OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
Lonnie E. Rice
Sep 8, 2025
Lonnie E. Rice, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed member of the community, passed away on September 8, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin in Corbin, Kentucky.
Lonnie Edward Rice was born April 18, 1950, to Charles Lindburgh Rice and Drucilla Sizemore Combs. He grew up rambunctiously playing on Rockhouse Creek with his younger siblings Sherry and Dean.
Lonnie was a loving...
Rachel Buckner Mosley
Sep 4, 2025
Rachel Buckner Mosley, born on April 1, 1955, in Clay County, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Wells Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who embraced life with love and enthusiasm.
Rachel was cherished by her family, particularly her beloved son, Shannon Mosley and his wife, Ashley Simpson. Rachel took...
Samantha Gail Collins
Sep 2, 2025
Samantha Gail Collins, born on November 23, 1985, in Hyden, Kentucky, departed this life on September 2, 2025, at Wells Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was 39 years old. She was a cherished daughter, a devoted mother, and a beloved sister whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.
Samantha was the daughter of Howard Collins and Janet Eversole...
Christine Roark
Sep 2, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Christine Roark, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted wife. Christine was born on April 21, 1947, in Leslie County, KY, and she left us peacefully on September 2, 2025, in Essie, KY. Her warmth and nurturing spirit touched all those around her, making her a cherished presence in...
Teddy Joe Brock
Aug 30, 2025
Teddy Joe Brock, a devoted husband, father, and son, passed away on August 30, 2025, at Mary Breckinridge-ARH. He was 46 years old. He was born on September 30, 1978, at Harlan ARH Hospital. Teddy was a man of many passions and depth, who left a lasting impact on all who knew him.
Having earned a bachelor's degree in accounting, Teddy...
C. Allen Muncy
Aug 30, 2025
C. Allen Muncy, a dedicated community servant and prominent local businessman, passed away on August 30, 2025, at the Hazard ARH in Hazard, Kentucky. He was 79 years old. C Allen was born on December 25, 1945, in Hyden, Kentucky, he became a cornerstone of his community through his various roles and contributions over the years.
C. Allen was a graduate...
David Bailey
Aug 29, 2025
David Bailey, a cherished soul whose roots were firmly planted in the heart of Leslie County, KY, departed this world on August 29, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on December 23, 1949, he forged a path through life that was defined by resilience, warmth, and unwavering devotion to those he loved.
For 23 diligent years, David was a proud...
Vernell Lewis
Aug 28, 2025
Vernell Lewis, a beloved member of her community, passed away on August 28, 2025, at the Wells Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was born on March 17, 1936, in Leslie County, Kentucky, to John Lewis and Emily Turner Lewis. Vernell was known for her friendly and warm personality, which left a lasting impression on all who had the pleasure...
Norma Shirley Simpson
Aug 27, 2025
Norma Shirley Simpson was born December 11, 1936 at Stinnett, Kentucky to the union of Pearl Smith and Oma Morgan Smith. Mrs. Simpson was of the Christian faith. She met and married the love of her life, Raymond Milton Simpson, with whom she shared 23 years of marriage. Shirley as she was called by her family and friends, was a...
Benny Lewis
Aug 21, 2025
Benny Lewis, born on August 10, 1941, in Yeaddiss, Kentucky, passed away on August 21, 2025, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN. He leaves behind a legacy marked by his unwavering work ethic and profound love for his family and community.
Benny was known for his commitment to his career as the owner of a trucking company and...
James Wilbert Turner
Aug 20, 2025
Mr. James Wilbert Turner of Nicholasville, Kentucky departed this life on August 20, 2025 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. He was 55 years old. He was born March 24, 1970 in Hazard, Kentucky to Ned and Lillian Rose Overstreet Turner. He was a truck driver of nearly 35 years. He enjoyed preaching the gospel many of those years...
Jerry Kyle Hensley
Aug 20, 2025
Jerry Kyle Hensley, a cherished member of the Hyden community, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, at the age of 72 in Wooton, Kentucky. He was born on September 24, 1952, in Hyden, where he grew up and later established himself as a devoted son, father, brother, and grandfather.
Jerry was a proud high school graduate who dedicated a significant...
Jeremy Sizemore
Aug 19, 2025
Jeremy Sizemore, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on August 19, 2025, in Roark, Kentucky. He was born on September 25, 1985, in Clay County, Kentucky, and he spent his early years surrounded by the natural beauty of the outdoors that shaped him.
Although Jeremy completed the 9th grade, his education extended far beyond academics. He had a passion...
Denver Lewis, Jr.
Aug 16, 2025
Denver Lewis, Jr., a cherished husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home in Bledsoe, Kentucky, on August 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 78 years old Denver was .born on December 7, 1946, in Leslie County, Kentucky, he was a life-long resident of Leslie and Harlan Counties where he dedicated much of his...
Ula North Gross
Aug 14, 2025
Ula Gross, was born on January 2, 1944, in Leslie County, Kentucky. She passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, at the Hazard ARH Medical Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was 81 years old. Ula was a cherished homemaker whose life was marked by her unwavering devotion to her family and her community.
As a member the Full Gospel Church of...
Robert Ohmit
Aug 13, 2025
Robert Ohmit, born on January 13, 1951, in Leslie County, Kentucky, passed away on August 13, 2025, in Oneida, Kentucky. A skilled mechanic and auto body repairman by trade, Robert was known for his impressive expertise, having previously worked at Fred Barnes Body Shop in Hyden, KY. His pride in his work was evident in each auto body restoration he...
Harvey Madden, Jr.
Aug 12, 2025
Harvey Madden, Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 12, 2025, at Mary Breckinridge Hospital in Hyden, Kentucky. He was 54. He was born on March 6, 1971, in Illinois, and grew to be a dedicated individual who touched the lives of many through his work and passions.
A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Harvey exemplified...
Lucille "Lu" Smith Caldwell
Aug 8, 2025
Lucille “Lu” Smith Caldwell, of Lebanon Jct., KY, at the age of 77 departed this life on Friday, August 8, 2025. She was born on Thursday, May 13, 1948, in Stinnett, KY to the late Roy and Rose (Collett) Smith.
Lu was a member of the Calvary Holiness Church in Brooks, KY. She was a hard worker and retired from the...
Ernest Forester Slusher
Aug 7, 2025
Ernest Forester Slusher, a devoted family man and former coal miner, passed away on August 7, 2025, at the St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, at the age of 74. Born on December 21, 1950, he embraced life with an infectious humor and an outgoing spirit that warmed the hearts of all who knew him.
Ernest was not just known for...
Janet Lou Slusher
Aug 6, 2025
Janet Lou Slusher, born on February 8, 1962, in Beverly, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 6, 2025. Janet was known not only for her professional accomplishments as a Finance Director for Red Bird Mission, but also for her unwavering dedication to her family and friends.
She is survived by her son, Travis Slusher and his wife Melanie of...
