Gallop Funeral Services Inc.

Gallop Funeral Services Inc. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc., is an independent, full service, locally owned funeral home. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc.

and Capital Crematory offer families and friends a place to honor a life that has been lived. Our Outer Banks (OBX) funeral home responds to and understands the many needs of families in the community. Our commitment to excellence and personal attention sets us apart and enables us to meet and exceed all expectations. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc., holds the sacred trust of families in a difficult

time. Our staff handles all aspects of funeral arrangements from start to finish. A commitment to treating each family in a dignified and professional manner is our hallmark. Experience, respect, and flexibility set us apart. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to answer any questions you may have. It is our covenant to treat your family as we would treat our own. We are proud to provide the highest level of service to families without regard to race, nationality, religion, or economic status. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc., provides service to all of Dare and Currituck counties.

.Melissa Marie Duncan, 65, was called to her eternal home May 27, 2026 at the family’s Jarvisburg residence after bravel...
05/28/2026

.Melissa Marie Duncan, 65, was called to her eternal home May 27, 2026 at the family’s Jarvisburg residence after bravely battling chronic illness. Her every need was attended to by her devoted husband of 19 years, Kenneth Lee Duncan of the home.
Melissa was predeceased by her parents, Bernard and Sylvia Ransone and her eldest sibling, Marlene Evans. In addition to Kenneth, also surviving are Melissa’s three children Jennifer Dixon; James “Jamie” Midgett, and Justin Midgett- all of Grandy; her two step-daughters, Nicole of Texas and Heather of Spring Hope, North Carolina; her siblings, David of New Mexico, Naomi of Auburn, CA, Pattie of Hampton, VA, and Shirley also of Hampton, VA; her brother-in-law Edward Jack Duncan, Jr. of the home as well as numerous other relatives, neighbors, friends, and her regular customers.
Melissa was a loyal and popular employee with the To***co Barn store for many years as well as a bakery associate with Food Lion of Grandy. Kenneth is honoring Melissa’s preference for the simplicity of cremation with no memorial services planned. Please share expressions of love and support with Ken and the family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com .

The Norrell family of Colington is heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of Mrs. Candace Reeves Norrell today, May ...
05/26/2026

The Norrell family of Colington is heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of Mrs. Candace Reeves Norrell today, May 26, 2026 at the family home. Mrs. Norrell or "Candy" as she was best known by most was 82. Survivors include her devoted husband James "Sparky" Norrell, Jr. of the Colington home and their son, Joshua and his family as well as countless, relatives, in-laws, extended family members, friends, her church family, and her first responder family. Candy's full obituary and Jim's plans for Candy's memorial mass at Holy Redeemer Catholic church are pending at this time. Please share condolences with the Norrell family, check for mass details, and read the full obituary at www.gallopfuneralservices.com .

David Alan Brinkman, Sr. 79 passed away unexpectedly of natural causes Sunday May 24, 2026 in Norfolk, VA. The loving a...
05/26/2026

David Alan Brinkman, Sr. 79 passed away unexpectedly of natural causes Sunday May 24, 2026 in Norfolk, VA. The loving and devoted husband and father was a resident of Kill Devil Hills for several years. David's survivors include the love of his life, wife, Rosalyn "Lynn" Brinkman of the Kill Devil Hills home; two sons David Jr. of Las Vegas and Bradford of San Diego and their families as well as a host of other relatives, in-laws, extended family members, dear friends and neighbors, and his Nags Head church family. David's preference for cremation will be honored and the family has planned his celebration of life service for Saturday May 30, 2026 at 2 pm at Nags Head Church. At a future date, The family will hold a memorial service back home in Ohio where his remains will be laid to rest. Please share expressions of comfort with Lynn and the family and read the full obituary at www.gallopfuneralservices.com .

Joanne Mary Tompkins, age 69, of Nags Head, NC passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026 surrounded by family. She was born ...
05/21/2026

Joanne Mary Tompkins, age 69, of Nags Head, NC passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026 surrounded by family. She was born on August 12, 1956 in Darby, PA to Joan and Jack Gordon.

Joanne grew up in West Chester, PA and attended Henderson High School. From an early age, she was known for her compassion and adventurous spirit, approaching life in a way that was uniquely her own.She attended College of the Redwoods in Eureka, CA, where she earned her associate’s degree in nursing and graduated at the top of her class.

Joanne spent most of her career as a Director of Nursing, specializing in geriatric care facilities. Later in her career she moved to hospice nursing, wanting to get closer to the patients and care that led her to a career in nursing. She was known for her compassionate, authentic bedside manner, and for helping both her patients and their loved ones navigate deeply personal and sad life events.

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Joanne cared deeply for her family. She was creative and artistic, enjoyed entertaining, cooking for her family and friends, and had a special love for reading. Some of her happiest moments were spent traveling to the Florida Keys, singing and dancing at Jimmy Buffet concerts, and laughing and reminiscing with her family.

Those who knew her will remember her for her humor, strength, generosity, resilience, stubbornness, and warmth.

She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Richard Tompkins; daughters, Jody Saunders (Kyle), Kelly Crowley (Brian), and Sarah Boyland (Mike); son, Tony Bruno; grandchildren, Angela, Alyssa, Mike, Owen, Jack, and Jordon; sisters, Suzanne Killian (Jeff) and Jaqueline Moore; brother, Matt Gordon; brother-in-law, Warren Kaiser; sister-in-laws, Debbie Roninger and Amy Walker (Steve); mother-in-law Jaqueline Tompkins; and many nieces and nephews.

Joanne was preceded in death by her parents; Joan and Jack Gordon; son, Jack Lewis; sister, Kathleen Kaiser; and father-in-law, Richard A. Tompkins. Joanne will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her. Her family will carry her memory forward with love and gratitude and her influence will remain with those whose lives she touched.

The family’s plans for a memorial gathering are pending at this time. Please share expressions of sympathy with the family at gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements.

Today's death cafe discussing ways to protect travelers facing an international or domestic death away from from home wa...
05/21/2026

Today's death cafe discussing ways to protect travelers facing an international or domestic death away from from home was a great success! Several savvy local travelers shared lunch at Waveriders Coffee, Deli & Market . Guest speaker Matthew Hayes addressed questions about being prepared if you need to bring a loved one home from abroad if the unthinkable happens. Gallop Funeral Services now offers a lifetime, SINGLE paid $525.00 travel policy that covers body preparation (embalming or cremation), document preparation and permits, consulate coordination, death certificates, and airfare home from any country (not in a declared war with the United States) or state of death occurring more than 75 miles from home. Its an ideal basic product for anyone traveling with no travel insurance OR travelers whose trip insurance does not fully cover death care abroad. Without protection getting a deceased person home could cost several thousand dollars depending on distance and transportation options.

Sadly, the Crowe family of Avon announces the passing of their beloved Sheila Gaskins Crowe at the age of 74 years. She...
05/21/2026

Sadly, the Crowe family of Avon announces the passing of their beloved Sheila Gaskins Crowe at the age of 74 years. Sheila's survivors include her husband Ronald Crowe; her children, Ryan and Carrie; her step-daughter, Tina; and a host of other relatives, extended family members, friends, neighbors and her loving St. John church family. A celebration of Sheila’s life will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John United Methodist Church, with a reception to follow in the fellowship hall. Please read the full obituary, share condolences with Ron and the family, and check for finalized service arrangements at www.gallopfuneralservices.com .

Michael Edward Eckerd passed on May 17, 2026, in Chesapeake, Virginia, after a long decline from Parkinson’s disease. H...
05/20/2026

Michael Edward Eckerd passed on May 17, 2026, in Chesapeake, Virginia, after a long decline from Parkinson’s disease. His family was by his side. A humble man of humble beginnings, Michael E. Eckerd was born November 14, 1946 in a house in Duncannon, Pennsylvania, to Frank and Carolyn Eckerd. He graduated from Susquenita High School, and spent fifty years living in Marysville, PA, with his wife, Sally Ann Eckerd, raising his family.

Michael served in the United States Navy during the 1960s, as ship electrician stationed primarily in Europe and Norfolk, Virginia. After returning home, he spent his career as a train dispatcher, first for the Penn Central Railroad, then Conrail, and finally Norfolk Southern. Michael retired in 2006.

Michael was an active man throughout his life. He bowled, played tennis and golf, ran, cycled, hiked, and competed in triathlons. He was an avid Phillies fan, and loved tinkering with his convertibles, loves that he passed on to his sons, Tony and Adam.

He was a devoted father, teaching his sons to love all the sports he did and he never missed an event for his sons. Michael was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Sally Ann Eckerd in 2022 and his sister, Shirley in 2015. He is survived by his brothers Frank and Jeff, his son Tony and his wife Teresa, his grandson Zach, his wife Kailey and his great-granddaughter Lyla, his grandson Jack, and his son Adam and his wife Nicole.

A celebration of Mike’s life will be held 3-5pm on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Lindgren Craft Brewery, 5 N. Market Street, Duncannon, PA 17020. In honor of Michael, the family requests donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research at michaeljfox.org. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.

Carol Jean "CJ" Greene died of natural causes in Norfolk May 20, 2026. Born in Missouri, CJ went on to become a registe...
05/20/2026

Carol Jean "CJ" Greene died of natural causes in Norfolk May 20, 2026. Born in Missouri, CJ went on to become a registered nurse. Her skill, talent, bravery and patriotism led her to the jungles of Vietnam. CJ served her tour in the Vietnam war as a nurse anesthetist treating wounded and dying soldiers as they came off helicopters and into combat field hospitals. She retired from the Army honorably as a lieutenant colonel.

Though her health was challenged, CJ lived contentedly in the Outer Banks for the past several years in Kill Devil Hills. Her survivors include one daughter, Holly Halter of Richmond, VA; her close friend, Suzanne Neiderlander (Joseph) also of Kill Devil Hills; several other relatives; extended family members; and close friends.

As CJ directed; her memorial mass will be celebrated June 23, 2026 at 11 am with full military honors at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Kitty Hawk. Her cremated remains will then be laid to rest among her fellow servicemen and servicewomen at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider donating in CJ's honor to Tunnels to Towers, Operation Smile, or any worthy charity of your choice. Please read the full obituary and share expressions of comfort at www.gallopfuneralservices.com .

Marie Genevieve Webb, 87, passed away peacefully May 16, 2026 at her daughters home in Grandy, NC. She is survived by h...
05/17/2026

Marie Genevieve Webb, 87, passed away peacefully May 16, 2026 at her daughters home in Grandy, NC. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Broadbent (David) and numerous extended family members and friends.

Marie’s wishes will be honored and she will be laid to rest in Johnstown, PA. A full obituary and service information are pending. Hindman Funeral Homes in Johnstown, PA has been entrusted with arrangements. Gallop Funeral Services is assisting the family with local arrangements. Please leave a message of comfort at gallopfuneralservices.com.

Madelyn Witt Swain passed peacefully at her Nags Head home Monday May11, 2026 after a long battle with respiratory disea...
05/13/2026

Madelyn Witt Swain passed peacefully at her Nags Head home Monday May11, 2026 after a long battle with respiratory disease. Best known as "Lynne"- the wife, sister, artist, athlete, and business woman was 72. Lynne's survivors include her loving and devoted husband J. Howard Swain of the Nags Head residence; her two brothers Mike and Steve; her two award winning Border Collies Kiera and Sadie; as well as numerous other relatives, in-laws, and caring friends and neighbors. Howard is honoring Lynne's directives for cremation and his plans for a memorial gathering are pending at this time. Please read the full obituary and share expressions of concern and sympathy at www.gallopfuneralservices.com .

Desiree Marie Feyer, 43, passed away on May 10, 2026, in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Born on December 2, 1982, in ...
05/12/2026

Desiree Marie Feyer, 43, passed away on May 10, 2026, in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Born on December 2, 1982, in Noblesville, Indiana, Desiree lived a vibrant and adventurous life filled with love for her family, the ocean, and the beauty of nature.
A Celebration of Life service will be held Sunday, May 17th, 2026 at 3pm on the beach with beach access across from Black Pelican Seafood Company, 3848 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
The family will welcome visitors at the Avalon Pier on Saturday, May 16th, 2026 from 4-6:30pm. Please share expressions of sympathy with the family on-line and read the full obituary at www.gallopfuneralservices.com .

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