Kathryn Norwood Bancroft

Kathryn Norwood Bancroft Kathryn Norwood Bancroft was born on April 15, 1928 in Columbia County, Arkansas. Her parents were Idelle Olive Norwood and Yancy Marion Norwood. Following a brief illness, she died on Monday, November 23, 2015, at the Grace Home in Shreveport. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 27, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Rose Neath Funeral Home on Marshall Street. A celebration of her life will be held in the Sanctuary of Kings Highway Christian Church on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. with Dr. David Brice, Senior Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Park Cemetery, St. Vincent Ave. Kathryn was predeceased by her parents; her husband, William Earl Bancroft, Sr.; her sisters, Dorothy Norwood McCoy and Vilma Norwood Crain. She is survived by her sons, William Earl Bancroft, Jr., and his wife, Susanne Johnson Bancroft of Dallas, TX; and Philip Ross Bancroft of Shreveport, LA; her grandchildren, William Earl Bancroft, III, Elizabeth Diane Bancroft, Kathryn Grace Bancroft, Meredith Hope Bancroft, Alexander Ross Bancroft, Hannah Kathryn Bancroft, and Ian Ross Bancroft; two sisters, Carmen Norwood Caudle and husband, Bobby of Bodcaw, AR, and Dr. Carol Norwood Eason of Benton, AR; her brother-in-law, Kenneth Crain; numerous nieces and nephews, as well as many dear friends. Kathryn was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. The family expresses a heartfelt appreciation to her longtime assistant, dear friend and confidant, Dorothy Semon. Honoring Kathryn as pallbearers will be John Harris; Roger Johnson; Phillip Semon; her nephew, Mac McCoy; and her grandsons, Will, Alex and Ian. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the Elders of Kings Highway Christian Church. Kathryn will be remembered for her generous support of the arts in an effort to better her city. She was the epitome of a gracious and charming Southern lady and made everyone feel very special. One of her happiest times was serving as the school secretary at Riverside Elementary School. To this day, those students often thank her for giving them lunch money, easing the pain of being \"in the principal\'s office\", or just making their lives a little easier. She has quietly influenced many young people by encouragement and expressing a sincere interest in them. Learning was a life-long passion of Kathryn\'s, and she assisted others in obtaining a college education. Her zest for life included actively working in her family business until age 87. Her grace, serenity and encouragement will be missed by her family and friends. Kathryn was active in her church, Kings Highway Christian Church, working as a nursery attendant, participating in the women\'s ministry, serving on the Stewardship Committee, and serving as a member of the Diaconate. She was also a member of Shreveport Symphony Guild, Shreveport Opera Guild, The Petroleum Club of Shreveport and East Ridge Country Club. The family would like to express their deep appreciation for the loving care provided by her caregivers, LaShone Burks, Dorothy Bush, Tracy Hughes, and Tammy Huey. Much appreciation is also expressed to Ceressie Robinson for her faithful years of loyalty and friendship. Many thanks and grateful appreciation to Dr. Huan Le and Dr. Christopher Wolcott, the entire staff at Montclair Park, the doctors, nurses, and staff at Willis-Knighton North, Willis-Knighton Pierremont and Grace Home. The family suggests memorials in memory of Kathryn may be sent to Kings Highway Christian Church, 806 Kings Highway, Shreveport, LA 71104, or to the charity of the donor\'s choice .