Local obituaries for Hyden, KY & Leslie County
Tim Young
Sep 6, 2026
Timothy Young, born July 02, 1959 in Pulaski County, Ky to the late Joseph Arthur Young and Shirley Ashbrook Young. Tim had been a long-time resident of Saul, Ky, with the exception of living in Ohio for a few years.
Tim's life was spend on the roads around America, driving a truck for more than 20 years. After his career in...
Nancy Wooton
Aug 21, 2026
Nancy Jane Wooton, resident of Hyden, Kentucky, born September 24, 1943. She was born to the union of the late Henry and Cassie Sizemore Stacy.
Nancy lived a life characterized with love, devotion, hard work, and dedication to her family. Nancy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, mother-in-law, and cherished friend.
Nancy found joy in the serenity of...
Judy Conner
Aug 19, 2026
Judy Conner, a resident of Yeaddiss, Kentucky was born November 07, 1956 in Leslie County, Kentucky to Alice Pennington Turner and the late Winfred Turner.
As a long-time educator, Judy had a distinguished teaching career with the Leslie County Board of Education. She touched many lives through the years, instilling the joy of learning in so many children. Her genuine concern...
Billy Ray Coots
Aug 17, 2026
Billy Coots Obituary
Billy Ray Coots, 63, of Westmoreland, TN passed away Monday, August 17, 2026 at Westmoreland Care & Rehab. The Hyden, KY native was a former employee of Thomas and Betts and son of the late Bill Coots and Pauline Marie Baker Coots. He is survived by 1 son: Jaron Coots and wife, Taylor, Pleasant Shade, TN;2 daughters: Victoria...
Ronald Wayne Rice
Aug 15, 2026
Ronald Wayne Rice, 77, of Saul, Kentucky departed this walk of life on Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Columbus, IN. Ronald was born December 09, 1948 in Austin, IN to the late Luther and Opal Gay Rice.
Ronald worked the majority of his life in the construction industry. He built many homes during his career as a carpenter. Lastly, he was...
David Allen Caudill
Aug 15, 2026
David Allen Caudill, of Berry, Alabama, former life-long resident of Leslie County, was born February 23, 1989 in Whitesburg, Kentucky. He was the son of P.J. Pennington and the late Sherazon "Sherry" Stamper Pennington.
David was united in marriage to Kayla Bentley on September 04, 2010. Together they built a life of love, traveling, hard work, and parenthood. To their union,...
Billie Roberts
Jul 27, 2026
Billie "Bill" Roberts, of Essie, Ky was born January 23, 1939 in Leslie County to the late Henry and Essie Bowling Roberts. Bill lived a life marked with adventure, hard work and dedication to his family.
Bill was a retired coal miner by occupation. In his time away from work he enjoyed all things outdoors. He engaged in riding four wheelers...
Taegan Mosley
Jul 25, 2026
Taegan Mosley, born December 2, 2008, in Hyden, Kentucky, departed this walk of life on July 25, 2026, in Bear Branch, Kentucky, at the young age of seventeen. Though his time among us was brief, Taegan’s presence was a source of light, joy, and kindness that touched the lives of all who knew him.
From his first days, Taegan stood out...
Chester Wayne Asher
Jul 22, 2026
Chester Wayne Asher was born December 09, 1956 in Leslie County, KY to the union of the late Omer and Fannie Osborne Asher.
Chester had been a life-long resident of Leslie County and by occupation he was a coal miner. His dedication to the coal industry lead him to a distinguished career as a Mine Forman. A tenure that span for...
Forrest D. Scott
Jul 20, 2026
Forrest D. Scott, 57, of Stinnett, KY, was born December 11, 1968, in Miami, Florida to the late Harold & Recie Oxendine Scott. Forrest passed away peacefully on Monday, July 20, 2026, in Pikeville, Kentucky. Forrest’s life was a testament to kindness, hard work, and unwavering support for his loved ones and community.
Forrest was known not only for his technical...
Sandra Adams
Jul 20, 2026
Sandra "Sandy" Adams of Wooton, Kentucky, was born December 04, 1964 in Dayton, OH, a daughter of Carol Diamond Gilley, and the late James Matt Wells.Sandy had a servant's heart, and helped others many times over the years. She was a people person and enjoyed interacting with others. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She adored her sons, and grandchildren. Her happiest days were...
Marlene Cornett
Jul 14, 2026
**Obituary for Marlene Cornett**Marlene Cornett, was born on August 12, 1943, in Perry County, Kentucky, to the late Sam Morris and the late Alphia Morris Henson. With profound love for her family and a compassionate spirit that touched all who knew her, Marlene devoted her life to nurturing those around her. She was a a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend.For...
Gregory Clark Caldwell, Jr.
Jul 9, 2026
Gregory "Greg" Clark Caldwell, Jr. , 52, of London, Kentucky, former life-long resident of Leslie County, passed away on July 9, 2026. Born on March 18, 1974, in Beverly, Kentucky.
Gregory was a devoted son to his parents: beloved father, Gregory Caldwell and beloved mother, Catherine Shaffer, and a loving brother to his sister, Dena Caldwell. He is also survived by...
Louise Griffith
Jul 3, 2026
Louise Griffith, aged 60, of Wooton, KY departed this life on Friday, July 03, 2026 at the Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY.
Per her request, there will be no services.
Arrangements by Wolfe & Sons Funeral Home
James Sizemore
Jun 6, 2026
James Sizemore, 85, of Corbin, KY, passed away on June 06, 2026, at University of KY Hospital in Lexington, KY. He was born on August 20, 1940, to the union of the late Bige and Alice Bowling Sizemore.
A devoted family man, James was happiest when surrounded by those he loved. His family was his greatest joy, followed closely by his...
Daniel Lewis
May 30, 2026
Daniel Lewis,79, of Yeaddiss, KY, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, in Berea, Kentucky. Born on March 23, 1947, in Lewis Creek to the union of the late Henry and Beatrice Lewis.
An experienced mechanic by trade, Daniel’s skill and dedication were evident to all who knew him. Beyond working as a mechanic, he was an avid hunter and...
Shirley Helen Adams
May 20, 2026
Shirley Helen Adams, 87, of Hyden, KY, departed this life on May 20, 2026 in Hazard, KY. Shirley was born on July 28, 1938, to the union of the late George and Lucy Lewis Bowling.
Shirley cherished the daily connections she made at their restaurant. Shirley also had a passion for flowers.
For many years, Shirley poured her heart into her work...
Debbie Brock
May 14, 2026
Debbie Brock of Warbranch, KY, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, May 14, 2026, at her home surrounded by her cherished family. Born on November 23, 1963, in Hyden, Kentucky, a daughter of Bertha Roark Randolf and the late Theo Brock.
Debbie had a distinguished career in healthcare that spanned several decades. She was both a Med-tech and a Registered Nurse,...
Marc Jones
May 5, 2026
Marc Jones, 28, of Wooton, KY departed this life on May 5, 2026, in Thousandsticks, Kentucky. He was born on July 01, 1997, in Hyden, Kentucky.
Marc was laid back and kind in nature. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying the beauty and surroundings of nature. He enjoyed fishing, and hunting ginseng. Above all, he cherished the time spent with...
Laurena Duff
Apr 13, 2026
Laurena Duff, 70, of Lexington, KY, departed this life on April 13, 2026, in Lexington, KY. Laurena was born December 11, 1955, in Hyden, KY to the union of the late Odell and Millie Caudill Wells.
Laurena was a dedicated clerk at London City Drug before retiring. In her free time, Laurena enjoyed yard selling, browsing thrift shops, and fishing.
Laurena is...
