Myra I. Zoccola, 101 of Palmer Twp., PA passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Vintage Knolls, Danville, PA. Born November 2, 1923 in Easton, PA she was a daughter of the late Albert Weeks and Evelyn (Fortner) Werkheiser Fretz and Raymond Werkheiser. As a child, she could often be found helping her mother and grandmother in their produce stand at the Arcade Market in downtown Easton. She was a graduate of Easton High School, where she was voted best dressed in her class. Myra graduated from Traphagen School of Fashion in NYC and attended the Philadelphia College of Art. While in school, she was featured in the NY Times for her design of one of the first women’s two-piece bathing suits.
Following graduation, she designed children’s clothing in NYC for Luv Brand. After WWII, she returned to Easton and married Frank Zoccola who died in 2001. Myra then worked for Rembrandt Photography Studio, painting photographs and she also worked as the office manager in her husband’s State Farm Insurance office for many years. Myra loved painting with watercolors, swimming in her pool, travelling to Europe with her husband, tending to her flower garden and spending time with family.
She was very special and will be missed very much by her children: Dana Zoccola and Debby James; grandchildren: Darren James and Tara Bingley; and great-grandchildren Hanna, Maia, Owen and Colby.
A Memorial service will be held 4 PM March 15 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton with a calling period from 3 to 4 pm. Interment will be private. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Brian and Diane O’Rorke
February 18, 2025 at 6:20 pm
We were neighbors for over 30 years and came to love Myra as more than a friend. She was such a gracious lady. Never complained and always had a kind word. We shared plants, conversations and drinks by the pool many, many times. She will be missed. Condolences to Debbie and her grandchildren who she loved dearly. Rest in peace dear Myra. Say hello to Frank for us. 🌹
Melissa and Robert (Matty) Matthews
March 1, 2025 at 6:24 pm
Myra was a lovely lady- warm and friendly, creative and truly fascinating. We have loved Dana for over 40 years and we were blessed to have met Myra. She was so engaging and endeared herself to us both and our kids. I hope the love and support from friends and family brings you all comfort and peace. Treasure your memories. She was a dynamo! We certainly feel lucky to have been at least a small part of her life!
Violet Luh
March 4, 2025 at 8:49 pm
Frank and Myra were the first neighbors we met when we moved to Old Orchard in Easton, PA 56 years ago.
From the beginning, they were a very friendly, warm and generous couple. We all moved into the neighborhood at the same time, and because of that, all the neighbors became very close. We helped each other, and entertained often at each other‘s houses. Frank and Myra and their children Dana, Debby are lovely people. Their pool was the central gathering place – always filled with children’s laughter, and fun memories.
Myra was a very kind and artistic woman with a nice smile. I enjoyed talking with her by the pool at her beautiful garden. I shall miss her whenever I look at her house!
Dana, Debby and family, please take good care of yourselves !
Love,
Frank Luh, Violet Luh, and family