Bernadette Zacharda, 72, of Throop, died Wednesday at Hospice of the Sacred Heart. She was the widow of Jack Zacharda.
Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, daughter of the late Arthur and Cecelia Tiedemann Datz, she spent many years working as a Dental Office Manager.
Surviving are her daughters, Jennifer Josselyn and husband Michael, Danielle Landers-Nolan and husband Geoff, Alison Prisco and husband Bryan and one son Vincent Kerney and wife Kimberly. She was a loving Grandmother to Emily, Gabby, Julie, Leah, Aidan, and Connor. She is also survived by her twin sister Bernice, sister Mary, brothers, John and Raymond, and many cherished nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers Edward, Arthur, and Richard, and sisters Carolyn and Margaret.
Known for her remarkable talent as a seamstress, Bernadette crafted masterpieces, with creativity and love in every stitch. She cherished her daily cups of tea, savoring the simple comfort they brought.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, March 8th 2026 ,from 1pm-4pm at Keyser Valley Community Center, 103 N Keyser Ave, Scranton, PA 1850
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Kathleen McCann
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So many wonderful memories. She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers. 🙏❤️🙏❤️
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Sharon Shiffert
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So very sorry for your loss. We had many enjoyable conversations. She was a good friend, and I will miss her.
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Bernice Bonilla
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My heart is broken shattered in many pieces Living life side by side with Bernadette has been amazing and annoying and precious and every other emotion all mixed in. I Love and will miss her forever
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Michele Walsh
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So sorry for your loss. Rest in eternal peace dear Bernadette.
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Tracy Lee
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My life was blessed with Bernadette as a neighbor, for the short time I knew her.I enjoyed our long conversations. One day we stood so long, she got a cramp in her foot & we had to rub her foot. We were planning bus trips to the casinos & all over. I’m so heartbroken we didn’t make those trips. I promise to make a trip in your honor, Bernadette.
To her children & grandchildren, I’m so sorry for your loss. She was so proud of you all. She told me of each one of you, as she pointed you out on her wall photos. I will miss her lively spirit.
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Maureen DiBiasi
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Growing up in the Datz Family was so very special. 10 Siblings and all us nieces and nephews grew up knowing how lucky we were that we were so close. For the last 50 years we celebrated Christmas ALL together even as we lost My Dad, Uncle Arthur and Uncle Richie and these last few months losing Aunt Carol, Aunt Margaret and Aunt Bernadette. I can never forget the time I spent with Aunt Bernadette as she created my beautiful Bride's Mother's Dress for Ashley's wedding. I will be forever grateful that we sat at a table at the Christmas party together, both of us with our cup of teas and just talked. I couldn't believe how well she looked. Unfortunately, my girls and I cannot make it on Sunday for the Celebration of Her Life due to a scheduling conflict. You will be forever loved, missed and your Life celebrated as long I am . breathing. Rest in Eternal peace Aunt Bernadette - I Love You. 💔🙏
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Diane Mashburn
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Gone way too soon..,will be missed by all her friends and family…fond high school memories
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