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Bardstown Today
By the People, for the People
Bardstown Resident Larry Wayne Lydian Passes Away at 77
Lydian was a longtime employee of General Electric and active in his community.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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Larry Wayne Lydian, a 77-year-old resident of Bardstown, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Flaget Memorial Hospital. Lydian was a retired employee of General Electric after 35 years of service and was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed working on cars, driving his tractor, and participating in other farm activities.
Why it matters
Lydian's passing marks the loss of a longtime community member in Bardstown, a small city in Kentucky known for its rich history and tight-knit neighborhoods. As a longtime employee and active member of the community, Lydian's death will be felt by many who knew him.
The details
Lydian was born on December 23, 1948 in Bardstown to the late Charles Henry and Bernice Love Davis Lydian. In addition to his work at General Electric, he loved spending time on his tractor and doing other farm activities. He was preceded in death by one brother, Donnie Lydian. He is survived by his wife Ila Joyce Hays Lydian, two daughters, one son, one sister, one brother, 12 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.
- Lydian passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
- Lydian's funeral is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
The players
Larry Wayne Lydian
A 77-year-old resident of Bardstown, Kentucky who passed away on February 10, 2026. He was a retired employee of General Electric after 35 years of service and was of the Catholic faith.
Ila Joyce Hays Lydian
Lydian's wife.
Donnie Lydian
Lydian's brother, who preceded him in death.
Mary Hays
Lydian's sister.
Charles Edward Lydian
Lydian's brother.
The takeaway
Lydian's passing marks the loss of a longtime community member in Bardstown, Kentucky, where he was known for his 35-year career at General Electric and his active involvement in farming and other community activities.
