OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
James Douglas "Doug" Pennington
Dec 1, 2025
James Douglas "Doug" Pennington, born on February 7, 1949, in Leslie County, Kentucky, passed away on December 1, 2025, at the Mary Breckinridge-ARH Hospital in Hyden, Kentucky. He was 76 years old. A retired coal miner, Doug dedicated many years of his life to a career that supported his family and community, embodying the values of hard work and resilience.
Doug...
Buelah Begley
Nov 28, 2025
Buelah Begley, a cherished homemaker and beloved member of her family, passed away peacefully at her residence on November 28, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on December 1, 1955, in Hyden, Kentucky, Buelah exemplified the values of love, kindness, and dedication throughout her life.
Educated as a high school graduate, Buelah's true calling was found not in a traditional...
Rose Anna Brock
Nov 25, 2025
Rose Anna Brock, a beloved homemaker and caregiver, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, at her cherished residence on Bigelow Road in Bledsoe, Kentucky. Born on January 15, 1954, in the quaint town of Beverly, Kentucky, she illuminated the lives of those around her with a warm smile and a heart full of compassion.
Throughout her life, Rose found joy...
Elisha Pennington
Nov 23, 2025
Elisha Pennington, a cherished member of his community and a devoted family man, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025, in Hazard, Kentucky, at the age of 84. Born on September 7, 1941, he dedicated a significant part of his life to the Blue Diamond Coal Company, where he worked as a coal miner for 32 years. This career not...
EDWIN LYNN STAMPER
Nov 23, 2025
Edwin Lynn Stamper, a cherished member of his community, passed away on November 23, 2025, in Hazard, Kentucky. Born on January 2, 1959, in Hazard, he dedicated 38 years of his life as a Customer Engineer for Canon, where he was known for his friendly demeanor, outgoing personality, and unwavering willingness to help others.
Edwin's early education culminated in an Associate's...
Carolyn Marie Collins Moller
Nov 20, 2025
Carolyn Marie Collins Moller, an esteemed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and cherished member of her community, passed away on November 20, 2025, at Well's Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was 73 years old. She was born on January 19, 1952, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and spent her life embodying compassion, dedication, and love for her family and those around her.
A...
Timothy Ottis Sizemore
Nov 19, 2025
Timothy Ottis Sizemore, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on January 30, 1970, in Hyden, Kentucky, Timothy touched the lives of many during his 55 years.
Timothy was known for his dedication to both his career and personal passions. As a team leader at TTAI, he exemplified leadership qualities that inspired...
Laura Carolyn "Patsy" Napier
Nov 15, 2025
Laura Carolyn "Patsy" Napier, a cherished member of her community, was born on April 18, 1943, in Perry County, Kentucky. She departed this life on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the Mary Breckinridge-ARH Hospital in Hyden, Kentucky. She was 82 years old.
Patsy's spirit was shaped by her warm and nurturing upbringing, and she dedicated her life to her family. She...
Pauline Collett
Nov 14, 2025
Pauline Carmack Collett, gracefully departed this world on November 14, 2025, in Trenton, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy imbued with love and devotion. Born on June 29, 1930, in the serene landscape of Clay County Kentucky, Pauline's life was a tapestry woven from the threads of compassion, creativity, and community spirit.
With each stitch of her crocheting, every quilt sewn, and...
William H. Wells
Nov 12, 2025
William H. Wells, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on November 12, 2025, at his residence in Smilax, Kentucky. He was 70 years old. Born on January 4, 1955, in Hyden, Kentucky, William lived a life deeply rooted in community and family.
He dedicated much of his professional journey to serving others as a former employee of the Brashear...
Wilma Pennington
Nov 7, 2025
Wilma Pennington, a cherished soul born on December 12, 1954, in Hyden, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Arnold Callahan & Nancy Joseph Callahan. She passed away on November 7, 2025, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky. Wilma was 70 years old. She was a formidable presence in her community, not only through her dedicated service at Mary...
Gerald "Jerry" Lee Sizemore
Nov 5, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" Lee Sizemore, a beloved self-employed carpenter, passed away on November 5, 2025, at the Wells Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. Born on January 20, 1961, in Beverly, KY, Jerry was known for his dedication to his craft and the warmth he brought to those around him.
Jerry's passion for his work as a carpenter was matched only by his...
Nancy Elaine Causey
Nov 2, 2025
Nancy Elaine Causey, beloved member of her community and family, peacefully passed away on November 2, 2025, at her residence in Wooton, Kentucky. She was 56 years old. Born on September 15, 1969, in Hyden, Kentucky, Nancy was a treasured daughter, wife, mother, sister, and grandmother whose warm presence will be deeply missed.
Throughout her life, Nancy dedicated herself to her...
Mildred Jean Muncy
Oct 31, 2025
Mildred Jean Muncy, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky at the age of 93. Born on June 3, 1932, in Hyden, KY, the daughter of the late Farmer Asher & Winnie Muncy she was a lifelong resident of the area where she developed her deep roots within...
Kimberly June Williams
Oct 27, 2025
Kimberly June Williams, a devoted homemaker and beloved member of the community, passed away on October 27, 2025, at the Well's Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She was 61 years old. She was born on June 16, 1964, in Bell County, Kentucky, where her roots formed the foundation of a life filled with love and care.
Kimberly's life was defined by...
Steven A. Smith
Oct 25, 2025
Steven A. Smith, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated member of his community, passed away peacefully at his residence in Hyden, Kentucky on October 25, 2025. Born on January 26, 1968 in Hazard, Kentucky, Steven led a life marked by service, achievement, and a deep love for his family.
After proudly serving in the United States Army as a member...
Billy Ray "Mudd Flap" Couch
Oct 24, 2025
Billy Ray "Mudd Flap" Couch, a cherished coal truck driver for over 40 years, passed away on October 24, 2025, in Lexington, Kentucky, at the age of 65. Born on December 3, 1959, in Hyden, Kentucky, Billy Ray became known for his devoted work ethic and unwavering dedication to his family and friends.
During his life, Billy Ray found immense joy...
Martha Kay Witt Farmer
Oct 21, 2025
Martha Kay Witt Farmer, was born September 6, 1963 in Hyden, Ky. She is the daughter of the late, Cecil & Bernadine Witt. Martha Kay passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the age of 62. She was also preceded in death by a son, Larry Dean Morgan, her grandmothers, Martha Mosley and Betty Begley and sister, Henrietta Morgan....
David Bryan Thomas
Oct 20, 2025
David Bryan Thomas, a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, at his residence in Wooton, Kentucky. He was 69 years old. He was born on April 3, 1956, in Whitesburg, Kentucky, David lived a life dedicated to service, family, and faith.
David enjoyed a distinguished career as a former EMT and Director of the Leslie...
Tommy Goins
Oct 19, 2025
Tommy Goins, born on December 27, 1957, in Manchester,, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, at the Lee County Care & Rehab Center in Beattyville, Kentucky. He was 67 years old. He is remembered as a kind and gentle soul who brought joy to all who knew him.
Tommy cherished the simple pleasures in life. He had a profound love...
