Gretna……….Katie Eanes Bishop, age 94 of Gretna died Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at her residence.

Born July 26, 1924 in Pittsylvania County, she was a daughter of the late Richard Lee Eanes and Mary Atkinson Eanes. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Tuller Bishop, Jr.; seven brothers, Roy Eanes, Coleman Eanes, Clifton Eanes, Lukin Eanes, Wade Eanes, Fred Eanes and Paul Eanes; and a sister, Georgia E. Waller.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Gretna and worked in retail.  She was a member of the Red Hatters, she volunteered for hospice and was an advocate for people with disabilities.  Mrs. Bishop enjoyed geneaology, antiquing, and socializing.

She is survived by one son, David E. Bishop and wife, Beverly; two daughters, Karen Bishop Beard and Deborah Lynn Bishop; two sisters, Mary Ruth Johnson and Eudora Roach; five grandchildren, Mark Pate and wife, Christine, Katie Ann Bishop, Richard Tuller Beard & wife, Tamara, Coleman Tucker Beard and wife, Jessica and Virginia Kate Beard; and three great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 27, 2018 at the First Baptist Church of Gretna by Rev. R.G. Rowland and Rev. Mike Allen.

The family will receive friends 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, October 26, 2018 at Colbert-Moran and other times will be at the residence.

The family suggest memorials be made to Gentle Shepherd Hospice, 6045 Peters Creek Rd. Roanoke, VA 24019.

Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com .