Della Layne Obituary
In loving memory of Della Layne of Phelps, Kentucky, who departed this world on January 21, 2026 at the age of 78. Della leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Della leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Adkins and Pearl Adkins (Blankenship); and her husband Leon "Japeye" Layne. She is survived by: her children, Keith Layne (Crystal) and Keithella Matney (Steve); her siblings, John Jr. Adkins (Beverly) and Emma Wolford of Phelps, KY.; and her grandchildren, Keisha Hatfield (Andrew), Colby Layne (Teonna), Jessica Rowe (Jayden) and Keirah Layne.
