Ronald “Butch” K. Bancroft passed away on 31 October 2026 at the age of 80. A loving husband and father, he devoted his life to service—as a soldier, manager, and volunteer. He was a resident of Colorado Springs for 38 years.
Butch was born on 25 August 1946 in Dallas, Texas, to George H. Bancroft, Jr. and Dathon (Miles) Bancroft. He married Susan K. Bratton in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, on 22 November 1967.
Butch graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 1968. He proudly served in the United States Army for 21.5 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. His final job before retirement was with Compassion International, where he found fulfillment in his faith in God. He attended First Presbyterian Church. Butch loved to play golf and enjoyed visiting guest ranches, hiking, and traveling.
Butch was known for his sense of humor and kindness. His fellow soldiers could always count on him for help, and he extended that same spirit of service to his community, volunteering at the VA, Care and Share, Crossfire Ministries, and Silver Key.
He is survived by his loving wife, Susan; his children: Brian and Christine; and his grandson: Deven.
The memorial service will be held on Friday, 20 November, at 2 p.m. at the Shrine of Remembrance, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80910. Inurnment will be at the Shrine of Remembrance Columbarium. Following the memorial service, a reception will be held at the Colorado Springs Country Club, 3333 Templeton Gap Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907.
Memorials in Butch’s name may be made to the Limb Preservation Foundation, limbpreservation.org