1924
Nelwyn
2017
Nelwyn Kelley Norwood
August 18, 1924 — April 21, 2017
Funeral services for Nelwyn Kelley Bickley Norwood, 92, of Monroe, LA., will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 29, 2017, at Christ Episcopal Church in Bastrop, LA., with The Reverend Greg Riley officiating.
Nelwyn was born on August 18, 1924, in Alexandria, Louisiana, and died on April 21, 2017, at home in Monroe.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Elna and William Kelley; her brother, William M. Kelley; her husband, Fayette Bickley; her son, Louis Bickley; and her husband, James L. Norwood, III.
Nelwyn received her B.A. degree in history from Southwestern in Lafayette and a Master’s degree in English from Northeast Louisiana University (now ULM). She was a dedicated and loved teacher at Bastrop High School, River Oaks, and NLU. She was devoted to her work and her students, many who knew her as “Mrs. B.”
After retiring, she faithfully volunteered for over 22 years at Christian Community Ministries.
Traveling was one of her many interests. She often visited places in the states and abroad which had some connection with history or the authors whose work she taught, especially English poets.
Another interest was the theatre. For over thirty years she was a regular performer on the Little Theatre stage and consistently won awards for the roles she played. A favorite character she portrayed was “Miss Daisy.” Nelwyn also worked with several celebrity guest artists such as Mercedes McCambridge, Andy Divine, and Patrice Munsel during the spring productions of the NLU Concert Series.
Survivors include her daughter, Nelwyn (Kaye) Egan of Lake Winola, PA; grandchildren; Erin Egan and husband Bob Goldstein of Orting, WA.; Amy B. Latham and husband Scott of Monroe; Christopher Louis Bickley of West Monroe; step-children; Diane Norwood of Berkley, CA.; Leah Norwood of Villa Grande, CA.; J.L. Norwood, IV, of Minneapolis MN.; five nieces and nephews, eight great-grandchildren, and her beloved daughter-in-law Mollie C. Bickley Dunn.
Nelwyn requested that a section immediately behind the family be reserved for former students. She often said that her students were her other family.
A reception will be held immediately following the service in the Parish House of the church.
The family would like to thank the staff at Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care of Monroe, Nita Gandy, Tieise Ardito, and Temicka Williams for their devoted care. Also thanks to Father Whit Stodghill, and to Janice H. Robinson, a former student, loving care-giver, and friend.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 206 South Locust St., Bastrop, LA. 71220; St. Jude Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; the Salvation Army; or to a charity of your choice.
Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
Mulhearn Funeral Home
Sterlington Road
Monroe, LA
Nelwyn was born on August 18, 1924, in Alexandria, Louisiana, and died on April 21, 2017, at home in Monroe.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Elna and William Kelley; her brother, William M. Kelley; her husband, Fayette Bickley; her son, Louis Bickley; and her husband, James L. Norwood, III.
Nelwyn received her B.A. degree in history from Southwestern in Lafayette and a Master’s degree in English from Northeast Louisiana University (now ULM). She was a dedicated and loved teacher at Bastrop High School, River Oaks, and NLU. She was devoted to her work and her students, many who knew her as “Mrs. B.”
After retiring, she faithfully volunteered for over 22 years at Christian Community Ministries.
Traveling was one of her many interests. She often visited places in the states and abroad which had some connection with history or the authors whose work she taught, especially English poets.
Another interest was the theatre. For over thirty years she was a regular performer on the Little Theatre stage and consistently won awards for the roles she played. A favorite character she portrayed was “Miss Daisy.” Nelwyn also worked with several celebrity guest artists such as Mercedes McCambridge, Andy Divine, and Patrice Munsel during the spring productions of the NLU Concert Series.
Survivors include her daughter, Nelwyn (Kaye) Egan of Lake Winola, PA; grandchildren; Erin Egan and husband Bob Goldstein of Orting, WA.; Amy B. Latham and husband Scott of Monroe; Christopher Louis Bickley of West Monroe; step-children; Diane Norwood of Berkley, CA.; Leah Norwood of Villa Grande, CA.; J.L. Norwood, IV, of Minneapolis MN.; five nieces and nephews, eight great-grandchildren, and her beloved daughter-in-law Mollie C. Bickley Dunn.
Nelwyn requested that a section immediately behind the family be reserved for former students. She often said that her students were her other family.
A reception will be held immediately following the service in the Parish House of the church.
The family would like to thank the staff at Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care of Monroe, Nita Gandy, Tieise Ardito, and Temicka Williams for their devoted care. Also thanks to Father Whit Stodghill, and to Janice H. Robinson, a former student, loving care-giver, and friend.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 206 South Locust St., Bastrop, LA. 71220; St. Jude Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; the Salvation Army; or to a charity of your choice.
Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
Mulhearn Funeral Home
Sterlington Road
Monroe, LA
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