Janice Zanardi Passs Away

    Janice M. Zanardi of Davidsonville, MD passed away on July 6, 2023.    She was born on June 2, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA.
    She was the beloved wife of Louis Zanardi of Davidsonville, MD – Married 55 Years – since November 11th, 1967. They made their home in Davidsonville, MD since 1977. Loving mother of Christopher Zanardi of Ashburn, VA, David Zanardi of San Antonio, TX, Richard Zanardi of Washington, DC and wife Allie Zanardi. Loving grandmother of Julia, Laura, Luke, Mia, Mattis, Madison, Alaina, and Isabella. Sister of Rich Knowski and his wife Karen of New Hope, PA. Aunt of Richard and Michael Knowski, sister-in-law of Ted Zanardi of Wood-Ridge, NJ. Preceding Mrs. Zanardi in death are her son, Brian Zanardi, and her parents George "Duke" Knowski and Genevieve Knowski.
    Mrs. Zanardi graduated with honors from Little Flower High School in Philadelphia, PA. She had an amazing 20+ year career with the US House of Representatives, including as a staff member serving Ohio's 15th Congressional District under the Honorable Chalmers Wylie and the Honorable Deborah Price; and as a staff member serving Ohio's 6th Congressional District under the Honorable Frank Cremeans. A devoted Mother and Grandmother, Mrs. Zanardi's stated career ambition was being a great mom. "Mama Z" touched so many in her life and the commitment and love she showed to her family was felt each and every day. She was the pillar of the Zanardi family and her life and actions were the definition of unconditional love. Please keep her memory in your hearts and prayers.
    A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 11 at 10:30 AM at the Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 West Central Ave. Davidsonville, MD 21035. Online condolences may be placed at www.hardestyfuneralhome.com.