Justin Reed Nance, 42, of Hardinsburg, KY, former resident of Leslie County departed this life on December 29, 2025 in McDaniels, KY after injuries sustained in an accident. Justin was born January 28, 1983 to the late Gary Reed "Sparky" Nance and the late Donna Pace Nance.
Justin enjoyed music, playing guitar, and fishing. Above all, Justin enjoyed spending time with his friends.
In addition to his parents, Justin was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Cecil "Dood" and Barbara Pace.
Justin leaves surviving the love of his life (Wife) Erika Ward; one son Aidan Chase Nance; a bonus daughter Matilda Ward; his sister Sarah Osborne & her husband Floyd; his nephews Austin Osborne & his wife Chelsey and Tyler Osborne & his wife Macy. Two great-nieces Natalee and Sadie Osborne. A host of other friends also survive Justin's passing.
A memorial visitation to commemorate the life of Justin Reed Nance will be held from 2p.m. until 4p.m. Sunday, January 04, 2026 at Wolfe & Sons Funeral Home. The obituary will be read by Albert Smith.
Arrangements are being handled carefully under the direction of Wolfe & Sons Funeral Home.
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