Bernie was born on August 3rd 1939. Graduate of St. John’s. She was an avid dancer and member of Southside Imperial Dance Club, loved baseball and was honored to be a member of The St. Louis Czech Hall, Sokol Gymnastics, and proudly retired from STL Metropolitan Police Department.
Bernadette is preceded in death by her parents Sophia Przasnyska and Lawrence Corona and brother Frank Corona and her husband Joseph Sieli.
She is survived by her Brother Anthony Corona, her sister in law Stephanie, daughter Terri Swarthout, husband John Swarthout and her six grand children. Lauren Bryan, Brittany Bryan, Matthew Bryan, Ethan Swarthout, Evan Swarthout, and great granddaughter Jocelyn Bryan.
A private graveside service for "Bernie" was held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, where she was laid to rest with her husband Joseph. Memorial to be held at later date.
In memory of Bernie contributions are encouraged to, The Saint Louis Czech Hall, 4690 Lansdowne Ave., St. Louis 63116