Ermal Hatfield

Ermal Hatfield, 71, of McCarr, KY passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at the Pikeville Medical Center.  Ermal was born March 17, 1952 in Matewan, WV to the late Opa and Mary Coleman Hatfield.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his son, Joseph “Joey” Hatfield, and a brother, Woodrow Hatfield.

Ermal was a businessman having business ventures in the coal mining industry, gas and convenience stores, the natural gas industry, and the thoroughbred horse racing business.

Survivors include two sisters, Shirley Vickers and Bonnie Dempsey both of McCarr, KY, four brothers, Glen Hatfield, O.J. Hatfield, and Terry (Brenda) Hatfield all of McCarr, KY and Jerry Hatfield of Robinson Creek, KY.  Ermal is also survived by a host of family and friends.

Graveside services will be held Monday, July 10, 2023 at 1:30 pm at the Lexington Cemetery, 833 West Main Street,  Lexington, KY 40508 with burial to follow beside his son Joey.  Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Visitation will be held Sunday, July 9, 2023 beginning at 5:00 pm for family and from 6-9 pm for friends at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel.

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