Bernadette Louise David aka "Bunce" was born on July 24, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey to Edna and the late John David, Sr. Bernadette was educated in the Teaneck Public School system and graduated from Teaneck High School in 1972. She earned a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice from William Paterson University. Bernadette served on the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office for over thirty years and retired as Captain in the Internal Affairs Department on March 1, 2011. Bunce, as we called her, had a sense of humor like no other. She could make anyone laugh even in the midst of tears. Bunce was a very private person and let few people into her life, but when she did, you knew that you were very special to her. We will all miss her joviality and witty sarcasm and she will remain forever in our hearts. In addition to her father, Bernadette was preceded in death by a sister, Kim L. Smiles. Bernadette is survived by: her mother, Edna David; her sisters, Colette David Thomas, Victoria Johnson and Naomi David; her brothers, John David, Jr. and Arthur David; and a host of nieces, nephews, other close relatives and friends. I'm sorry I had to leave you. My loved ones, oh so dear. But you see, the Master called me, His voice was very clear! I had made my reservation A heaven bound ticket for one, And I knew that He would call me When He felt my work was done. I know that your hearts are heavy Because I have gone away, But when the Master called me, I knew that I could not stay. Yes, I'm sorry I had to leave you My loved ones, oh so dear, But, you see, the Master called me And, now I'm resting here. Yes, I've crossed on over to glory And to you all I say Just stay in the hands of Jesus And we'll meet again someday.