Obituaries in Hazard, KY

James Stephen Perkins, age 71, of Hallie, KY, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Whitesburg ARH in Whitesburg, KY. James was a retired Police Officer for the Hazard Police Department. He was a loving Father and Grandfather. James was the true definition of being an outdoorsman. He enjoye...

Anita Gambill, age 71, of Hazard, KY, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at The Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center. Anita dedicated her life to the care and well being of others. She worked as an LPN at many medical facilities including Hazard ARH, Hazard Health and Rehab. Primary ...

Patricia J. Fugate, age 61, of Ary, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. Patricia attended New Hope Church. She was a retired Registered Nurse. In her spare time, she had many hobbies such as crafting, quilting, and reading....

Frederick Smith, age 74, of Bronston, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. Frederick was a retired roofer. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, yard maintenance and four wheeling. He had a huge heart for his animals.He was the son of the late Don...

Taylor Hoskins, age 91, of Hazard, KY passed away on January 19, 2026, at the Hazard Medical Center.  Taylor Hoskins was the son of the late Scott Hoskins and the late Mina (Stacy) Hoskins.  He is also preceded in death by Two Sons: James Thompson & Stephan "Louie" Hoskins; Two Si...

Earl Don Hudson, age 80, of Bulan, KY, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at his residence. Don was a member of Willow Fern Baptist Church. He was a retired truck driver. Don was known for tinkering. He loved being outside and working in his garden.Don was born on December 02, 1945, in Hazar...

Gloria Kaye Toler Runyon, age 59, of Hardburly, KY, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the U.K. Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Gloria was a devoted employee of ARH Medical Center. She enjoyed antiques and homesteading. Cooking meals and spending time with her family was the most enjoyable...

Kenneth “Gerald” Luttrell, age 83, of Frankfort, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Ashton Grove in Georgetown, Kentucky.He was born on July 6, 1942, in Hazard, Kentucky, to the late George and Edna Luttrell.In addition to his parents, Gerald was preceded in death by his brothers...

Charlene Asher, age 85, of Hazard, KY, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Hazard Medical Center. Charlene was a retired Insurance Agent. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friends. Her loving nature and kindness did not go unnoticed. She enjoyed gardening and yard work. T...

Tonia Renea Richie, age 53, of Hazard, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Hazard Medical Center. Tonia was a former Teacher for the Perry County School System.She is preceded in death by her Father: W.H. Neal Combs and Husband: James Richie.She is survived by her Mother: Pansy Brashe...

John Robert Kennedy, age 85, of Lost Creek, KY, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. He was a United States Air Force Veteran. John was a retired steel Worker. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, yard work and working in his food and flowe...

Robert Meade "Bobby" Cox, age 72, of Viper, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at his residence. Bobby was a retired heavy equipment operator. He was a member of the Vicco Church of God. He took pride in spending time with his family especially with his grandchildren. He was an avid ...