Mrs. Elizabeth M. Zbylicki, 74, of Duryea, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton after a long illness.

Born in Kingston, she was the daughter of the late James and Margaret Brennan McGroarty. She was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1966 and attended Luzerne County Community College and King's College. Prior to her retirement, she was employed for 28 years by Verizon, Scranton.

Liz was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea. She was a member of Nativity our Lord Women's Society, the Telephone Pioneers of America and was a member and chief steward of the local branch of CWA 13500 Union.

Liz was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her pride and joy were her grandchildren and she loved spending time with them. She enjoyed reading, loved dogs, turning up the thermostat on her husband and traveling, especially her trip to Ireland.

She was preceded in death by her brother, William McGroarty.

Liz and her husband, Joseph, celebrated their 46th Wedding Anniversary this past September 11th.

Surviving are:
Daughter, Jessica Carson and her husband, Phil, of Stroudsburg
Son, Joseph K. Zbylicki and his wife, Lori, of Reeders
Daughter, Stephanie Lapsansky and her husband, Joe, of Jenkins Township
Daughter, Mary Kate Zbylicki of Duryea

Grandchildren:
Molly, Peyton, Bryce, Kylie, Nicky and Morgan

Brother, Joseph McGroarty of Luzerne
Sister, Anne Malahowski and her husband, John, of Lakeville, Minnesota
Nieces, nephew and cousins

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 10:00 am in Nativity of Our Lord Parish, 127 Stephenson Street, Duryea with the Rev. Michael Bryant officiating. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Duryea. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church the morning of the funeral. A viewing will be on Friday, January 13, 2023 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. To leave an online condolence for Liz's family, please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

Liz was a wonderful person and friend. Her live of family and life were her priority. I will always remember her positive attitude and kind words. I am so very sorry for your loss. Joe and family please accept my deepest sympathy. She will be missed by all who loved her.

Eileen Brislin Wellner (almost 2 years ago)

Joe, Please accept our condolences for your loss. I didn’t have the honor to know your wife, but I can tell she was an incredible person.

Stanley Polak & Family (almost 2 years ago)

Joe My deepest condolences to you and your family. Liz was a good friend and just a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you both .

Bernie Miskin (almost 2 years ago)

My deepest sympathy to Joe, Joey, Jess, Steff, Mary Kate and their families. The world has lost a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and very good friend… Much Love and prayers….Until we meet again .. … Jane Ann Graver

Jane Ann Graver (almost 2 years ago)

So so sorry love you both Rip

Rick Shutt (almost 2 years ago)

Joe and family - please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your loving wife, mother and grandmother.

Dee Pavlick (almost 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss. Cathy worked with Liz for years and she was a pleasure. Sending sympathy and prayers.

Cathy and Bob Montgomery (almost 2 years ago)

Very sorry to hear this. Deepest sympathy to Joe and family.

Lawrence Hosey (almost 2 years ago)

We are so sorry to hear of Liz's passing. She was a wonderful lady. I will miss her stories on Facebook. Prayers for the whole family. Rest in peace Liz.

Annette and Dave Odermatt (almost 2 years ago)

Joe & family. So sorry for your loss. She had a great smile & hearty laugh. Always enjoyed her stories. She loved you all. I was not aware she was ill. Prayers for all of you.

Eileen Slavinski (almost 2 years ago)

My Deepest Sypathy to the Family. I will miss her Stories on Facebook. May she rest in Peace. Class of 66

Monica Sypulski Fisher (almost 2 years ago)

My deepest condolences on the lost of your loved one. She was truly a wonderful lady. May she rest in peace. Prayers to all to help you to get through this most difficult time in your lives.

Mary Esther Terruso (almost 2 years ago)

I'm praying for you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman and amazing mother to her children. Remember this isn't goodbye but until we meet again. Sending love and comfort your way.

Margaret R Gibblets (almost 2 years ago)

So sorry to hear. Elizabeth and I were first cousins.Prayers to her family.

Anne MArie Mistishen (almost 2 years ago)

Sincere sympathy to the entire family keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary lou fereck (almost 2 years ago)

Our deepest sympathy to you, Joe and family. Liz will surely be missed by all who knew her..R.I.P.Liz..fly with the Angels..

Mary Rugletic (almost 2 years ago)

My sincere sympathy for Joe and family. I attended high school with Liz and we remained friends. She was a wonderful person who adored her husband and family. She will be truly missed by everyone who was blessed to know her

Lucille Mussel Achuff (almost 2 years ago)

Liz was a wonderful friend and co-worker. She always had a smile and kind word. Her love for and pride in her family was evident. Saying a prayer for her family-such a big loss.

Mildred cesare (almost 2 years ago)

Dearest Joe and Family - we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda and Bob Dzieciol (almost 2 years ago)

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Liz. We went to High Scool together. I will miss all of Liz’s Face Book posts. What a wonderful person. Liz was so proud of her family who she cherished and loved so much. I am so very sorry Joe and family for your loss.

Patricia Hosey Kosloski (almost 2 years ago)

My world will be a little less full of wisdom and good cheer, Liz was an outsize influence on my and I will miss deeply her wisdom and kindness

Christopher Goffa (almost 2 years ago)

Joe & Family, I’m so sorry to hear of Liz’s passing. No matter how she felt, she always had a smile on her face. I enjoyed bringing her our Lord in the Eucharist during First Friday calls.She will be deeply missed. She's now at peace with her Lord.

Valerie Olszewski (almost 2 years ago)

I’m glad our paths crossed as coworkers. I have fond memories of Liz. Hadn’t seen her much lately other then social media. I will miss seeing her warm & positive outlook. She was a beautiful lady. Sending prayers for her loved ones. Heaven has just gotten a little brighter.

Amy B (almost 2 years ago)

We are so sorry. I wasn’t aware she was ill. I enjoyed her Facebook messages. So sorry joe and family.

Rick and Mary Jo Shutt (almost 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss,Liz was a wonderful person

Kate Chapasko (almost 2 years ago)

My heart goes out to the whole family! Thinking of y’all during this time. Sending love and prayers.

Caryn Piorkowski (almost 2 years ago)

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time......

Wysokinski Family (almost 2 years ago)

My heart goes out to Lizzie family, she was a wonderful person and a good friend.

Ann McCann (almost 2 years ago)

Liz always had a smile on her face, and a welcoming word for everyone. We feel blessed we got to know her and share such happy occasions. The love she felt for her family was clear and apparent with everything she did. Our deepest sympathy and prayers to all of her family. She will be greatly missed.

The Mecca Family (almost 2 years ago)

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