Byron Hayden

Byron "Papa" Hayden, 82, of Bardstown, passed peacefully surrounded by his entire family Thursday, March 5, 2026 at U of L Jewish Hospital.  While a man of very few words, his quiet presence was genuine and loving. Golfing and fishing were his favorite and most frustrating hobbies and there are many hilarious tales to be told by his brothers and friends about "the one that got away" and "the putt that lipped the cup!" His easygoing nature made him a complete and willing pushover with his grandchildren, whom he dearly loved. Byron will be missed by all who knew him and always remembered for his gentle nature and kind spirit. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Reba Hayden.

He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Hayden, of Bardstown; son, Tee (Marian) Hayden; grandson, Trey Hayden, all of Frankfort; granddaughter, Sydney Hayden, of Cincinnati; three brothers, Danny (Betty Kaye) Hayden, Gary (Janis) Hayden, and Kenny (Diana) Hayden; sister, Shirl (Kenny) Thomas, all of Bardstown; and lots of nieces, nephews, and good friends. 

His funeral service will be 3 pm Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Barlow Funeral Home with Trey and Sydney Hayden officiating. Burial will follow in Bardstown Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 am - 3 pm Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Barlow Funeral Home. 

Memorial contributions may go to Bethany Haven. 

Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Byron Hayden, please visit our floral store.