Leonard H. Brashear 19 Jun 1957 ‚Äî 8 Sep 2021 Mr. Leonard H. Brashear, born June 19, 1957 in Hyden, KY., to Frederick Brashear and Mary Katherine Brashear. He passed into eternal life on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. He was 64 years old. He was an alumni of Leslie County High School, Centre College and Chase College of Law. Leonard was a practicing attorney for almost forty years. He was a Ky. Bar Association Fellow, a member of the Ky. Justice Association, a member of the American Bar Association, Hyden City Attorney from 1984 to present, attorney for Leslie County Public Library, Leslie County Humane Society and the Leslie County Habitat for Humanity. He was master commissioner for Leslie and Perry Circuit Courts. Domestic Relations Commissioner for Leslie Circuit Court 1988-2002 and Perry Circuit Court 2000-2005. He was also appointed as a Delegate to the Ky. Bar Association. Leonard served on the Board of Directors for Hyden Citizens Bank, Farmer's State Bank and Middlefork Financial Group. He was legal counsel for Hyden Citizens Bank and Farmer's State Bank. Leonard was a University of Kentucky Fellow, member of the Leslie County Saddle Club, past President of the Leslie County Quarterback Club, past President of the Hyden Lions Club, Chairman of the Board of Mary Breckinridge Housing, Inc. President and Chariman of the Board of the Leslie County Cemetery Association, member on the Board of Appalachian Arts Center and a member of the Fish and Game Club. Leonard loved UK sports, the Reds and the Bengals. He coached AAU and girls basketball. Leonard enjoyed music, was a huge Beatle fan and a Dead Head. He loved people and he gave freely of his time and resources to help others. Family requests that all memorial gifts be made to The Brashear Scholarship Fund at HCTC, 1 Old Community College Drive, Hazard, KY. 41701. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ** Narrative Summary of the Obituary** Leonard H. Brashear, born 19 June 1957 in Hyden, KY, passed away on 8 September 2021 at the age of 64. He was a dedicated attorney and community leader, known for his love of sports and music, and for helping others throughout his life. ** Narrative Summary of Funeral Services** Funeral services were held at an undisclosed location. Leonard H. Brashear was buried in an unknown cemetery. **Transcript of the Edited Obituary** Leonard H. Brashear 19 June 1957 – 8 September 2021 Mr. Leonard H. Brashear, born June 19, 1957, in Hyden, KY, to Frederick Brashear and Mary Katherine Brashear. He passed into eternal life on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. He was 64 years old. He was an alumnus of Leslie County High School, Centre College, and Chase College of Law. Leonard was a practicing attorney for almost forty years. He was a Kentucky Bar Association Fellow, a member of the Kentucky Justice Association, a member of the American Bar Association, Hyden City Attorney from 1984 to present, attorney for Leslie County Public Library, Leslie County Humane Society, and the Leslie County Habitat for Humanity. He was Master Commissioner for Leslie and Perry Circuit Courts. Domestic Relations Commissioner for Leslie Circuit Court 1988–2002 and Perry Circuit Court 2000–2005. He was also appointed as a Delegate to the Kentucky Bar Association. Leonard served on the Board of Directors for Hyden Citizens Bank, Farmer's State Bank, and Middlefork Financial Group. He was legal counsel for Hyden Citizens Bank and Farmer's State Bank. Leonard was a University of Kentucky Fellow, member of the Leslie County Saddle Club, past President of the Leslie County Quarterback Club, past President of the Hyden Lions Club, Chairman of the Board of Mary Breckinridge Housing, Inc., President and Chairman of the Board of the Leslie County Cemetery Association, member on the Board of Appalachian Arts Center, and a member of the Fish and Game Club. Leonard loved UK sports, the Reds, and the Bengals. He coached AAU and girls' basketball. Leonard enjoyed music, was a huge Beatles fan, and a Dead Head. He loved people and he gave freely of his time and resources to help others. The family requests that all memorial gifts be made to The Brashear Scholarship Fund at HCTC, 1 Old Community College Drive, Hazard, KY 41701. ** Vital Statistics Summary** | Name | Age | Birth | Death | |----------------------------|--------------|----------------------------------|---------------------------| | Leonard H. Brashear | 64 years | 19 June 1957; Hyden, KY | 8 September 2021; Unknown | ** Table of Relationships** | Name | Relationship | Place of Residence | |----------------------------|-----------------------|--------------------| | Leonard H. Brashear | Decedent | Unknown | | Frederick Brashear | Father | Unknown | | Mary Katherine Brashear | Mother | Unknown | ** Publication Details** | Publication Date | |------------------| | 8 September 2021 | ** Other Relevant Information** Leonard H. Brashear was known for his contributions to the community as an attorney and leader in various organizations. His legacy includes a commitment to public service and support for local initiatives such as libraries and humane societies.