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Nancy Zarra Obituary
01/15/1954 - 01/24/2026
Nancy Lynn Mocarski Zarra passed away on January 24, 2026. She had suffered from chronic debilitating illness and had been well cared for at Willow Pass Healthcare Center in Concord, CA, since 2014. Nancy lived in northern New Jersey for much of her life, where she specialized in surgical nursing at St Barnabus Hospital in Short Hills, NJ. Over twenty years ago, she moved to Marin County to work at UCSF Cancer Center-Mt Zion Hospital in San Francisco. Nancy loved to cook, much to the enjoyment of friends and family. Nancy is survived by her son Anthony Zarra and his wife Sarah, and two granddaughters; her sister, Susan Mocarski; and brother, Edward Mocarski. Viewing and funeral service will take place at Skylawn Funeral Home at 10 AM on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
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Barbara Towers
February 4, 2026
Love and sympathy to AJ and family. Beautifully written obituary and learning about her.
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Cynda E Fiore
February 2, 2026
My sincerest sympathies to you, Susie, Eddie & AJ. Nancy will always have a very special place in my heart. As a friend, she was like no other! Sending love, Cynda
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