Gilbert and the late Betty Jean Jones Gilbert. Kim had been a life-long resident of Hyden and Leslie County.
On June 15, 1977, Kimberly married Abijah “Junior” Jones, Jr. To their union was born two children, Abijah Jim Jones and Chelsea Lynn Jones.
Kim was...
Russell Morgan
Jan 24, 2024
Russell Morgan, 86, of Hoskinston, Kentucky departed this walk of life on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.
Russell was born January 07, 1938, in Leslie County to the union of the late Elisha and Dallie Smith Morgan.
Russell had been a life-long resident of Leslie County. By occupation, Russell was a retired coal miner with more than 34 years of experience. ...
Herman Brock
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...
Tinsley Maggard
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...
Chesnie Carol Baker
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...
Wanda Faye Vickers
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...
Tony E. Lewis
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,...
Darrell Melvin Asher
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...
Bessie Carol Collins Mitchell
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...
Vanessa Smith
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...
Charles Edward Collett
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...
Kenneth Ray "Kenny" Jones
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....
Opal Asher
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...
Harold G. Mosley
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...
Connie Faye Burlew
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...
Thomas Benton Lewis
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...
Alma Jean Napier
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...
