- Sally Bancroft, 81, of Lansdale, died Monday, June 7, 2021. She was the beloved wife of Harry Bancroft, Jr., her husband of 63 years. Born November 24, 1939 in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Aksel and Sarah (McCaughey) Pedersen.
Mrs. Bancroft was employed with Lansdale Medical Group for many years. Later, she worked with her husband at their family business, Banco Enterprises, until retiring in 2006. Sally graduated from Lincoln High School, Philadelphia, where she was a founder of the school's sorority and was a longtime, dedicated member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Lansdale. She loved vacationing at the Pocono Mountains as well as the shore with her family and friends. Sally will also be remembered for hosting family holiday meals while wearing her famous apron.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Robert H. Bancroft (Terry) of Morgan Hill, CA, Thomas R. Bancroft (Mary Shortall) of Quakertown, David M. Bancroft (Rebecca) of Collegeville, and Sheri Lynn Swan (Keith) of Phoenix, AZ; and two grandchildren, Joshua Bancroft (Bianca) and Callan Swan. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Allen Pedersen and Richard Pedersen; and sister, Grace Adamescu.
Relatives and friends may call after 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 14, 2021 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1000 W. Main St., Lansdale, PA 19446 followed by the Memorial Service at 3:00 p.m. Interment will be private. Arrangements are by the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Sally's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, 399 Market St., #250, Philadelphia, PA 19106 or to Trinity Lutheran Church, address above.
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1939 - 2021 (81 år)
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