OBITUARIES
Hyden, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Hyden and Leslie County, KY areas
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...
Thelma Ruth Stidham
Aug 4, 2025
Thelma Ruth (Ratliff) Stidham
November 20, 1937 — August 4, 2025
On Monday, August 4, 2025, Thelma Ruth (Ratliff) Stidham, age 87, died peacefully at her home in Dayton, OH. She was surrounded by family and cradled in love from those near and far.
Thelma was born November 20, 1937 in Hyden, KY to the late Dona (Johnson) and John Ratliff. She and...
Louise Warford
Aug 4, 2025
Louise Warford, a devoted homemaker and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, at her residence. Born on March 31, 1941, in Leslie County, Kentucky, Louise lived a life filled with love, creativity, and warmth.
Throughout her life, Louise displayed an extraordinary dedication to her family, nurturing and supporting them in every endeavor. She found joy in the...
Corey Andrew Whittaker
Jul 31, 2025
Corey Andrew Whittaker, born July 18, 1987, the son of Rebecca Key Adams & Andrew Whittaker, passed away at his residence in Wooton, KY. on July 31, 2025 at the age of 38. Corey had been a resident of Leslie County since the age of 12 and was a graduate of Leslie County High School. Corey was a self employed...
Carl Barnes
Jul 29, 2025
*Courtesy Obituary*
Carl Barnes, age 84 of Sizerock, Kentucky passed away peacefully at his home with family present on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Carl was a lifelong resident of Sizerock, Kentucky except for a period where he and his wife Mary Esther lived in South Lebanon, Ohio while working at GE. Carl owned his own business, Barnes Auto Sales where he...
Randall Keith Cobb
Jul 27, 2025
Randall Keith Cobb, born on May 7, 1976, in Dayton, Ohio, and a beloved member of the London, Kentucky community, passed away peacefully at his residence on July 27, 2025. He was 49 years old. He was a devoted family man, a successful entrepreneur, and a cherished friend to many.
Randall's journey through life was marked by substantial accomplishments. He proudly...
Carole Smith
Jul 25, 2025
Carole Ann Smith, 57, of Hyden, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, Hospice of Hazard, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Carole was born on August 29, 1967, in Dayton, Ohio. She was a devoted mother, a proud daughter, a loving sister, and a true animal lover. Her greatest joy in life was her son, Anthony Braden of Hyden,...
Delbert Craig
Jul 25, 2025
Delbert Craig, a beloved figure known for his friendly and outgoing personality, passed away on July 25, 2025, in Hyden, Kentucky. He was born on May 2, 1969, in Burlington, Iowa. His journey through life was marked by a profound dedication to his family and friends, and he leaves behind a legacy of love and camaraderie.
Delbert’s approach to life was...
Shirley Boggs-Lewis
Jul 22, 2025
Shirley Boggs-Lewis departed this life on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at the Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Center of the Bluegrass at the age of 86.
Born July 26, 1938 in Leslie County, Kentucky to the union of the late Nick and Mattie Boggs, Shirley was a loving daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother. she was known for her kind hearted and...
Lonnie Smith
Jul 14, 2025
Lonnie Smith, a beloved member of his community and a master craftsman, passed away on July 14, 2025, at Adventhealth Manchester. He was born on January 3, 1939, in Red Bird, Kentucky. Lonnie lived a life rich in skills and love, marking his years with notable accomplishments and cherished relationships.
With a career as a master craftsman in carpentry, plumbing, and...
Waylon Otis Asher
Jul 13, 2025
Waylon Otis Asher, a bright and spirited soul, was born on February 9, 2012, at Hazard ARH in Hazard, Kentucky. He left this world far too soon on July 13, 2025, at his home in Hyden, Kentucky. Waylon was 13 years old.
Waylon was known for his adventurous spirit and infectious smile. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life, whether...
Billie Carol Sizemore Hoskins
Jul 9, 2025
Billie Carol Sizemore Hoskins, a beloved figure in her community, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025, in her cherished hometown of Hyden, Kentucky. Born on October 8, 1959, Billie dedicated her life to nurturing the minds of future generations as a retired teacher with the Leslie County Board of Education. Her profound impact on the lives of her students...
Joe Morgan, Jr
Jul 9, 2025
Joe Morgan, Jr., a beloved family man and a dedicated worker, passed away on July 9, 2025, at Well's Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky. He was 76 years old. He was born on August 9, 1948, in Leslie County, Kentucky. Joe led a life marked by hard work and passion, exemplifying what it meant to be a devoted coal truck...
Lana Denise Blevins Roberts
Jul 7, 2025
COURTESY OBITUARY
Lana Denise Blevins Roberts born June 2, 1959 departed this life on Monday – July 7, 2025 at the U.K. Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky being 66-years old. Denise was born in Hazard, Kentucky the daughter Audrey Bowling Blevins and the late Leonard Blevins. Other than her father, Denise was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Edwin...
Wilma Lee McDaniel Couch
Jul 7, 2025
Wilma Lee McDaniel Couch, age 82, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025. Born on October 3, 1942, she was a devoted homemaker whose life revolved around her cherished family and activities that brought her joy.
Throughout her life, Wilma demonstrated a deep commitment to her loved ones. She found great happiness in watching daytime soap operas, keeping her home clean,...
Rowena Morgan Barger
Jul 5, 2025
Rowena Morgan Barger, a beloved member of her community and cherished matriarch, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the Hazard ARH Medical Center, Hazard, KY. She was 85 years old. Born on May 27, 1940, in Hyden, Kentucky, Rowena dedicated her life to her family and her community, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.
Rowena was a...
Carl Bruce “Buzz” Jones
Jul 3, 2025
Carl Bruce “Buzz” Jones, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, at his residence in Hyden, Kentucky. He was 65 years old. Born on July 29, 1959, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Carl lived a life enriched with family, friendship, and cherished memories.
He is survived by his son, Nicholas Caldwell; daughters, Marie Reiff and Elizabeth...
Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Begley Baker
Jun 30, 2025
Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Begley Baker, who left this world on June 30, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on July 14, 1955, in Hyden, Kentucky, Debbie's life was a testament to her deep love for her family and her unwavering dedication to creating a warm and nurturing home.
Debbie was a proud homemaker, whose greatest accomplishments were the love and...
