Jack Daniel "Danny" Polley

Jack Daniel "Danny" Polley obituary, Big Spring, KY

Jack Daniel "Danny" Polley

Jack Polley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hager Funeral Home on Dec. 11, 2025.
Mr. Jack Daniel "Danny" Polley, age 66, of Big Spring, KY, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at his residence. Danny was born on July 6, 1959, the son of Everett J. and Margaret Helen (McRee) Polley.

Danny was a long-time gun, and classic car enthusiast. He proudly owned a 1967 Pontiac Firebird that he loved to race. His passion was music. Danny started playing the drums when he was 6 years old. He played in several bands throughout the years starting with The Procrastinators in 1978, and also Rock Station, Headway, and Shot Gun.

Danny was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his sister, Karen Polley Liner; his lifelong friend and bandmate, Joe (Cheryl) Leffler; and his neighbors and friends, Nessie and Samantha Hague.

A Celebration of Danny's Life will be held at 4:00 PM on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the chapel of Hager Funeral Home with Joe Leffler officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until the time of service on Thursday.

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