Lavone Marie Koernke Obituary
The family announces the passing of Lavone Marie Koernke of Bardstown, Kentucky on September 18, 2026. Lavone, born on August 23, 1942, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Lavone Marie Koernke or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Lavone will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Lavone by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Lavone is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Lavone’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Dallas Ackerman and Olga Ackerman. She is survived by: her husband William "Bill" Koernke; her children, Martha Whitcomb (Scott) of Petoskey, MI and Matthew Koernke (Gloria) of Richland, MI; her grandchildren, Colton Martin (Mary) of Markleysburg, PA, Parker Koernke (Erika) of Kalamazoo, MI and Brennen Koernke of Richland, MI; and her brother Duane Ackerman (Helen) of Warrenton, MO..
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 23rd 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM and on Thursday, September 24th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Barlow Funeral Home (2675 E John Rowan Blvd, Bardstown, KY 40004). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 24th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
