Bernard "Bernie" Robert Zatcoff

Bernard (“Bernie”) Robert Zatcoff was born October 3, 1938, in Wilkes-Barre, PA to the late David and Celia Krisper Zatcoff. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers Marvin (Helenfae), Allan; and brother-in-law, Harvey Laub (Susan). He was graduated from Meyers High School and from VCU (RPI) with a degree in Business Administration. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for three years and then served as advisor at the Internal Revenue Service until his retirement in 2012.

Bernie, known as “ZMann” to friends and family, enjoyed golf (especially annual Myrtle Beach golf trips with his IRS buddies), game nights with friends, duplicate bridge and old TV shows. Going to a casino with friends was one of his favorite leisure activities. Shortly after retirement, he and Susan volunteered with Meals on Wheels for three years. He was also a member of Temple Israel in Norfolk.

Bernie’s sense of humor, loving and non-judgmental nature, devotion to his family and friends and laid-back attitude will always be remembered. It is rumored that he took the once-weekly casual day at work to new heights, making it casual days. No one at the office ever saw him in a tie again. He described neckties as a “worthless piece of clothing.” Please leave yours at home on Sunday.

Left behind to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 47 years, Susan Laub-Zatcoff; devoted daughters, Alicia Zatcoff (Casey Cockerham), Michelle Zatcoff (Xavier Mayali) and Gail Zatcoff (Misheck Mzumara); grandchildren Max Mayali and Roxanne Mayali. Nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces and his beloved dog GMann.

Bernie will be laid to rest in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, 6309 E. Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to SPCA, 2519 Hermitage Rd. Richmond, VA 23220, Feed More, 8020 Villa Park Dr. Richmond, VA 23228 or an organization of your choice. Please visit his webpage at www.woodlawnnorfolk.com to share a memory or leave a condolence for his family.