Brian Keith Nantz, age 58, of Morehead, Kentucky, formerly of Loyall, passed away at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington on Sunday, January 25, 2026.

Brian was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, on October 2, 1967, to Olen and Rosa (Jackson) Nantz. His younger years were spent in Harlan County but the family moved to Rowan County, where Brian attended and graduated from Rowan County High School. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army.

Brian is preceded in death by his parents, Olen and Rosa Nantz.  He is survived by his sister, Connie (Denny) Pace of Richmond and sister, Vickie Anderson of Morehead. Also surviving is a nephew, Dr. Brandon Pace.

Brian will be laid to rest at the Brown Cemetery in Bledsoe, KY.

Harlan Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Brian Nantz.