Edgar Hardin Hayden

Edgar Hardin Hayden, 68, of Lexington, KY, formerly of Corbin, passed away Monday, December 17, 2018.

He was preceded in death by his father, Edgar Hardin Hayden; mother, Robbie Paterson; step-father, Harry Paterson; sister, Barbara Thompson; and brother, Donald Hayden.

A man with strong faith, he was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He was a professional forester who loved nature and had many outdoor interests, particularly kayaking. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He will be deeply missed.

He leaves behind his loving family: his wife, Beulah Hayden; daughter, Jamie Mills and husband Ezra; son, Erin Joseph Hayden; daughter, Robin Hayden; grandchildren: Lillian Campbell, Amelia Campbell, and Samantha Mills; and a host of other relatives and friends, as well as his furry friend, Albert.

A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, December 21, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Pat Stewart officiating.

The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday at Hart Funeral Home, located at 1011 Master Street in Corbin. A Rosary service will begin  at 7:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests considering registration as an organ donor and/or donating to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Messages of condolence may be left at www.hartfhcorbin.com.

Hart Funeral Home of Corbin is in charge of the arrangements.