Zachariah Aaron Koerner of Stevensville, MT returned to his heavenly home on January 17, 2019. He was born on June 12, 2002 in Missoula, Montana, the son of the late Cindy Lee Smith-Koerner and Keith S. Koerner.
Zack was a student at Stevensville High School where he was a member of the Speech and Debate team. He also was a member of the Business Professionals of America and the Boys Scouts of America. Zack loved anime, video games, movie trivia, and playing board games with family and friends. Zack loved history, and hoped to become a voice actor. He was a beloved son, brother, cousin, and friend who kept everyone laughing day and night. Words cannot describe how much he will be missed by his family and friends.
Zack is preceded in death by his mother, Cindy Lee Smith-Koerner, and his grandparents.
He is survived by his father Keith of Stevensville; siblings Derek (Kim) of Seattle, WA, Josh (Tami) of Florence, Gabe (Loni) of Missoula, Amanda Leavitt (Rob) of Meridian, ID, Cassie of Boise, ID, Christy Child (Nathan) of Boise, ID, Tracy Smith of Spokane, WA, Tyler Smith (Summer) of Plano, TX, and Noah of Stevensville; 21 nieces and nephews and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Pallbearers include Derek Koerner, Josh Koerner, Gabe Koerner, Rob Leavitt, Nathan Child, Tyler Smith, and Noah Koerner.
Memorial services will be held Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 11 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Stevensville, MT, 100 Middle Burnt Fork Road with Bishop Terry Maki officiating. Graveside services will immediately follow at the Riverside Cemetery in Stevensville.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Stevensville Community Foundation on behalf of Zachariah Koerner. Donations may be mailed to Stevensville Community Foundation at P.O. Box 413, Stevensville MT 59870; contact (406) 239-5726.
Janet Baeta Crockett says
Keith I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words that can comfort you and the family at this time. Heaven has gained another Angel and you have his memories to treasure. Bless you all in this time of pain
Valerie Wyglendowski says
Keith, I am so very sorry Zach was taken so young. I remember my mom Jean, and I used to have him in the nursery, and what a Special Spirit !
My heart breaks for you, but I do know that our Heavenly Father will reunite us all on that great day, I pray for God to Comfort You, LOVE Valerie Wyglendowski
Rich & Michelle Poole says
Dear Korner Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of Zach. You are in our prayers during this hard time.
Much love to you all!
Anita Thiemann says
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Koerner family. I love you all and know this is a difficult time. Much love to all. May God be with you.
Justin Joseph says
I’m so sorry to hear about Zachariah moving on. I hope he has just moved on to a better place. He will be missed.
Anything the Joseph’s can do, please reach out, we will do anything we can!
Wayne & May Weidow says
So sorry for your loss Keith. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family!
Betty and Bill McBride says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Keith. Please find comfort in knowing so many people care for you and your family. Hugs to all of you.
Mark D Joseph says
Keith, am so Very Sorry for your Loss. May God be with You……..
Wally and Margaret Poole says
Keith and family, our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you! Our hearts are deeply saddened.
Diane & Jim Scovil says
Dear Keith and family. Our hearts break for you and prayers are held in our hearts for each of you. We are the grandparents of William & Annika Mclean ( living in Arizona) and we know the heartache they have expressed in losing their friend.
Diane & Jim Scovil
Sue & George Wasser says
There are no words to express how sorry George and I are for the loss of Zach. Please accept our heart felt sympathy and love.
We hope your memories of Zach will comfort you in the days ahead. Hugs all around.