Carolyn J. Bishop

Carolyn J. Bishop, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026, in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Born on May 9, 1945, in Natchitoches to William Mason Bryant and Claudie Lee Hall Bryant.

Carolyn served as a bus driver for the Grant Parish School Board, and was a member of Northside Baptist Church, where she served as pianist for many years. She enjoyed shopping and spending time with her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Betty Crenwelge.

Carolyn is survived by her son, Keith Jordan (Denise), two step-daughters, Terrie B. Grothen and Tammy B. Witherspoon, as well as her two grandsons, Brady Atkins (Olivia), and Mason Jordan, and great grandson, Baker Atkins. She will also be lovingly remembered by her brother-in-law, David Crenwelge, and her niece, Melanie Porter (Tommy), great-niece, Lauren Gram (Jason), and great great-nephew, Maverick. She was also survived by her beloved four legged grandchild, Jorja.

Friends and family are invited to gather for visitation at Northside Baptist Church in Montgomery, Louisiana on Friday,October 23, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A graveside service will be held in her honor at Central Cemetery, located at 1800 Central Loop in Robeline, Louisiana, on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM with Rev. Ralph Johnson, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

The family of Mrs. Bishop wishes to express their heartfelt thank you to all the staff at Elizabeth's House in Natchitoches as well as the caregivers while at home for their excellent care they gave to our mother during her illness.  

Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting southernfuneralhome.com