OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
Oma 'Syb' Morgan
Dec 22, 2025
Oma 'Syb' Morgan, a loving homemaker and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, in Stinnett, Kentucky. Born on December 10, 1940, in Leslie County, Kentucky, she lived a life characterized by her nurturing spirit and deep love for her family, friends, and strangers alike.
Syb’s early education culminated in her graduation from the 8th grade,...
David Adams
Dec 21, 2025
David Adams, a dedicated coal miner and construction worker, passed away on December 21, 2025, at his residence on Wendover Road in Hyden, Kentucky. He was a69 years old. Born on April 21, 1956, in Hyden, David lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to his family, and a love for the great outdoors.
David's professional journey in the coal...
Lula Sizemore Napier
Dec 21, 2025
Lula Sizemore Napier, a beloved figure in her community and a devoted matriarch, passed away on December 21, 2025, at the Hyden Health and Rehab Center in Hyden, Kentucky. She was 105 years old. Born on September 24, 1920, in Clay County, Kentucky, Lula lived a life marked by love, faith, and devotion to her family.
Throughout her years, Lula embraced...
Jack Conley Morgan
Dec 19, 2025
Jack Conley Morgan, a dedicated member of his community and a hardworking industrious individual, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, at his home in Hoskinston, Kentucky. He was 74 years old. Jack was born on July 20, 1951, in Hoskinston, Ky., the son of the late Sam and Ethel Morgan. Jack lived a life characterized by a strong...
Danny Ray Stidham
Dec 18, 2025
Danny Ray Stidham, a cherished member of the community and a beloved family man, passed away on December 18, 2025, at his residence in Yeaddiss, Kentucky. He was 67 years old. He was born on March 11, 1958, in Hyden, Kentucky, to Felix Stidham and Mary Smallwood Stidham, who preceded him in death.
Danny dedicated a significant part of his life...
Drucilla Sizemore Combs
Dec 13, 2025
Drucilla Sizemore Combs, born on June 18, 1933, in Hyden, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, at the Wells Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. She leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth that will forever be cherished by her family and friends.
Drucilla, a dedicated beautician at Drucilla's Beauty Shop, was known for her intelligence, inquisitiveness, and friendly...
Shirley Ann Morgan
Dec 13, 2025
Shirley Ann Morgan, a beloved member of the community and a devoted public servant, passed away on December 13, 2025, at Baptist Health in New Albany, Indiana. She was born on November 21, 1942, in Columbia, where her journey began. Shirley dedicated a significant portion of her life to serving as the Chief Deputy Leslie County Circuit Clerk from 1981...
Keleigh Janelle Bronson
Dec 12, 2025
Keleigh Janelle Bronson was born April 29, 1989 in Hyden, Kentucky the daughter of Robin Howard Boggs and the late Lige Sizemore. She passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025 at the age of 36. Keleigh had been a life long resident of Leslie County. She enjoyed knife collecting and doing crafts.
Keleigh was preceded in death by father, Lige Sizemore,...
David Muncy
Dec 12, 2025
*Courtesy Obituary*
David Muncy, a resident of Dayton, Ohio, formerly of Hyden, Kentucky passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on August 9, 1958, in Dayton, he remained a lifelong member of the community that shaped his character and values.
David was the son of Edgar Allen and Jane (Begley) Muncy, both of whom predeceased him....
Paula Faye Carr
Dec 5, 2025
Mrs. Paula Faye Carr born September 1, 1963 departed this life on Friday, December 5, 2025 at the University of Ky Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington, Ky. She was 62 years old. Paula was born in Leslie Co., Ky., the daughter of the late Charles Deaton and Ola Eversole. Paula was a retired aluminum products factory worker. She had been...
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...
