Nancy Kathryn Gilbert

Nancy Kathryn Sheppard Gilbert, at the age of 90, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, in Searcy, AR. Born on May 13,1934 to Thomas and Fern (Sales) Underwood, Nancy dedicated much of her life to her community and her faith. 

Nancy had many facets to her life, having served many years as a respected loan officer and Pastor’s wife. Her proudest title was that of wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. She was loved and respected by many. She was moved with compassion for her fellow man and prayed for all to find Jesus as their personal savior. With Nancy, it is more than just a saying but reality to say, “to know her was to love her.” 

Nancy was a beloved figure in her family, cherished by her husband, Philip Gilbert, and her children, Denise Robertson (Claude), Thomas Sheppard (Donna), Rebecca Brown (Tony), and Kathryn Thornhill (Grant), and stepson Tony Gilbert (Crystal), 11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Wayne Sheppard; her son, Kevin Sheppard; her father, Thomas Underwood; her mother, Fern Underwood; and her sisters, Jean Overstreet and Jackie Underwood. 

Nancy's life was marked by her unwavering kindness, her commitment to her community, and her profound faith. She will be remembered fondly by all who knew her and will be deeply missed.

Visitation will be held Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Searcy McEuen Funeral Home. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Life Fellowship, 3319 W Highway 36, Searcy, AR.  

Arrangements entrusted to Searcy McEuen Funeral Home.