Elmer Douglas Couch, 67, of Evarts, departed this life at the Pikeville Medical Center on Monday, May 18, 2026. Born November 15, 1958 in Harlan, he had lived here most of his life. Elmer was a coal miner for Manalapan Mining Company and believed in the Christian faith. He enjoyed being outdoors, ginsenging, fishing, spending time with his family and U.K. basketball.

He is preceded in death by his father, Elmer Couch; mother   Polly Mitton; and three brothers, Eddie Couch, Tony Brewer and George Jones.

Survivors include three children, Kayla Couch, Beverly, KY; Kevin Couch and wife, Erika, Evarts, KY; and Catrina Osborne, Thousandsticks, KY; a special friend, Cassandra "Sandy" Dobbs; his special bonus mother, Loretta Couch; four sisters, Mary Combs, Judy Simpson, Crystal Blackburn and Stephanie Belcher; and two brothers, Tommy Brewer and Bob Couch. Also surviving are six grandchildren, Ethan Couch, Haley Welch, Trever Osborne, Austin Osborne, Andrea Belcher and Landon Belcher; a good friend, Chuck Mitton; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Honoring his final wishes the family has selected cremation and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

The Evarts Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Elmer Douglas Couch.