Those left to mourn her passing include her husband of 65 years, Bernard L Zales. She is also survived by her four sons Michael (Gayle), Thomas (Angel), David ( Melissa Rhodes), and John (Arlene). In addition, her grandchildren Joshua (Erin), Matthew (Rebecca), Sarabeth Easter (Justin), Ashlyn, David Jr., Patrick, and great-grandson Tanner. She is survived by several nieces and nephews, including one special niece, Maribeth Perry. Bernice is preceded in death by her parents, Bruno and Elizabeth Kyanko and her sisters Dorothy, Katherine, Lucille, and Helen.
Bernice retired from Macy's after many years of loyal service. She never met a stranger and was always quick to give good advice and the greatest hugs ever. She will be greatly missed by all.
Bernice was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
Funeral services for Bernice will be held at Hanes Lineberry Funeral Home Sedgefield Chapel on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Guilford Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please makes donation in Bernice's name to: St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN. 38105.
Online condolences may be made at www.haneslineberryfuneralhomes.com.