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Bernadine Zaikoski Obituary

WILKES-BARRE — Bernadine Gabrysh Zaikoski, 78, formerly of West Maple Street, Wilkes-Barre, died Thursday, April 10, 2014, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

Born Oct. 22, 1935, in Ashley, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Julia Gabrysh.

Bernadine was a graduate of Ashley High School and dedicated most of her life to the care of her family.

She will be greatly missed by her husband, Leonard J. Zaikoski; son, Leonard P., and his wife, Regina, and their son, Alex Zaikoski, Harrisburg; sisters, Ann Rice, Eleanor Vehosky, Patricia Monte and Dolly Sikora; brother, Thomas Gabrysh; nieces, nephews; other family and friends.

Celebration of Bernadine's Life will begin with visitation at 9 a.m. Monday at Saint Luke's Villa, 80 E. Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre, with funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment will be in Saint Mary's Cemetery in Hanover Township.

McLaughlin's – The Family Funeral Service is assisting Bernadine's family with arrangements.

Permanent messages and memories can be shared with Bernadine's family at www.celebrateherlife.com.

Published by Times Leader from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12, 2014.
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Bernie was such a sweet, caring woman. To her husband, son and all her family, I am so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.

Melanie, RN at St. Luke's

April 13, 2014

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