Barbara Burke's obituary , Passed away on May 10, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky

Barbara Burke

October 15, 1931 - May 10, 2026 (94 years old)

Louisville, Kentucky

Barbara Burke's obituary , Passed away on May 10, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky

Funeral arrangement under the care of
J.B. Ratterman & Sons Funerals & Family Cremation Care

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Barbara Burke

October 15, 1931 - May 10, 2026 (94 years old)

Louisville, Kentucky

Barbara Burke Obituary

The world bids farewell to Barbara Burke (Louisville, Kentucky), departing on May 10, 2026 at the age of 94. Barbara leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Burke to show support.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Barbara is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Barbara's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Elizabeth Ellis and Bob Ellis; her spouse Thomas Melvin Burke; Skip-Bo and Uno. She was also cherished by her four children, eight grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 19th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Rutledge Road Baptist Church (6690 Rutledge Rd, Louisville, KY 40258). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 19th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
J.B. Ratterman & Sons Funerals & Family Cremation Care



Tue

May 19

Visitation

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Rutledge Road Baptist Church
6690 Rutledge Rd, Louisville, KY 40258

Tue

May 19

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Rutledge Road Baptist Church
6690 Rutledge Rd, Louisville, KY 40258

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