OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
Patsy H. Lash
Feb 19, 2026
Patsy Howard Lash born on January 1, 1951, in Leslie County, KY, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, in Lexington, KY. Patsy was 75 years old. She lived a life that was marked by service, love, and devotion to her family and community. She was born in Leslie County, the daughter of the late Jake Howard and Pauline Caldwell...
Gloria Burkhart
Feb 17, 2026
Gloria Burkhart, a beloved and cherished member of her community, passed away on February 17, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center. Born on February 10, 1957, in Harlan County, Kentucky, Gloria was a dedicated caregiver whose friendly and outgoing personality touched the lives of many during her time as a Nursing Assistant at Hyden Manor.
She pursued her education and earned her...
Buster Jr. Woods
Feb 17, 2026
Buster Jr. Woods, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed member of the coal mining community, passed away on February 17, 2026, at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. He was 69. He was born on May 24, 1956, in Leslie County, Kentucky, where he began a life defined by hard work and dedication to his family.
For an impressive...
Jimmy Harold Muncy
Feb 15, 2026
Jimmy Harold Muncy, born on January 6, 1980, at Mary Breckinridge Hospital in Hyden, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at his residence in Bear Branch on February 15, 2026. Throughout his life, Jimmy was known for his friendly and outgoing personality, which endeared him to many and made those around him feel welcome and loved.
In his professional life, Jimmy worked diligently...
Jadeana Michelle Begley
Feb 14, 2026
Jadeana Michelle Begley, born on December 30, 1975, in Beverly, Kentucky, touched the hearts of many despite her brief time with us. She passed away on Sat. February 14, 2026, at her residence in Hyden, Kentucky. She was 50 years old.
Jadeana was cherished by her family, especially her beloved daughter, Sicily Stevena Rayne Begley, with whom she shared countless moments...
June Nantz
Feb 14, 2026
June Nantz, a beloved retired school teacher who dedicated over 50 years to shaping young minds within the Leslie County School System, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at her residence in Hyden, Kentucky. She was 84 years old. Born on June 7, 1941, in Leslie County, she was a cherished figure in her community and a source of...
Lisa Renee Marcum
Feb 14, 2026
Lisa Renee Marcum, born on September 8, 1969, in Los Angeles, California, passed away on February 14, 2026, at her residence in Hyden, Kentucky. She was 56 years old. A beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Lisa's life was characterized by her deep commitment to family and her passion for cherishing the moments spent with loved ones.
Throughout her life, Lisa...
Kattie Adams
Feb 11, 2026
Kattie Adams, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Hazard ARH Hospital in Hazard, Kentucky. She was 58 years old. Born on November 27, 1967, in Hyden, Kentucky, Kattie was a devoted member of her community and a cherished resident of Leslie County for the past 24 years, having moved from Perry County, Kentucky.
Kattie was known for her nurturing...
Everett Begley
Feb 11, 2026
Everett Begley, a dedicated coal miner and heavy equipment operator, passed away on February 11, 2026, at the Mary Breckinridge-ARH Hospital in Hyden, Kentucky. He was 98 years old. Born on November 1, 1927, in Perry County, Kentucky, Everett lived a life characterized by hard work, devotion to family, and a deep love for the outdoors.
Throughout his career, Everett was...
Caleen M. Slaven
Feb 3, 2026
Caleen M. Slaven was born, September 2, 1948 in Michigan to the late, Cal Beckner and Verlo Moesher Beckner. She passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at her residence in Hyden, Kentucky. She was 79 years old.
Caleen had been a resident of Hyden for the past 3 years coming from Covington, Kentucky. She was a homemaker. She loved spending...
Delano Baker
Feb 1, 2026
Delano (Del) Baker born June 12, 1968 in Ohio, passed away February 1, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky. Del worked 25 years at the Leslie County Board of Education as a Certified Bus Mechanic and a substitute bus driver. He also enjoyed hunting with his son-in-law, Andrew and his bubbies: Austin Eversole, Cyrus Eversole, and Stanely Eversole. In addition to tinkering...
Tommy Sawyers
Feb 1, 2026
Tommy Sawyers, a dedicated coal miner and beloved family man, passed away on February 1, 2026, at Hazard ARH Medical Center in Hazard, Kentucky. He was 70 years old. He was born on July 5, 1955, in Clay County, Kentucky, to the late, Colston Sawyers and Lizzie Hacker Sawyers, who have since predeceased him, along with his brother, Doyle Wayne...
Opal Chitwood Asher
Feb 1, 2026
Opal Chitwood Asher, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Well's Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was 96 years old. Born on December 15, 1929, in Winfield, Tennessee, She later in life moved to Cincinnati, Ohio lived with her sister, Elizabeth meeting friends and visited Hyden, Kentucky where she...
Dexter Randall Davidson
Jan 31, 2026
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dexter Randall Davidson (RAMBO).Randy was born in Hyden, Kentucky on December 23, 1963 and passed away peacefully with family on January 31, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. Throughout his life he touched many with his quick-witted humor, infectious laugh, and his unwavering spirit of unselfishness. His immeasurable love for...
Edna Hamblin Maggard
Jan 28, 2026
Edna Hamblin Maggard, beloved matriarch, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Winchester, Kentucky. Born on August 26, 1943, in Butler County, Ohio, Edna lived a life filled with compassion, warmth, and unwavering commitment to her family and community.
For 26 years, Edna served as a custodian for the Leslie County Board of Education, where her work ethic and kindness profoundly...
Sallie K. Osborne
Jan 25, 2026
Sallie Kathryn Osborne, 84, passed away January 25, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born May 25, 1941, in Georgetown, KY. She was the daughter of the late George & Helen Covington Hughes. She received an RN degree from St. Joseph’s Nursing School in Lexington and was employed in the nursing profession for over 40 years. Her work history included...
Rex Smallwood
Jan 23, 2026
Rex Smallwood, departed this life on January 23, 2026, at his residence. He was 68 years old. He was born on June 10, 1957, in Hyden, Kentucky.
By occupation Rex was a retired coal miner. In addition to his dedicated work life, Rex enjoyed gardening. He was affiliated with the Church of God.
Rex is survived by his two sons, Rex Smallwood,...
Eugene "Dudley" Hacker
Jan 23, 2026
Eugene "Dudley" Hacker, born on December 12, 1955, in Hyden, Kentucky, the son of the late Carl Hacker & Carolyn Hoskins Hacker passed away on January 23, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Eugene "Dudley" was 70 years old. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend, remembered for his strong character, humility, and unwavering devotion to family.
Dudley...
Mrs. Easter Sizemore Hensley
Jan 22, 2026
Mrs. Easter Sizemore Hensley, of Corbin, Kentucky, and formerly of Leslie County, was born on March 13, 1931, the daughter of the late Bige Sizemore and the late Alice Bowling Sizemore. She departed this life on January 22, 2026, at the Beech Tree Nursing Home in Jellico, Tennessee, at the age of 94 years and 10 months.
Originally from Leslie County,...
Rev. Dan Edwin Griffiths
Jan 22, 2026
Rev. Dan Edwin Griffiths, Jr. retired Elder in Full Connection in the Central Appalachian Missionary Conference of the United Methodist Church and a Vietnam Veteran with the US Army entered into his eternal rest with His Heavenly Father on December 28th at the Hazard ARH Hospital in Hazard, KY at the age of 75. Dan’s life was a life of...
