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POWELLS POINT - Ruby Lee Stone GABBARD, 63, died May 20, 1986 in her home.  Mrs. GABBARD, a native of Lumberton, N.C., was a member of Powells Point Baptist Church.  Survivors include her husband, Harold F. GABBARD; a son, Stacy L. GABBARD of Powells Point; her mother, Bessie S. MIDGETT; two sisters: Sallie M. TEBO of Powells Point and Sandra COPPOCK of Virginia Beach; three brothers: Henry R. STONE of Powells Point, L.H. STONE, JR. of Norfolk and James L. STONE of Macon, Ga.; and 3 grandchildren.  The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in Powells Point Baptist Church by the Rev. H.A. HEMINGWAY.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.  The boy will be placed in the church at 1 p.m. by Twiford's Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City.  (The Virginian-Pilot - circa May 22, 1986)

Abel Clifton GALLUP

Alvin Rondell GALLOP, JR.

JARVISBURG - Alvin Rondell "AJ" GALLOP, JR., infant son of Alvin Rondell and Brandi Datson GALLOP, SR, died, Tuesday, June 28, 2005, in Norfolk, Va.  Besides his parents surviving are two sisters: Alli GALLOP and Imani Starr GALLOP, three brothers: Tyson DATSON, Royden GALLOP and Devyn VENNING; maternal grandmother, Casie RICHARDSON of Jarvisburg; maternal grandfather, Randy Dean DATSON of Princeton, WV and paternal grandmother, Cordelia “Pat” HARRIS of Camden.  A celebration of life will be in Twiford’s Colony Chapel, Friday, July 1, 2005, at 2:00 p.m. by the Rev. Steven KING.  Twiford’s Colony Chapel Manteo is assisting the family.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Friday, July 1, 2005)

Benjamin GALLOP
The Weekly Economist (Elizabeth City, NC) - Tuesday, November 26, 1878; pg. 3

Bernard Lee GALLOP

Bertie Montague GALLOP

Bettie D. Harrison GALLOP

Bradford Earl GALLOP

Bradford Earl GALLOP, 65, of the 4100 block of Race St., died Oct. 20, 1995, in his residence.  Mr. GALLOP was a member of the U.S. Coast Guard and served in it for 16 years. He was a native of Corolla, N.C., and the widower of Bobbie Jean GALLOP. Survivors include one daughter, Ruthie Mae GALLOP of Virginia Beach; one son, Bobby B. GALLOP of Portsmouth; one step-son, Timothy E. DUSTIN of Portsmouth; his mother, Ruth Henley TILLETT; one sister, Joyce GAUS of Virginia Beach; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his father, Bradford Brian GALLOP. The funeral was held Oct. 23, 1995, in Snellings Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Rev. Eugene JONES. Burial will be private.  (The Virginian-Pilot – October 24, 1995; pg. B4)

Callie Leigh GALLOP

POWELL'S POINT - Callie Leigh GALLOP, 69, died March 10, 2001. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Twiford's Colony Chapel in Elizabeth City.  (The Virginian-Pilot – March 12, 2001; pg. B9)

Christiana Harris GALLOP

HARBINGER - Christiana Harris "Chris" GALLOP, 81, died Sunday morning, Jan. 2, 2005, in Chesapeake General Hospital. She was born in Cove City, N.C., to the late John H. and Zula Daugherty HARRIS and was the wife of Julian C. GALLOP for 58 years. Mrs. GALLOP was a former cashier for Life and Casualty Insurance Company of Tennessee and a member of Temple Baptist Church, Raleigh. Besides her husband, Mrs. GALLOP is survived by a daughter, Kathy G. COOTE and husband Bob of Manteo; a son, Hiram C. GALLOP and wife Sonia C. of Harbinger; a sister-in-law, Rosetta "Dede" HARRIS of Independence, Ohio; five grandchildren, Shannon BEAMON of Greenville, Kimberly PARKS of Harbinger, Kim DUNLAP of Aviano, Italy, Karen DUNLAP of Oviedo, Fla., and Ted DUNLAP of Edgewater, Md.; five great-grandchildren, Kimani PARTIN, Amber CARAWAN, Benjamin CARROLL, Elizabeth CARROLL and Brittany Leigh KELLOGG; three nieces, Dorothy TURNAGE, Johnette LAWRENCE and Jean SNEAD. A funeral will be Thursday at 2 p.m. in Powells Point Christian Church by Pastor David COXSON and the Rev. Everett HARPER. Entombment will follow in the Gallop family cemetery, Harbinger.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, is assisting the family.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, January 4, 2005)

Clarence Dexter GALLOP

Clarence Ernest GALLOP

Clarence Ernest GALLOP "Buggy", 56, of 4027 59th Avenue, Seattle, Wash. died on Friday, Oct. 8, 2010 at The Veterans Hospital in Seattle, Washington. Funeral services for Mr. GALLOP will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010 at 1 p.m. at New Providence M. B. Church, Shawboro, with Elder Marcus ETHERIDGE officiating and delivering the eulogy. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at 303 Ivy Neck Road, Camden, the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edward WILSON.  Mr. GALLOP leaves to cherish his memories, his mother, Emma Gallop BANKS, of Portsmouth, Va., his father, Edward WILSON and step-mother, Eugene WILSON; seven sisters, four brothers, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Walson Funeral Home, 723 Parsonage Street is in charge of arrangements.  (Daily Advance - October 17, 2010)

Clinton Gromaze GALLOP
The Coastland Times - Tuesday, April 1, 1975; pg. 12

Clinton Gromaze GALLOP, JR.
The Coastland Times - Tuesday, June 20, 1989; pg. 3A

Edgar Merrell GALLOP

Edgar Merrell GALLOP,  83,  died suddenly Saturday night at 10:45 PM at his residence in Harbinger.  He was a native and life long resident of Currituck County and a retired farmer.  He was the son of the late Levy and  Martha Merrell GALLOP.  He was a member of Powells Point Christian Church.  He is survived by one daughter,  Marie Gallop STAMPER of Trenton, NJ;   four sons;  Eddie M.,  Russell L.,  Ernest GALLOP of Harbinger and Herman GALLOP of Newport News, VA.  He had eight grand children and one great grand child.  The body was removed to Twiford Funeral Home.  Funeral services will be conducted at 3:30 PM at the Powells Point Christian church by the Rev. Bill GARDNER.  Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.  (unknown Aug. 1953 newspaper)  [Obituary kindly submitted by George D. Waterfield.]

Edmund Dental GALLOP, SR.

Edmund Dental GALLOP, SR., 80, of 142 Gallop Lane, Harbinger, NC died Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at his home.  Born in Currituck County, NC, he was the son of the late Isaac Merrell and Virgie Moore GALLOP and was the husband of Paulette Freeman GALLOP.  Mr. GALLOP had been a member of Powells Point Christian Church, had been the caretaker for Narrows Island Hunting Club, and had also worked at the Pine Island Hunting and Fishing Club and Barrier Island Resort.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Edmund D. GALLOP, JR. and wife Amber SCOTT; two step-daughters, Annette WILLIAMS and husband Herbert and Earleen WILLIAMS; two grandchildren, Ryan and Hailey; four step-grandchildren, Krystal, Tracie, Misty and Margie; a brother, Purnell GALLOP and wife Cora; and a sister-in-law, Bertha GALLOP.  In addition to his parents, Mr. GALLOP was preceded in death by a daughter, Carol GALLOP; two sisters, Iona BEALS and Grace BELANGIA; and a brother, Norman Earl GALLOP.  In accordance with his wishes, there will be no memorial service at this time.  Twiford Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Gallop family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Erlene Sawyer GALLOP

On Aug. 18, 2007, Erlene Sawyer GALLOP peacefully departed this life in her home on Hermitage Point, Virginia Beach. Mrs. GALLOP was born Dec. 20, 1920, to Norris Baum SAWYER and Selma Harrison SAWYER in Powells Point, N.C. After high school, she entered East Carolina University, then East Carolina Teacher’s College (ECTC), where she graduated in 1941 with a major in English. She was a "born teacher." She loved to teach and touched many lives as she taught for several years in Elizabeth City, N.C., and then later for many years in the Virginia Beach school system from which she retired in 1982. She has positively influenced many through her passion and gift for teaching and some of her fondest memories were recalling students she had taught and keeping up with their life stories and successes. She was a leader in her community and loved her church, Bayside Christian. She was active in civic affairs and enjoyed working at the election polls in her Thoroughgood neighborhood. She loved her neighborhood of Thoroughgood and often spoke of her home on Hermitage Point, at which she resided since 1959, as a special and ideal neighborhood of close-knit friends who were also like family. She served as PTA president, served on many boards and committees at Bayside Christian Church, including chairman of the Official board, was a member of the Hermitage Garden Club and shared her husband’s love of boating as a member of the Great Bridge Cruising Club. She was a great cook, loved her family and loved to entertain. She shared a love for playing bridge as she was a member of numerous bridge clubs through the years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She will be sorely missed. She was predeceased by Ernest Wright GALLOP, her high school sweetheart and loving husband of 55 years; one brother, Milburn SAWYER; and a sister, Hilda Gallop EVANS. She leaves to cherish her memory her beloved daughter, Jane Gallop NEWBERN and her husband John Melvin NEWBERN; two grandchildren whom she adored, John Norris NEWBERN and Krystal Jane NEWBERN, all of whom reside in Chesapeake; a special sister, Pearl Sawyer PRITCHARD; and a host of nieces and nephews. A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Bayside Christian Church, 2224 Greenwell Road, Virginia Beach, by her nephew, retired U.S. Air Force Chaplain Walter Lee GALLOP and the Rev. Dr. Jim CHRISTOPHER. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, and at other times in her home on Hermitage Point in Virginia Beach.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, August 21, 2007)

Ernest GALLOP

HARBINGER - Ernest GALLOP, 90, of the 100 block of Church Road, died Jan. 19, 2001. A funeral will be at 3 p.m. today in Powells Point Christian Church. Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City, is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot - January 21, 2001; pg. 8B)  [Obituary kindly submitted by George D. Waterfield.]

Ernest Wright GALLOP

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. - On April 29, 1999, Ernest Wright GALLOP peacefully departed this life in his home on Hermitage Point, Virginia Beach.  Mr. GALLOP was born on August 30, 1918, to Lydia POYNER and John Calvin GALLOP, II  in Poplar Branch, N.C.  After high school he entered refrigeration and air conditioning training in Atlanta, Georgia, and remained there for four years.  He then returned to Norfolk, Virginia, to join the staff of Colonial Stores, Inc.  Here he remained as manager of construction, installation, and maintenance for the Eastern Division until his retirement in 1982.  A U.S. Navy veteran serving in World War II, Mr. GALLOP was active in civic affairs.  He was a past president of the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society and past commodore  of the Great Bridge Cruising Club.  He was a member of Bayside Christian Church for 40 years, where he served on many boards including chairman of the Board of Trustees, chairman of the Board of Deacons, and a deacon emeritus of the church.  He was a life member of Bayside Lions Club, where he had been a member for 40 years;  a recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellow Award, and served for the past eight years as chairman of the hearing and speech committee.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and a friend to many.  He will be sorely missed.  He was predeceased by two brothers and four sisters.  He leaves to cherish his memory his high school sweetheart, Erlene SAWYER, who became his wife 55 years ago; his beloved daughter Jane Gallop NEWBERN and her husband John Melvin NEWBERN; two grandchildren whom he adored, John Norris NEWBERN and Krystal Jane NEWBERN, all of whom reside in Chesapeake; a brother John Calvin GALLOP, III of Norfolk,; a special sister and brother-in-law Pearl and Gardner PRITCHARD of Elizabeth City, N.C.; and a host of nieces and nephews.  A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at Bayside Christian Church, 2224 Greenwell Road, Virginia Beach, by the Rev. Dr. Chris XENAKIS, pastor of the church.  Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 today at Hollman Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, and at other times at 4144 Hermitage Point, Virginia Beach.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Bayside Christian Church Memorial fund or to the American Cancer Society.  (The Virginian Pilot - c. May 1, 1999) [Obituary kindly submitted by Denny Denslow]

Ethan Michael GALLOP

Ethan Michael GALLOP, 17, of 7318 Caratoke Highway, Jarvisburg, died at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Norfolk, Va., Saturday June 16, 2007. A funeral service will be held at Currituck County High School, Barco, Friday at 1:30 p.m. with Elder T.J. ETHERIDGE officiating and the Rev. James McCOY as the eulogist. Burial will be in Pleasant Branch Baptist Church Cemetery, Powells Point. A viewing will be held at the funeral home Thursday from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. The family will receive friends at the home of the deceased. Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements. Ethan is survived by his parents, Michael L. GALLOP of Elizabeth City and Tiffany M. RIDDICK of Jarvisburg. Other survivors include his maternal grandparents, Cordelia RIDDICK and John RIDDICK of Powells Point; his great-grandfather, Walter Rosh RIDDICK of Powells Point; his paternal grandparents, Odessa GLISSON of Jarvisburg and Robert GALLOP, JR. of Jarvisburg; and his great-grandmother, Ruth Gallop of Jarvisburg.  (The Daily Advance - Wednesday, June 20, 2007)

Evelyn Crocker GALLOP

IN HARBINGER - Mrs. Evelyn Crocker GALLOP, 74, died Wednesday at 12:45 p.m. in Albemarle Hospital.  A funeral was conducted Friday at 2 p.m. in Powells Point Christian Church.  Burial was in the church cemetery with Twiford's Memorial Chapel in charge.  Mrs. GALLOP was a native of Norfolk, Va. and lived in Harbinger.  She was a member of Powells Point Christian Church.  She was the daughter of the late Rufus W. and Mrs. Annie Lee McClellan CROCKER and wife of the late Calvin Root GALLOP.  Surviving are a son, Bernard Lee GALLOP of Harbinger; a brother, John W. CROCKER of Norfolk; and 3 grandchildren.  (The Southern Post - June 9, 1982; pg. 9)

Flora Bell Montague GALLOP
The Coastland Times - Friday, Feb. 28, 1958; pg. 8

Glenna Midgett GALLOP

MANTEO - Glenna Midgett GALLOP, 70, of Manteo, died March 4 in a Nags Head Nursing Home.  Mrs. GALLOP, a native of Manteo, was the daughter of the late Ulysses "Lish" and Mrs. Evelyn Berry MIDGETT and the widow of Mike GALLOP.  She was a  homemaker and a member of the Manteo Baptist Church.  Mrs. GALLOP is survived by two sisters: Hilda M. FRANCIS & Eileen SEARS, both of Manteo.  A Chapel service will be conducted on March 6 in Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo, with burial to follow in the Manteo Cemetery.  (The Coastland Times - March 6, 1994)

Gregory Leland GALLOP

Gregory GALLOP, 15-month old son of Lt. and Mrs. H.S. GALLOP, JR., died in Texas Monday.  Funeral services will be conducted in National Cemetery at Hampton, Virginia on Wednesday.  In addition to his parents, the baby is survived by his grandmother, Mrs. Cora GALLOP of Hampton, and great-grandmother, Mrs. Ida SANDERLIN of Elizabeth City.  (Unknown Feb. 1960 newspaper submitted by Ben Bateman)  NOTE:  According to the National Cemetery records, Gregory Leland Gallop was born Nov. 26, 1958 and died Feb. 15, 1960.  He was buried on Feb, 17, 1960.)

Harold Marcellus GALLOP

 Herbert Dorland GALLOP

HARBINGER - Herbert Dorland GALLOP, 90, of 112 Herbert Gallop Lane, Harbinger, NC died Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at Albemarle Hospital. Born in Currituck County, NC, he was the son of the late Isaac “Ike” GALLOP and the late Bertie Montague GALLOP. Mr. GALLOP was retired from the Virginian Pilot where he had worked as a typesetter. He had belonged to the International Typographical Union since 1950 and also to the Communication Workers of America. Mr. GALLOP was a veteran of World War II, having served in the United States Coast Guard as a Chief Boatswain’s Mate. He was a member of Powells Point Christian Church where he was a trustee for many years.   Mr. GALLOP is survived by a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seven sisters and three brothers. He was the last surviving child of Isaac and Bertie GALLOP.   A graveside funeral service will be held on Monday, May 10, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at the Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery with Pastor David COXSON officiating. The family will receive friends from noon until 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church and following the service in the fellowship hall. Memorial donations may be made to Powells Point Christian Church, 197 Church Road, Harbinger, NC 27941. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Gallop family.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, May 11, 2010)

Hiram Carr GALLOP

HARBINGER - Hiram Carr GALLOP, 64, passed away peacefully at home, Thursday Sept. 29, 2011. Hiram was born in New Bern, on July 12, 1947. He served in the US Coast Guard and was a lifelong musician. He was preceded in death by his mother Christiana Harris GALLOP. Hiram leaves behind his wife of 25 years, Sonia GALLOP; his father, Julian C, GALLOP and wife, Joann; his sisters, Kathy GALLOP and Iris CLARK; sons, Shannon BEAMON (Laylah) and Thomas DUNLAP (Meryle); daughters, Kim DUNLAP-PARTIN (Jerry) and Karen DUNLAP; niece, Kim PARKS (Brian); and six grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Sunday Oct. 9 at Powells Point Christian Church in Harbinger.   Gallop Funeral services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.  (The Daily Advance - Friday, September 30, 2011)

Rev. Hodges GALLOP
The Wilmington Morning Star - Sunday, March 11, 1877; pg. 4 [see his tombstone]

Hodges M. GALLOP
Tar Heel - Friday, May 9, 1902; pg. 8	The Weekly Economist – Friday, May 9, 1902; pg. 1

Isaac M. GALLOP, JR.

IN HARBINGER - Isaac (Ike) M. GALLOP, JR., 82, a life long resident of Harbinger, died August 25th at 5:55 p.m. in the Albemarle Hospital after being in declining health for some time.  Graveside services were held August 28th at 3:00 p.m. in the Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery in Harbinger by Mr. Cecil STYONS.  Mr. GALLOP was a retired fisherman and a member of the Powells Point Christian Church.  He was the son of the late Ike and Mrs. Bertie Montague GALLOP, SR. and the husband of the late Vergie Moore GALLOP.  Mr. GALLOP is survived by two daughters: Mrs. Grace BELANGIA and Mrs. Iona BEALS, both of Harbinger; three sons: Normal Earl GALLOP and Edmond D. GALLOP of Harbinger, and Rev. Pursell D. GALLOP of Columbia; five sisters: Mrs. Edith PARKER of Mamie, Mrs. Pranzie LEWARK, Mrs. Bertie HARRIS, Mrs. Sybil BRICKHOUSE and Mrs. Dorothy OUTLAND, all of Harbinger; two brothers: Ralph GALLOP, SR. of Harbinger and Herbert GALLOP of Norfolk, Va.; 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.  (The Southern Post - August 31, 1983; pg. 10)

Iva May Lord GALLOP

Jane (Owens) GALLOP

John Calvin GALLOP, III
[clipping submitted by Ben Bateman]

John Robert GALLOP

John Robert GALLOP, 77, formerly of Harbinger, died Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009 at Britthaven Outer Banks. Mr. GALLOP was the son of the late Clinton G. GALLOP and Mamie Fentress GALLOP. He worked on an egg farm, served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Powell's Point Christian Church. He is survived by two sisters, Marion ETHERIDGE and Rose Marie PAYNE of Powells Point; a brother-in-law, Donald Wayne MATHEWS of Powell's Point; a nephew, Gary Wayne MATHEWS of Windsor. He was predeceased by three sisters; Norma J. SOREY, Joan Fay MATHEWS, and Barbara Ann ARBICH; and one brother Clinton GALLOP JR. A graveside funeral service will be Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009 at 11 a.m, at the Gallop Family Cemetery with the Rev. David COXSON officiating. The William Clarence Jackson VFW Post # 6060 will render military honors. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements.  (The Daily Advance – Tuesday, December 15, 2009)

Julian Carr GALLOP

HARBINGER - Julian Carr GALLOP, 92, of Harbinger, NC died peacefully at his home in the early morning hours of Monday, Sept. 19, 2016. Julian was born on Feb. 26, 1924 in Currituck County to the late Hiram GALLOP and Molly SHANNON.  He grew up in Manteo, NC where he learned the work ethic and value of family that would define the man he became. His stories of his childhood included not only his adventures  in and around Roanoke Island and Manns Harbor but also his family that he loved so dearly.  He was one of 14 children.  World War II took him to the other side of the world while serving his country in the United States Coast Guard.  After the war he found employment as an Insurance Salesman and a lifelong career was established.  His achievements, awards, recognitions and successes were considerable and set him apart in the industry.  It was Julian’s family that was the source of his greatest pride. His father died when he was just barely a teenager and he stepped into a role of caretaker for his Moma and baby sisters. It was a role where his care, concern and compassion was clearly evident.   In addition to his parents, Julian was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Christiana HARRIS, a son, Hiram, brothers, Hiriam, Herrel, Lincoln and Selton and sisters, Margaret and Lillian.   Among those left to cherish his memory are his wife JoAnn, daughter Kathy, granddaughter Kimberly (Brian), grandson Shannon, sisters Mildred WEST, Lucinda BAUM, Lucille SYKES (Howard), Ruth CREEF, Myrtle STEVENS (Keith), Elizabeth COX and Mollie ROYALS.  His extended family includes a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and a blended family with children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and countless friends. He was a member of Powells Point Christian Church in Harbinger, NC. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday, Sept. 24 at 1 p.m. The funeral will follow at 2 p.m.  Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.  (Gallop Funeral Home)

Lila Mae Miller GALLOP

IN MOYOCK - Mrs. Lila Mae Miller GALLOP, 69, died in Chesapeake General Hospital Thursday following a long illness. Graveside services were held Sunday in the Austin Cemetery in Kitty Hawk by the Rev. Don STATON of Virginia Beach. Twiford's Memorial Chapel was in charge of arrangements. Mrs. GALLOP was a native of Kitty Hawk and the daughter of the late Edward B. and Mrs. Girthney Perry MILLER. She was the wife of the late Paul E. GALLOP. Surviving are three daughters: Mrs. A.J. (Paula) WHITLOW of Moyock, Mrs. Sandra WOTRING of Great Bridge and Mrs. Gertie MYERS of Moyock; one sister, Mrs. Pearl MILLER of Virginia Beach; 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.  (The Southern Post - August 25, 1982; pg. 11)

Lillian Inez GALLOP

NEW YORK - Lillian Inez GALLOP, 69, died Jan. 2, 2004. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Pleasant Branch Baptist Church, Powell's Point, N.C. Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Friday, January 9, 2004)

Maggie V. GALLOP

POWELLS POINT - Maggie V. GALLOP, 71, of Snows Lane, Powells Point, N.C., died at Albemarle Hospital Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004.  A funeral service will be held at Pleasant Branch Baptist Church Sunday at 1 p.m. with the rev. James McCOY officiating and Minister Aleus LEE as the eulogist.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.  A viewing will be held at Stallings Funeral Home in Elizabeth City Saturday from 4-8.  Stallings Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  A native of Powells Point, Mrs. GALLOP was the widow of Joseph Grover GALLOP, JR. and the daughter of the late Samuel and Mabel White SIMPSON.  Survivors include six daughters: Bertie V. SEYMORE, Carrie C. BURTON and Lena A. GALLOP, all of Powells Point, Mary E. BAXTER and Juney G. STOKLEY, both of Elizabeth City, and Josie G. HARRIS of Suffolk, Va.; a foster daughter, Shaquita JONES of the home; two sons: Joseph SIMPSON and Samuel GALLOP, both of Elizabeth City; six sisters: Sarah S. FEREBEE  and Mable McLANE, both of Powells Point, Ruth CHATMAN of Moyock, Alice DAVIS of Norfiolk, Va., Ella J. BRAY of New York, NY, and Neva FEREBEE of Bronx, NY; a brother, Jessie SIMPSON of Powells Point; 14 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.  (Daily Advance - Friday, November 19, 2004)

Margaret Harrison GALLOP

Marion GALLOP
The Daily Advance [Elizabeth City, NC] - Saturday, December 6, 1919; pg. 1

Marshall Parks GALLOP

Mary Forbes GALLOP

HARBINGER - Mary Forbes GALLOP, 95, of Church Road, died Thursday August 13, in the Village Care Nursing Home in King, NC. She was born in Currituck County, NC daughter of the late Daniel S. and Lovie Brice FORBES and was the widow of Ernest GALLOP. Mrs. GALLOP was a lifetime member of the Powells Point Christian Church in Harbinger and served as the Harbinger Postmaster for 30 years.  She is survived by two sons: Leroy F. BANKS and wife Franny of Plano, TX, Aubrey M. BANKS and wife Anne of Winston Salem, NC; one sister Launa OWENS of Harbinger, NC; six grandchildren: Gary BANKS and wife Susie of Tampa, FL, Karen VAUGHAN and husband Todd of Clearwater, FL, Debbie VICTOR and husband Paul of King, NC, Paul BANKS and wife Karen of Youngsville, NC, Daniel BANKS of Fairfax, VA, Jason BANKS and wife Laurel of Advance, NC, thirteen great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday August 19, 2009 at 11:00 AM in the Powells Point Christian Church in Harbinger, NC by Lamar TILLMAN and David COXSON. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at the residence, 187 Church Road in Harbinger, NC.  Twiford Funeral Home, Memorial Chapel 405 East Church St. in Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the family.  (The Coastland Times - Sunday August, 16, 2009; pg. 8A)

Noah Pelton GALLOP, SR.

NORFOLK - Noah Pelton GALLOP, SR. of Norfolk went home to be with the Lord Sept. 28, 2004. He was born March 3, 1913, in Mamie, N.C., to the late Hathaway and Polly GALLOP. He retired in 1973 after 30 years of service from Norfolk Naval Air Station as a mechanic. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Noah is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ann Brown GALLOP; three daughters, Arnett GALLOP, Grisell GALLOP and Naomi GALLOP; a son, Noah P. GALLOP, JR.; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was also predeceased in death by his daughter, Lillie Coles GALLOP. The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Second Calvary Baptist Church by the Rev. Geoffrey GUNS. The burial will be at Pleasant Branch Church Cemetery, Currituck, N.C. Viewing will be held Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. at Riddick Funeral Service.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Saturday, October 2, 2004)

Norman Earl GALLOP

ELIZABETH CITY - Norman Earl GALLOP, 72, of Harbor's Edge Retirement Center and formerly of Harbinger, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, in the Albemarle Hospital.  A native of Washington County, he was a son of the late Isaac M. and Virgie Moore GALLOP.  He was a retired commercial fisherman and a member of Powells Point Christian Church.  Surviving are four daughters: Charlene ROSE of Red Oak, Wanda WILLIAMS and Carol JONES, both of Rocky Mount, and Tammy STORY of Hertford; two sons: Richard Earl GALLOP of Walnut Cove and Raymond Keith GALLOP of Rocky Mount; two sisters: Grace BELANGIA and Iona BEALS, both of Harbinger; two brothers: Pernell GALLOP of Columbia and Edmond GALLOP of Harbinger; 16 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  A graveside service was held Thursday, Dec. 23 in  Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery by Minister Cecil STYONS.  Twiford's Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City handled arrangements.  (Outer Banks Sentinel - Thursday, December 30, 1999; pg. 3A)

Olive Lueray GALLOP

Olive Lueray GALLOP, a retired Norfolk Public Schools employee, died Nov. 9, 1993, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.  She was a native of Harbinger, N.C., and the daughter of the late James Hathaway and Pollyann Thomas GALLOP. She retired after 21 years of service with the Norfolk Public School system and was a member of Pleasant Branch Baptist Church, Powell's Point, N.C. At an early age, Mrs. GALLOP served on the Missionary Board at her church.  She was also affiliated with the Usher Board at Antioch Baptist Church in Norfolk.  She is survived by her husband, Raymond GALLOP; two brothers, William C. GALLOP and Noah P. GALLOP; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.  A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Pleasant Branch Baptist Church and will be conducted by the Rev. Charlie PATTERSON. Burial will be in the Pleasant Branch Baptist Church Cemetery. Viewing will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday at Riddick Funeral Service.  (The Virginian-Pilot – November 11, 1993; pg. D2)

Peter G. [Gamil] GALLOP
(Unknown newspaper - December 1951) - Kindly submitted by George Waterfield

Ralph Lee GALLOP

HARBINGER - Ralph Lee “Dink” GALLOP 84 years old, died at his home in Harbinger on April 13, 2009 after a courageous 4 year fight against cancer. He was the youngest of 11 children born on March 21,1925 to the late Isaac Merrill and Bertie Montague GALLOP. He was a World War II veteran having served in the Coast Guard Reserves and attended the Jarvisburg Church of Christ.  Dink is survived by his wife of 58 years Vera Seymour GALLOP of the home, daughters Sherry G. ROLLASON (Bobby) of Kill Devil Hills and Kathy G. WEST (Bruce) of Chesapeake, VA, sons Ralph Lee GALLOP, JR. (Brenda) of Harbinger and Marvin Lee GALLOP of the home, 6 grandchildren, Robert ROLLASON (Susan) and Richard ROLLASON (Sarah) of Kill Devil Hills, Brad GALLOP (Jessica) of Hertford, Drew GALLOP of Harbinger, Becky and Kristen WEST of Sarasota, Florida, 6 great-grandchildren Benjamin, Charlotte and James Robert ROLLASON, Morgan, Aspen and Parker GALLOP, and a brother Herbert GALLOP of Harbinger.  Dink was a retired pilot boat captain and commercial fisherman. He was a man with many talents learned the hard way for he had no formal schooling having quit school after 5th grade when he decided he could learn more living off the land than sitting in a classroom. He worked hard at several different trades to earn a living and was very frugal all his life.  The family will receive visitors at the home 219 Halls Harbor Road, Harbinger. Graveside services will be held Thursday morning, April 16, 2009 at 11:00 am at the Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery in Harbinger by Pastor Dennis CREHAN of the Jarvisburg Church of Christ assisted by Tom HUNT. Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Gallop family.  (The Coastland Times - Thursday, April 16, 2009; pg. 8A)

Raymond GALLOP

Raymond GALLOP, 86, a retired rigger, died Friday, Dec. 2, 1994, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.  Mr. GALLOP was a native of Harbinger, N.C., and the son of the late Luke and Della Case GALLOP. He was preceded in death a little over a year ago by his devoted wife, Olive Lueray GALLOP. He was retired from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and was a member of Pleasant Branch Baptist Church, Powells Point, N.C.  Survivors include two sisters, Lula G. DAY and Almetta G. PLEDGER, and a brother, Nathan GALLOP of Norfolk.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in Pleasant Branch Baptist Church, Powells Point, N.C., by the Rev. Charlie PATTERSON. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Viewing will be Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. at Riddick Funeral Service.  (The Virginian-Pilot – December 7, 1994; pg. B4)

Raymond Rudolph GALLOP

NORFOLK - Raymond Rudolph "Ruddy" GALLOP, departed this life Oct. 24, 1993, in Sentara Leigh Hospital.  A native of Currituck County, N.C., he was born on June 20, 1927, to the late Wilson and Alice Jones GALLOP.  At an early age, he was baptized at Christian Advocate Missionary Baptist Church. He remained a member until he moved to Norfolk in 1945.  Mr. GALLOP was a retired merchant seaman and a member of the National Maritime Union for 40 years.  Survivors include a devoted daughter, Mrs. Sharon EVANS of Virginia Beach; two sons, Kenneth DAVIS of Norfolk and Harold DAVIS of Virginia Beach; a sister, Mrs. Alice BEMBRY of Philadelphia; seven step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one son-in-law; two daughters-in-law; five nieces; five nephews; and many other relatives and friends.  The funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday in New Calvary Baptist Church by the Rev. G.G. Campbell. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Cemetery. Graves Funeral Home is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – October 28, 1993; pg. D2)

Sadie Baxter GALLOP

Sarah Jane Wilkins GALLOP

Suella Louise GALLOP

Suella Louise GALLOP was born May 28, 1945 to the late Mars Hill and Suella O'Neal GALLOP in Mamie. Suella was the youngest of seven children. On Monday, June 14, 2010, life's journey came to an end for Suella when God sent His Angels to take her to her eternal resting place. Suella joined Pleasant Branch Baptist Church at an early age, where she remained a faithful member. Her love for God and her church was exemplified by attending as often as possible and financially supported the growth of the church throughout her lifetime. Suella graduated from Currituck Union School in 1963. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from North Carolina A & T State University in Greensboro, and continued to be an avid "Aggie Fan" by attending Homecoming as often as possible. Suella started her Social Work career working for the City of New York in 1968. She began working with the agency that was then known as The Bureau of Child Welfare (BCW). When she retired 32 years later, that same agency was known as The Administration for Children's Services. Suella loved her Union, she was a long time activist and delegate. She was Chapter Chair of the SSEU Local 371 BCW Chapter until she retired. Her love for her Union and the families and children she served led her to testify on their behalf in Washington, DC on two occasions before Congressional Committees on Child Welfare. Suella was an active member of the Coalition of Black Trade Unionist, Coalition of Labor Union Women, and a former member of the Association of Black Social Workers. Suella leaves to cherish her love and memories, one brother, Robert M. (Alice) GALLOP of Elizabeth City; nieces, Evangelist Gwen (Evangelist Kenn) NEWTON, Dr. Ceceil (Theophiles Gray) GALLOP, of Hampton, Va., Tammy (Minister Ted) SHARP, Robin (Keith) BALLARD of Elizabeth City; nephews, Barry BRIGHT of Portsmouth, Va. and Robert (Bessie) GALLOP, JR. of Elizabeth City; great-niece, Kimberly GALLOP of Durham; three great-nephews; Terrell SHARP, Rashaun GALLOP and Kaden BALLARD; Aunt Louise was a surrogate mother to all her nieces and nephews. Special friends, Ms. Kathryn HARPER, Ms. Helen WILSON, Mrs. Yvonne "Sis" JONES, Ms. Tena MOYE and Mr. Charles ENSLEY; and a host of other relatives and friends. A Celebration of her life will be held, Saturday, June 19, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Pleasant Branch Baptist Church in Powells Point, with Rev. James McCOY officiating. The family will leave the home of Robert M. GALLOP, 712 Glade Rd., Elizabeth City at 11:30 a.m. Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements.  (The Daily Advance - Friday, June 18, 2010)

Vera Seymour GALLOP

William Clinton GALLOP

NORFOLK - William Clinton GALLOP, of St. Julian Ave., a World War II veteran and retired longshoreman, passed peacefully in his sleep on July 27, 2004, in his home. Mr. GALLOP, a native of Currituck County, N.C., retired from Steamship Trade Association, Baltimore, Md. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church while living in Baltimore. Survivors include a brother, Noah GALLOP (Mary Ann); an adopted daughter, Rosa L. COUTHER (Oliver); two adopted granddaughters, Jacqueline AKERS and Ebonie COUTHER; a very special niece, Arnette GALLOP; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends including a special friend, Janie WIGGINS, all of Norfolk. A graveside service will be conducted at noon Monday in Jones Memorial Park with Graves Funeral Home in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Saturday, July 31, 2004)

William Isaac GALLOP

William Paul GALLOP

William Paul GALLOP, 76, died Nov. 25, 1991, in a hospital.  Mr. GALLOP was born in Harbinger, N.C., and had retired from the Navy.  He is survived by nieces and nephews.  The funeral was held Nov. 27 in Woodstock, Va. Donaldson Funeral Home, Laurel, Md., handled arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – December 4, 1991; pg. D5)

Willis Hodges GALLOP

Eva Rogers GARD

NORFOLK, VA. - Eva Rogers GARD, 96, left this earth to be with her lord Thursday, the fifth day of September, 1996.  She was the widow of the late Jessie T. GARD and the daughter of the late James B. ROGERS and Amy R. WRIGHT. She was born in Duck, N.C. in April 1900 and was preceded in death by her only son, Jesse Colon GARD, and her 2 sisters, Ellen R. SCARBOROUGH and Pearl W. GARD.  She was a member of the Little Creek Congregational Methodist Church.  Survivors include her great niece, Pat BRAY and her husband James, and their 2 children, Amy and Sara; her great-nephews, Michael L. NASH and his 2 children, Eva and Charlie; nieces and nephews, James SCARBOROUGH of Corolla, Ray SCARBOROUGH of Duck, Blanche UTZ of Duck, Melba PERRY of Kitty Hawk, Marleen WARD of Manns Harbor and a host of great nieces, nephews and cousins; and her lifelong friend and companion of recent years, Esther B. RUSSELL.  A funeral service will be conducted at Duck United Methodist Church Sept. 8, 1996 by the Rev. David CLIFT.  Burial will follow in the Austin Cemetery in Kitty hawk, N.C.  Twiford Funeral Home in Great Bridge is handling arrangements.  (The Coastland Times – September 8, 1996)

Donnie Samuel GARDNER

Mildred Arnold Payne GARDNER

Mildred Arnold Payne GARDNER, 94, of 132 East Ridge Road, Moyock, NC died Saturday, December 4, 2010 at her home.  Born in Currituck County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Harriett Sawyer ARNOLD and was preceded in death by husbands Joe PAYNE and Claude GARDNER.  She was a member of Providence Baptist Church and had retired from Norshipco.  Mrs. GARDNER is survived by her daughter Dot VOLIVA and son Vincent PAYNE both of Sligo, NC, three grandchildren Joe PAYNE and wife Berry, Tony VOLIVA and wife Donna, Mike VOLIVA and wife Lena, eight great-grandchildren, special friends Joan WEST and Barbara HUDSON.  She was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law Clara Mae, a son-in-law Jimmy VOLIVA, a twin sister Inez HUGG and five brothers, Herman, Everett, Bert, Earl and Percy ARNOLD; two grandchildren, Jim VOLIVA and Charles PAYNE.  A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Providence Baptist Church with Rev. Charles STEVENS and Rev. Charles WELLONS officiating.  Burial will be in the Payne Family Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 7:00 until 8:30.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the GARDNER family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Alan Richard GARLAND

KNOTTS ISLAND - Alan Richard GARLAND, 58, died Jan. 16, 2005, at his residence. Mr. GARLAND was the son of Shirley Eileen Fishlock GARLAND and the late Capt. Nelson F. GARLAND. Survivors include his wife, Kathleen Sprague GARLAND of the home; his mother, Shirley; a son, Lucas Alan GARLAND of Knotts Island; a sister, Carol Loraine GARLAND of Vermont; brothers, Bruce Franklin GARLAND of Texas and Phillip Neil GARLAND of Vermont; and granddaughter, Isabel Salena SMITH of New Jersey. The family will receive friends at the residence Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Memorial services will be private.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, January 20, 2005)

Margaret Virginia Wilkins GARRENTON  [see also Garrington]

Margaret Virginia Wilkins GARRENTON, age 90, of 165 South Waterlily Road, Coinjock, NC died Monday, June 8, 2020 at her niece’s residence. She was born May 12, 1930 in Norfolk, VA to the late Joseph Daniel WILKINS and Neva Swain WILKINS and was the widow of William Thurlo GARRENTON. She was a homemaker and a member of Coinjock Baptist Church.  She is survived by two grandsons; and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, William “Billy” GARRENTON; and two sisters, Jeannine MERRELL and Susie WILKINS.  The family thanks Albemarle Home Care and Hospice for their care and support of Margaret.  A graveside funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2020 at Lindsey Cemetery in Barco, NC with the Rev. Dr. Walter BLACK officiating.  Twiford Funeral Home, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the Garrenton family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Ruby Anita Parker GARRENTON

Ruby Anita Parker GARRENTON, 83, of 127 Garrenton Road, Jarvisburg, NC, died Thursday, March 11, 2010 in Albemarle Hospital. Born in Currituck, NC, she was the daughter of the late John Benjamin and Nancy Virginia Voliva PARKER and was the wife of the late Pierce G. GARRENTON. She was a member of Jarvisburg Church of Christ where she was the oldest original member.   Mrs. GARRENTON is survived by her sons, Wayne GARRENTON and wife Rebecca and John GARRENTON; grandchildren, Paul GARRENTON and wife Leighanne and David GARRENTON; and great-granddaughter, Hayley GARRENTON, all of Jarvisburg, NC. Other survivors include sisters, Gladys MIDGETT, Betty LEWIS and Sandra PARKER of Point Harbor, NC and Peggy NEWBERN and Mary PARKER of Powells Point, NC. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Lynn Annette GARRENTON.   A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Jarvisburg Church of Christ with Minister Dennis CREHAN officiating. The family will receive friends at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne GARRENTON, 633 Grandy Road, Jarvisburg, NC. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Garrenton family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Addie Roach GARRETT

CHESAPEAKE - Addie Roach GARRETT, 88, went to be with the Lord Jan. 19, 2004, in Chesapeake. Born in Currituck County, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Virginia McPherson ROACH and was the widow of Francis Carl GARRETT. Addie was retired from the U.S. Postal Service after more than 30 years of service. She also attended Great Bridge Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Martha G. EISNAUGLE and Frances CROCKER and husband Cecil, all of Chesapeake; four grandchildren, Loren EISNAUGLE, JR., Dawn BAKER, Mary CROCKER and Carol CROCKER; and two great-grandchildren, R.J. BAKER and Ashley BAKER. The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, Great Bridge Chapel, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake by the Rev. Charles L. MOSELEY. Interment will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends today from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Wednesday, January 21, 2004)

Amelia GARRETT
Fisherman & Farmer [Edenton, NC] - Friday, May 25, 1900; pg. 3

Estelle Lane GARRETT

Estelle Lane GARRETT, born February 9, 1917, passed away in the Chesapeake General Hospital Sunday, March 4, 2012 after a short illness.   She was the daughter of the late Walter Henry LANE and Annie Bertie GOODWIN and was the wife of the late Rufus Randolph GARRETT, JR.  Mrs. GARRETT is remembered by family as being warm and loving, and always welcoming family as well as visitors into her home with plenty of food and rich desserts.  She is a member of Moyock Baptist Church.  Mrs. GARRETT put her business education to use by helping manage the farm in Moyock where she lived with her husband.  She was the secretary and bookkeeper of the farm business for many years.  Mrs. GARRETT is survived by four sons, Roy L. GARRETT and wife Lynn of Morganton, NC, Ray W. GARRETT and wife Linda of Satellite Beach, FL, Nelson R. GARRETT and wife Sandra of Newport News, VA and Walter L. GARRETT and wife Gena of Houston, TX; eight grandchildren, Nelson R. GARRETT, JR., Steven S. GARRETT, Bryan P. GARRETT, Shirly K. BOOTS, Melissa K. SPENCE, Katherine G. GARRETT, Emily E. GARRETT, and James R. GARRETT; six great-grandchildren, Nicole GARRETT, Camiela GARRETT, Audrey GARRETT, Nelson R. GARRETT, III, Zachary GARRETT, and Braden A. SPENCE; and one great-great-grandchild, Autumn BRAY.  In addition to her parents and her husband, she is preceded in death by a brother, Horace LANE and a sister, Evelyn BRUMSEY.  A graveside funeral service will take place Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Moyock Memorial Cemetery with the Rev. Vic RAMSEY officiating.  The family will receive friends Friday evening from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. at Moyock Baptist Church.  Twiford Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Garrett family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Evelyn Cain Benton GARRETT

MOYOCK - Evelyn Cain Benton GARRETT, 77, of 106 Porpoise St., Moyock, NC died Monday, July 4, 2005 in the Albemarle Hospital. She was a native of Bladen County, NC and was the daughter of the late Owen B. and Annie Coble CAIN. Mrs. GARRETT was the wife of Thomas L. GARRETT. She was a member of Pilmoor United Methodist Church.  Besides her husband, Mrs. GARRETT is survived by two sons, Dale BENTON and wife, Carolyn, of Goldsboro, NC and Gale BENTON and wife, Lynn of Moyock, NC; five sisters, Mildred DAVIDSON of Garland, NC, Lois BOWMAN of Charlotte, NC, Alta Mae BUDD of Fayetteville, NC, Elzola PADGETT of Ammon, NC and Carolyn PETERSON of Garland, NC; two brothers, Beatty CAIN, JR. of Fayetteville, NC and David CAIN of Clarkton, NC. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Tiffany RODRIGUEZ, Christine BENTON and Christopher BENTON; three great-grandchildren, Leah RODRIGUEZ, Autumn BENTON, and Emily RODRIGUEZ.  Funeral services will be conducted Friday, July 8, 2005, at 1:00pm in the Pilmoor United Methodist Church by Rev. Scott WILSON-PARSONS. Burial will follow in the Moyock Memorial Cemetery. The family will be at the residence, 106 Porpoise St., Moyock, NC. Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, NC is in charge of funeral arrangements.  (The Daily Advance - Wednesday, July 6, 2006)

Frances Eugenia Miller GARRETT

Frances Eugenia Miller GARRETT, 88, of 616 South Mills Road, Moyock, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010 at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. Mrs. GARRETT, a native of Freeport, Fla., was the daughter of the late Eugene Henry MILLER, JR., and Margaret Doyle Miller CARLTON and the widow of Vernon Paul GARRETT, SR. She was a homemaker, owner of Moyock Poultry Farm, a member of Moyock Baptist Church, and a graduate of Maury High School. She is survived by a daughter, Janet G. GARRETT and husband, Jerry; two sons, Vernon Paul GARRETT, JR., and Sidney Patrick GARRETT and wife, Sandra, of Moyock, all of Moyock; six grandchildren, Vernon Paul GARRETT, III and wife, Michelle, Charlene Jackson EASON and husband, Craig, Alan L. FOREHAND and wife, Darlene, Jason S. GARRETT, Greta D. GARRETT, and Ryan P. GARRETT; and seven great-grandchildren, Cody EASON, Emilee EASON, Christopher EASON, Austin GARRETT, Nolan GARRETT, Hunter FOREHAND, and Jeffrey BERRY. She was predeceased by a sister, Elenore MILLER. Funeral services will be Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Vic RAMSEY officiating in Moyock Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and at other times at the residence of her son, Sidney P. GARRETT, 606 South Mills Road, Moyock.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, is serving the Garrett family.  (The Daily Advance - Tuesday, October 26, 2010)

Francis Carl GARRETT

Francis Carl GARRETT, 81, died Saturday, April 1, 1995, in Chesapeake General Hospital.  Mr. GARRETT was born in Currituck County, N.C. and was the son of the late Cincinnatus ``Nat'' and Lucy Grimes GARRETT. He retired as a mechanic from the Ford Motor Co., Norfolk Plant, after 27 years of service.  Mr. GARRETT was a member of the Lake Drummond Baptist Church, Chesapeake; the United Auto Workers, Lodge #919 and a 27-year member of the Portsmouth Lodge 898 and Loyal Order of the Moose.  Survivors include his wife, Addie Roach GARRETT of Chesapeake, whom he celebrated 54 years of marriage with on December 7th, 1994; his two daughters, Martha EISNAUGLE and Frances CROCKER, both of Chesapeake; his brother, Irving M. GARRETT also of Chesapeake; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.  The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Oman Funeral Home, Chesapeake. The Rev. Frank HUGHES and the Rev. Jim CLARK will officiate. Burial will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday evening from 7 to 9 p.m.  (The Virginian-Pilot – April 3, 1995; pg. B4)

James Harrison GARRETT

James Harrison "Jimmie" GARRETT, 67, of 107 South Marshall Road, Shawboro, NC died Friday, September 14, 2012 at Albemarle Hospital.  Born in Knotts Island, NC, he was the son of the late Lewis GARRETT and Ruby Beasley TILLETT and was the husband of Debbie Hasting GARRETT.  Mr. GARRETT was a retired cook for the United States Coast Guard and loved cooking throughout his life.  He had a passion for duck hunting, had been a hunting guide and was an avid decoy maker.  In addition to his wife, Mr. GARRETT is survived by two daughters, Janet GARRETT of Oak Hill, WV and Kristy WILLIAMSON and husband Terry of Waterlily, NC; five sons, James GARRETT, JR. of Moyock, NC, Paul GARRETT and wife Natalie of Aydlett, NC, David FOWLER and wife Amy of Manteo, NC, Rickie GARRETT of Kill Devil Hills, NC and Austin GARRETT of Shawboro, NC; two sisters, Carole STRAWHAND and husband Buddy of Knotts Island, NC and Linda REED of Camden, NC; a brother, Ronnie GARRETT and wife Pat of Smithfield, VA; seventeen grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.  Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Gwen SHELLEY and a brother, Lewis GARRETT, JR.  A funeral service will take place Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Kent ANSELL officiating.  Burial will follow in Hampton Cemetery, Waterlily, NC.  The family will receive friends Monday evening from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home and at other times at the residence.  Twiford Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Garrett family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Jessie Marie Gambrell GARRETT

On Easter Monday, April 9, 2012, Jessie Marie Gambrell GARRETT, 89, of Corbin, Kentucky, and most recently of Sentara Nursing Center of Barco, answered her Lord’s call and went home.  She was predeceased by her husband of forty-seven years, George Lloyd GARRETT of Wichita Falls, Texas; her parents, William and Nora GAMBRELL of Corbin, Kentucky; six sisters; and one brother.  She leaves behind a daughter, Helen Garrett COTTRELL and husband, Vic, of Moyock, NC; a grandson, James W. BATEMAN, JR. and wife, Angela, of Arnold, Maryland; three great-grandson, Dylan Ryne BATEMAN and wife, Milly, of Crownsville, Maryland, Evan Thomas ROE and Jesse Austin BATEMAN of Arnold, Maryland; five brothers; many loving nieces and nephews; and many loving friends.  “Miss Jessie”, as she was affectionately known, was a member of Pilmoor Memorial United Methodist Church and the Leola Hall United Methodist Women’s Circle.  She will be greatly missed by her extended family at the Currituck County Senior Citizen’s Center, where she spent many volunteer hours, the Sentara Nursing Center and community Home Care and Hospice.  Funeral services will be Friday, April 13, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Pilmoor Memorial United Methodist Church with the Reverend Randy BLANCHARD officiating.  Burial will be in Laurel Memorial Gardens in Poplar Branch, NC.  The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall after the service at the cemetery and at other times at the residence of her daughter, Helen Garrett COTTRELL, 155 Launch Landing Road, Moyock.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the Garrett family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Levi Michael GARRETT

Margaret McCoy GARRETT

Mark Cromwell GARRETT

Philip M. GARRETT, 71, died May 1, 1993, at his residence on South Mills Road in Moyock, after a long illness. Born October 26, 1921, the son of Rufus Randolph GARRETT, SR. and Cordelia Powers GARRETT, he was a retired farmer and businessman. In addition to his wife, Margaret McCoy GARRETT, he is survived by his children and their spouses, daughter, Celeste Garrett BEAVERS of Shiloh, N.C., and son, Mark C. GARRETT, and his granddaughter, Makenzie Celeste GARRETT of Moyock.  A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Twiford Memorial Chapel, Church Street, Elizabeth City. (The Virginian-Pilot – May 3, 1993; pg. D4)

Vernon Paul GARRETT, SR.

Vernon Paul GARRETT, SR., 80, owner and operator of Garrett Poultry Farm, died Jan. 6, 1992, in a Chesapeake hospital.  Mr. GARRETT was born in Currituck County and was a member of Moyock Baptist Church. He had retired from the Currituck Extension Service.  Survivors include his wife, Frances Miller GARRETT; a daughter, Janet G. GARRETT; two sons, Vernon GARRETT, JR. and Sidney GARRETT; and a brother, Phillip GARRETT, all of Moyock; and six grandchildren.  The graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. today in Moyock Cemetery by the Rev. Vic RAMSEY. Friends may join the family at Route 1, Box 11.  Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City, is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – January 8, 1992; pg. D2)

George S. GARRICK

Annie L. GARRINGTON

 George Everett GARRINGTON

George Everett GARRINGTON, DDS, MS, died June 16, 2010 in Gainesville, Fl. He was 83. Dr. GARRINGTON, an Oral Pathologist, earned his undergraduate degree from the Citadel in 1949, earned his Dental degree from the University of Maryland in 1953, and received subsequent master's degrees from Johns Hopkins University (MPH, 1960) and Georgetown University (MS, Pathology, 1964). Dr. GARRINGTON was a Sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Corps, serving from 1944 to 1946. After graduating from Dental School in 1953, he joined the U.S. Public Health Service where he attained the rank of Captain, serving at the National Institutes of Health as Clinical Dental Director until his retirement in 1973. He earned the US Air Force Unit Commendation (1964) and the U.S. Public Health Service Meritorious Service Medal (1973).  Following his military career, Dr. GARRINGTON was Professor of Oral Pathology and Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Financial Aid at the University Of Florida College Of Dentistry. Upon his retirement from UFCD in 1989, he was appointed Professor Emeritus. Dr. GARRINGTON was a Fellow of the American Academy of Oral Pathology, and President of the Academy in 1977. He was also a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, and Diplomat of the American Board of Oral Pathology.  George was an avid golfer, gardener, cook and recipe collector, devoted and loving father, grandfather and husband, and in his retirement, he especially loved traveling with his wife to many parts of the world. George was a long time member of First Lutheran Church where he served on the Board of Elders as Financial Secretary. He served as a board member and Historian of the Gainesville Fine Arts Association for several years, and was a member of Kiwanis Club of Gainesville since 1993.  Born June 1, 1927 in Poplar Branch, N.C. to Mildred BATEMAN and George Fleetwood GARRINGTON, George spent his early years in Sumter, South Carolina. He is predeceased by a son, William Todd GARRINGTON (1964), and is survived by his wife of 57 years, Doris Price GARRINGTON, sisters Bettie BARNES (Michael) and Lucille STARRETT (Lewis), children Timothy Price GARRINGTON (Carol), Patricia JOHNSON (Johnny) and Janice WAHL (Timothy), and grandchildren Evelyn, Christopher, Thomas, Carolyn, Kristin and Katherine. Dr. GARRINGTON will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery. A memorial service honoring George will be held on Monday, June 21st at 10AM at First Lutheran Church, 1801 NW 5th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603. Milam Funeral and Cremation Services 311 S. Main Street Gainesville, FL 32601.  (Gainesville Sun [Gainesville, FL] - Monday, June 21, 2010)  Kindly submitted by Ben Bateman.

[John] Harley GARRINGTON
[unknown newspaper submitted by Roy Sawyer.  See Harley's tombstone here.]

John [Quincy Adams] GARRINGTON

Mildred Bateman GARRINGTON

SUMTER, SC - Services for Mildred B. GARRINGTON, 86, will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church of Sumter, with burial in Evergreen Memorial Park.  Visitation will be from 7 to 9 tonight at Elmore-Hill-McCreight Funeral Home.  Memorials may be made to Covenant Place resident’s assistance fund or the church building fund.  Mrs. GARRINGTON, wife of the late George Fleetwood GARRINGTON, died Tuesday, June 20, 1995.  Born in Poplar Branch, N.C., she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Martha Owens BATEMAN.  She was a member of First Baptist Church of Sumter and Sumter Chapter 188 Order of the Eastern Star, where she was a former worthy grand matron.  Surviving are a son, Dr. George GARRINGTON of Gainesville, Fla.; daughters, Bettie BARNES of Conyers, Ga., and Lucille DICK of Duluth, Minn.; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.  NOTE: Mildred Irene Bateman Garrington was born April 4, 1909.  (Unknown 1995 newspaper) [Obituary and extra information kindly submitted by Ben Bateman.]

Seth GARRINGTON
[From the private collection of Wilma Garrington Morel & submitted by her daughter, Reta Morel Whitten]

Thressa Etheridge GARRISON

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. - Thressa "Happy" Etheridge GARRISON, 79, died Tuesday, September 9 at her residence.  Mrs. GARRISON was born in Norfolk, Va. and was retired from the Virginia Beach City Public School.  She was also a homemaker, a member of the Haygood United Methodist Church and the Powells Point Christian Church.  She was the daughter of the late Herbert and Emma Melson ETHERIDGE and the widow of David S. GARRISON, JR.  Mrs. GARRISON is survived by one daughter, Nancy Garrison MONTGOMERY of Virginia Beach; three sons" Bruce GARRISON of Richmond, Va., Gene GARRISON of Kitty Hawk and Roger GARRISON of Lexington Park, Md.; two sisters: Wilma "Sis" HEILMAN of Fairfield, California and Mary "Muffy" MERRITT of Norfolk; one brother, Herbert "Bunny" ETHERIDGE of Kill Devil Hills; 5 grandchildren: David, Renee and Mary Lane GARRISON and Robert and Mary Elizabeth MONTGOMERY; a devoted cousin, Betsy DEATON of Greensboro; and a niece, Sharon HEILMAN of Sebastapol, California.  A funeral service will be held Saturday, Sept. 13 at Powells Point Christian Church at 2 p.m. with the Rev. David COXSON officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will be receiving friends at Twiford's Colonial Chapel in Great Bridge on Friday, Sept. 12.  Twiford's Colony Chapel in Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements.  (The Coastland Times - Thursday, September 11, 2003; pg. 10A)

Frank Puitt GASKINS

COINJOCK - Frank Puitt GASKINS, 91, of the 100 block of Waterlily Road, died Feb. 9, 2004. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Meekins Family Cemetery. Twiford's Memorial Chapel is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, February 10, 2004)

OCRACOKE NATIVE - Frank Puitt GASKINS, age 91, of Waterlily Road, Coinjock, NC, died Monday, February 9, 2004 at Sentara Nursing Home, Barco, NC. He was born in Hyde County, NC, son of the late William Joseph GASKINS, JR. and Ethel Spencer GASKINS, and was the wife of Susan V. Brice GASKINS of the residence. Mr. GASKINS worked for the Ferry Division in Hatteras, NC. He was a Methodist . Besides his wife he is survived by one step-daughter, Lois Johnson MEEKINS and her husband, Preston of Coinjock, NC; one sister, Dora Jane GARRISH; one brother, John GASKINS and his wife Bunny all of Ocracoke, NC; 8 step-grandchildren and 17 step-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Pauline Austin GASKINS; his step-son, George Thomas JOHNSON; his sister, Neva O’NEAL; four brothers, Al GASKINS, Horace GASKINS, William Joseph GASKINS, III, and Earl Hill GASKINS.  A graveside service will be Friday, February 13, 2004 at 1:00 PM in the Meekins Family Cemetery in Colington, NC, with the Rev. Steve CASTLE officiating.  Twiford’s Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Susan Virginia Brice Johnson GASKINS

Susan “Sue” Virginia Brice GASKINS, age 100, died January 23, 2012 at her home in Coinjock, NC.  Born Nov. 11, 1911 in Powells Point, NC, she was the daughter of the late George F. & Lebarcia Morse BRICE.  Mrs. GASKINS was a member of Disciples of Christ Church of Jarvisburg, NC and was known and loved throughout the community for her blueberry patch where she enjoyed many happy hours with friends from far and near. She was also admired for her handmade dolls and other crafts.  Survived by one daughter, Lois MEEKINS of Coinjock NC; 8 grandchildren, Jeanne Meekins MURRAY, Cathy Meekins FORBES and Iris MEEKINS all of Coinjock, NC, Dana Meekins CARTER and Jackie MEEKINS of Farmville VA, Joseph JOHNSON of Bath NC, Melba JOHNSON and Oliver Kent JOHNSON of Columbia NC; 17 great grandchildren and 18 great-great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her first husband, Joseph JOHNSON and second husband, Frank GASKINS; sons George Thomas JOHNSON & Joseph A. JOHNSON; brothers, Willis, John, George and Daniel BRICE, sisters, Julia Brice CURLES, Sadie Brice O’NEAL, Lovie Brice BEALS and Rosa Brice LIPINSKI; by son-in-law Preston MEEKINS, grandsons, Wayde Preston MEEKINS and George Thomas JOHNSON, JR.; one great grandchild and one great-great grandchild.  Graveside service will be conducted Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the Hampton Cemetery, Waterlily, NC by the Rev. George F. BRICE.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the Gaskins family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

William Timothy GAYLORD

Helen Kohler GENTHER

Helen Kohler GENTHER, 87, died Dec. 7, 1999, in a Barco nursing home.  Born in Philadelphia, Pa., she was a homemaker and a member of Outer Banks Presbyterian Church. She was the daughter of the late Bernard and Bessie Almes KOHLER and the widow of Edward James GENTHER, JR.  Mrs. GENTHER is survived by a daughter, Arlene G. PRICE of Corolla, N.C.; a son, Edward James GENTHER, III of Camp Hill, Pa.; and three grandchildren.  A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Outer Banks Presbyterian Church by the Rev. Spottswood GRAVES. At her request, Mrs. GENTHER’s body was donated to medical research at Duke University. Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo, is handling arrangements.   (The Virginian-Pilot – December 10, 1999; pg. B9)

Miriam Katherine Hennegan GEORGE

MOYOCK - Miriam Katherine Hennegan GEORGE, 65, of Tulls Creek Road, died Saturday, January 21, at Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, Va.  A native of Moyock, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Claire Goulet HENNEGAN and the widow of Dallard Dalton GEORGE.  Survivors include a daughter, Paula COX of Columbia, a son, Greg GEORGE of Moyock, two sisters: Michelle WOODCOCK of Ontario, Canada and Marcia KUBIAK of New York; two brothers: Bryan HENNEGAN of Dallas, Texas and Kerry HENNEGAN of Irving, Texas; and four grandchildren.  A memorial service is planned at Tulls Bay Colony Clubhouse Community Center on Saturday, January 28 from 2-5 p.m.  Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements.  (The Coastland Times - Thursday, January 26, 2006; pg. 12A)

Dorothy Louise GEREMIA

GRANDY - Dorothy Louise GEREMIA, 69, died Wednesday, September 24 at a Nags Head medical facility. Mrs. GEREMIA was born in Bowling Green, Virginia, was a homemaker and a member of the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. She was the daughter of the late William and Pearl Lacey Carter NOEL and was the wife of Delio GEREMIA of the home.  Besides her husband, Mrs. GEREMIA is survived by one daughter, Eva ROACH of Kill Devil Hills, NC; two sons: Antonio GEREMIA of Puerto Rico and Daren GEREMIA of Nashville, TN; three sisters: Edith HINSON of White Stone, VA, Lillie BRINKLOW and Rosalee YOUNG, both of Richmond, VA; four brothers: William and Alfred NOEL both of Tennessee, Harvey and Herbert NOEL both of Richmond, VA; three grandchildren: Allen ROACH and Cristina and Nicolas GEREMIA.   A memorial service has not been scheduled at this time but the family has requested that anyone interested in attending to please contact them.  Twiford’s Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assisting family with arrangements.  (The News Observer & The Virginian-Pilot – Thursday, September 25, 2003)

Elizabeth DeGuglielmo GIAIMIS

GRANDY, NC - Elizabeth DeGuglielmo GIAIMIS, 91, of Grandy, died Saturday, November 8, 2003, in Nags Head. Mrs. GIAIMIS was born in Williams Bridge, in the Bronx, New York. She was a homemaker and a member of the Catholic Church.  Mrs. GIAIMIS was the daughter of the late Angelo and Catherina Strazza DeGUGLIELMO and the wife of the late Dominick GIAIMIS.  Surviving are one daughter; Jinny G. COELHO of Grandy, two sons; Salvatore GIAIMIS of Sugarland, Tx and Richard GIAIMIS of Yonkers, N.Y. Seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.  A Celebration of Life will be held in Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Tuesday, November 11, 2003, at 10:00 a.m. by Father William STICKLE. Burial will be held in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, New Rochelle, N.Y. Twiford’s Colony Chapel Manteo is assisting the GIAIMIS family.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, November 11, 2003; pg. 14A)

Alonzo Jefferson GIBBS

Alonzo Jefferson "A.J." GIBBS, 67, of Shawboro died Thursday, Dec. 15, 1994, in the Hampton Veterans Hospital.  He was a native of Hyde County and was owner and operator of a long distance trucking company. He was a member of Providence Baptist Church and a former member of Hall Masonic Lodge #53 in Shawboro. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and the son of the late Cashew GIBBS and the late Jennie Spence Gibbs SAWYER, and was the husband of Elizabeth Cowell GIBBS.  Besides his wife, Mr. GIBBS is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Dwan and Michael CRAFT of Moyock; and a half sister, Alean S. HOLDEN of Shawboro. He was predeceased by a son, Jeff GIBBS.  The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in Providence Baptist Church by the Rev. C.H. WELLONS and the Rev. George POLLOCK. Burial will follow in the Cowell Family Cemetery on East Ridge Road in Currituck County.  Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – December 17, 1994; pg. B6)

Cecil C. GIBBS

GRANDY

Edward Carlton GIBBS

HARBINGER - Edward Carlton GIBBS, JR., 75, of the 100 block of Halls Harbor Road, died Thursday at his residence. He was a native of Hyde County, N.C., and a retired self-employed plumbing and heating contractor. He was a member of the Powells Point Christian Church, the Coinjock Masonic Lodge No. 463 AF&AM, one of the founding members of the SonShine Gang, active with the Albemarle Craftsman Fair and Guild Member. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. GIBBS was the son of the late Edward Carlton and Mrs. Carrie Owens GIBBS, SR. and the widower of Janet Harris GIBBS. He is survived by two sons: Jerry L. GIBBS, SR. of Harbinger and Jon WILLIAMS of Garner; and three grandchildren: Jerry Lee GIBBS, JR., serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, Christopher Lee GIBBS, serving in the U.S. Air Force, and Colby WILLIAMS. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. in the Powells Point Christian Church by Forrest Guthrie and Cecil STYONS. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Twiford's Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City is handling arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, November 11, 2001; pg. 15A)

Elbert Lewis GIBBS, JR.

Elbert Lewis GIBBS, SR.

KILL DEVIL HILLS - Elbert Lewis GIBBS, SR., 70, passed away Dec. 4, 2003, after a short illness. He was a longtime resident of Moyock, N.C., where he lived and raised his family. After his retirement from Moyock Lumber Co., Mr. GIBBS made his home in Swan Quarter, N.C., where he was raised. Since his illness, Mr. GIBBS had been cared for by his former wife and best friend, Betty Miller BOYD of Kill Devil Hills. Among his survivors are a daughter, Phyllis Gibbs BARNETT and husband, Robert Lee BARNETT of Franklin, Va. Special thanks go out to both MILLER and GIBBS' families who made his last weeks so very memorable and enjoyable and especially to Betty and Jim BOYD, who found strength and compassion to care for Mr. GIBBS during his time of need, and also to Judy Miller SHARBER, sister-in-law, who found the strength to see him through the light. The family will receive family and friends at Bryan Funeral Service, 119 Main St., Swan Quarter, today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. A funeral will be held at graveside in Soule Cemetery Sunday at 2 p.m. Steve BRYAN will officiate.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Saturday, December 6, 2003)

Elizabeth Cowell GIBBS

Evelyn Margaret Hooper GIBBS

BARCO - Evelyn Margaret Hooper GIBBS, 86, of Barco, NC, died Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Albemarle Hospital. She was born in Dare County, NC, the daughter of the late Ulysses W. and Arkansas Scarborough HOOPER and the widow of Samuel L. GIBBS. She was a member of Rehoboth Baptist Church. Mrs. GIBBS is survived by three daughters, Annette BUNDY of Corapeake, NC, Joan DAVENPORT of Virginia Beach, VA, and Charlotte JACKSON of Tulsa, OK; four sons, Samuel GIBBS, JR. Kenansville, NC, Leland GIBBS of Barco, NC, Jake GIBBS of Kinston, NC, and Michael GIBBS of Barco, NC; a sister, Roxy; a brother, Basil; six grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, a sister, three brothers, and a granddaughter. A memorial service will be held Monday, October 16, 2006 at 11:00 am at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Lamar HENDRON officiating. Following the service the family will receive friends in the lobby of the funeral home. Burial will be in New Hollywood Cemetery.  Twiford’s Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC, is in charge of arrangements.  (Twiford's Funeral Home obituaries online on Thursday, October 12, 2006)

Mahlon Y. GIBBS

Manford Lee GIBBS

Manford Lee GIBBS, 79, passed away on March 24, 2016. Born in Currituck County, NC, he was the son of the late Thomas and Sarah GIBBS. He was also preceded in death by a half-sister, Mildred SIMMONS.  He was employed with Norfolk Southern Railroad Claims Department for 43 years.  Left to cherish his memory: a brother, Arnold G. GIBBS and wife Maryann; two half-sisters, Sadie POGUE and Margaret HUNTER and many nieces and nephews.  The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, from 12 to 1 p.m. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel.  (Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home)

Samuel Louis GIBBS, JR.

BARCO - Samuel Louis “Bud” GIBBS, JR., 69 a former resident of Barco, N. C. died Tuesday, November 6, 2007, at the Duplin General Hospital in Kenansville, N. C.   Mr. GIBBS was born in Barco, N. C., Currituck County and was the son of the late Samuel Louis GIBBS, SR. and Evelyn Hooper GIBBS. He was a member of the Rehoboth Baptist Church.  Survivors include his brothers; Leland E. GIBBS and Michael GIBBS both of Barco, N. C and Mahlon Y. GIBBS of Kinston, N. C. his sisters, Annettte G. BUNDY of Corapeake, N. C., Charlotte G. JACKSON of Tulsa, OK and Joan G. DAVENPORT of Virginia Beach, VA. He was predeceased by his brothers Leland and David GIBBS.  A memorial service will be held Friday, November 9th, at 11:00 A. M. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Rev. Lamar HERNDON officiating.  Burial will be in New Hollywood Cemetery in Elizabeth City. The family will receive friends following the memorial service.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City is assisting the Gibbs family with arrangements.  (Twiford Funeral Home obituary posted Tuesday, November 6, 2007)

William Kitt GIBBS

William Kitt GIBBS, 61, passed away on May 22, 2017, in his home.  Born in Currituck County, NC, Bill lived in Virginia most of his life. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and owned a framing company for over 30 years. He was the son of the late William and Carrie GIBBS. He was preceded in death by a brother, Henry K. GIBBS.  Left to cherish his memory: his loving wife, Victoria "Vicki" GIBBS; step-daughter, Amy LINDBERGH and husband, Eric; grandson, Evan; sister, Sylvia GODWIN and husband William E. GODWIN and their sons, Michael and William, Jr.; as well as several other loving family members.  Bill loved to fish and hunt and working in the yard and volunteering at church. Bill loved baseball (Baltimore Orioles) and football (Miami Dolphins).  Bill loved everybody and everybody Loved Bill.  A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at Community United Methodist Church with military honors.  (Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home)

William Michael GIBBS

 D.W. GIBSON

D. W. "Bill" GIBSON, 81, of 100 Larry Ave., Grandy, NC died at his residence Friday, April 16, 2010. He was born in Seneca, South Carolina to the late John and Pearl Franks GIBSON on May 2, 1928. Mr. GIBSON was a 26 year veteran of the U. S. Navy and later, he retired as a nuclear power inspector from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard after 30 years. He was a member of the Poplar Branch Baptist Church and a member of the American Legion Post #288, Coinjock, NC.   He is survived by his wife, Deborah Hamm GIBSON of the home, two daughters, Edith ARMSTRONG and husband, Donnie of Grandy, NC and Wendy MEADOWS and husband, Johnny of Powells Point, NC; two sons, William Keith GIBSON and wife, Brandi of Jarvisburg, NC and George TRUMPS and wife, Dawn of Abingdon, MD. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy JERNIGAN.  There will be a visitation Tuesday evening, April 20, 2010 from 7:00 until 8:30pm at Twiford Funeral Home, Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC. A memorial service will be conducted Wednesday, April 21, 2010, at 2:00pm in the backyard of his home, 100 Larry Ave., Grandy, NC. with military honors conducted by V. F. W. Post #6060. Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the GIBSON family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Janice E. Jennings GIBSON

CHESAPEAKE - Janice E. Jennings GIBSON, 58, died May 10, 2005. Mrs. GIBSON was born in Norfolk to the late John Thomas and Dorothy Murden JENNINGS.  Survivors include her son, Brian GIBSON and wife Theresa of Moyock, NC; sister Debra LONG of Chesapeake; brother, Dr. John T. JENNINGS, III of Kent Island, MD; grand-daughters, Leah, Amanda and Chelsea.  Graveside services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 am at Moyock Cemetery, Moyock, NC with Rev. Vic RAMSEY officiating. The family will receive friends at Twiford’s Colonial Chapel, Chesapeake on Friday from 7:00 until 8:30pm.  (Twiford Funeral Home

John GIBSON

COINJOCK - Memorial services for John GIBSON, past first vice commander, will be held at noon Sunday, July 10, in the American Legion Post 288, Coinjock.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Monday, July 4, 2005)

Martha Bell GIBSON

MOYOCK - Martha “Marty” B. GIBSON, 66, passed away July 3, 2014 with her family by her side. She was born in San Diego, CA to the late Allen H. and Mary R. BELL. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her son, Scott Lee GIBSON. She loved planting flowers and crafting but most of all she loved spending time with  her grandchildren. She was also known for her constant smiling and laughter.   Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Johnny GIBSON; daughters, Holly Gibson MIDGETT and Jenny Lynn GIBSON; grandchildren, Elyse & Jack MIDGETT and Gavin & Brooklynn HOOD; son-in-laws, Jonathan HOOD and Kevin MIDGETT and numerous other family and friends.  A service to celebrate her life will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 7 p.m. at Graham Funeral Home, Chesapeake. The family will receive friends an hour prior to service.  (Graham Funeral Home)

Devona Beasley GILBERT

Devona Beasley GILBERT, 78, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on November 4, 2019.  Born in Knotts Island, NC, she was the daughter of the late Emory H. and Aleda W. BEASLEY. She was a member of Knotts Island United Methodist Church. She loved her family, nature, photography, and her Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.  Devona was preceded in death by her brother, Dale H. BEASLEY. Left to cherish her memory: her husband of almost 60 years, Luther E. GILBERT, JR. and two sons, Luther E. GILBERT, III, and Jeffrey H. GILBERT and his wife, Sherry, all of Virginia Beach.  Services and burial will be private.  Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel assisting the family.  (Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home)

Eddie Seals GILDEN

Eddie Seals GILDEN, 81, a resident of Aransas Pass, Texas since 1956, passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2004 at a Corpus Christi hospital.  He was born August 14, 1923 in Grandy, North Carolina to S.H. & Minnie GILDEN.  He graduated from Dr. W.T. Griggs High School in Poplar Branch, North Carolina in 1943 and joined the Coastal Geodetic Survey. When he became interested in the shrimping industry, he and his family moved to Aransas Pass with their fleet of shrimp boats and later he began Aransas Marine Ways as a small ship yard and has expanded it to what it is today.  He also attained several utility vessels that work off shore.  He was a 32 degree Mason, a Shriner and he served on the board of the First National Bank of Ingleside.  He served on the board of directors of the Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce and was past president.  He is survived by is loving wife of 61 years, Inez GILDEN of Aransas Pass; his two sons, Eddie (Patty) GILDEN, JR. of Aransas Pass and Wayne (Starr) Griffin GILDEN of Ingleside, Texas; his daughter, Patricia (Dee) HAGY of Kingwood; 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.  Visitation will be held Thursday, November 25, 2004 from 9:00 A.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Charlie Marshall Funeral Home Chapel, Aransas Pass.  The family will receive friends and visitors from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.Funeral services will be conducted Friday, November 26, 2004 at 1:00 P.M. at Charlie Marshall Funeral Home Chapel, Aransas Pass with Rev. Judy BASKIN and Rev. Don DELAPLAIN officiating. Interment will follow at Prairie View Cemetery, Aransas Pass.  Serving as pallbearers will be Shawn Michael HAGY, Dallas Wayne GILDEN, Jason Lee GILDEN, Ralph William KERSEY, Matthew Edward NICHOLS, and Aaron David RATHBONE. Honorary pallbearer will be Cpl. Robert Anthony NICHOLS who is serving in Iraq.  Arrangements entrusted to: Charlie Marshall Funeral Homes & Crematory; Aransas Pass, TX.  (Corpus-Christi Caller-Times - November 24, 2004)

Evie Roughton GILDEN

ELIZABETH CITY – Mrs. Evie Roughton GILDEN, 84, died Sunday morning at 12:30 in the DePaul Hospital in Norfolk, Va. following a long illness.  Graveside service were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 in the Poplar Branch Baptist Church with Brother Henry ARMSTRONG of Jehovah Witnesses officiating.  Twiford's Memorial Chapel was in charge of arrangements.  She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Dan (Thelma Gilden) BEIDEMAN of Elizabeth City; one sister, Miss Mary ROUGHTON of Elizabeth City; and one grandson, Danny BEIDEMAN of Elizabeth City.  (The Southern Post (Coinjock) - February 24, 1982; pg. 11)

Floyd Ray GILDEN. JR.

Floyd Ray “Bud” GILDEN, JR., 76, of 342 Grandy Road, Grandy, NC, died Sunday, January 24, 2010 at his residence. Born in Currituck County, NC he was the son of the late Floyd Ray GILDEN, SR. and Hazel Grandy GILDEN and was the widower Maxine Hooper GILDEN.  Mr. GILDEN is survived by two daughters, Kim GILDEN and Sherry Gilden BERRY; two sisters, Louise PINNER and Myrtle Kay HUDSON; three grandchildren, Courtney HALL and fiancé Corey SIMPSON, Avery BERRY, and Kolby BERRY; and three great grandchildren, Corey SIMPSON, JR., Kyra SIMPSON, Kyana SIMPSON.  A graveside funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at the Gilden Family Cemetery with Rev. Herbert HEMMINGWAY officiating. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Gilden family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

 Hilda Jones GILDEN

Hilda Jones GILDEN, 85, of 6676 Caratoke Highway, Grandy died Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Born in Pasquotank County, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Elliott and Mrs. Idabelle Roughton JONES and the widow of Lloyd Clinton GILDEN. She enjoyed fishing, crabbing and worked as a nurse for a short time. Mrs. GILDEN is survived by a close friend, Dottie JORDAN, of Aydlett. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph William JONES. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Twiford's Memorial Chapel with Rev. F. Joe GRIFFITH officiating. Burial will be in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the lobby of the funeral home. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City is serving the Gilden family.  (The Daily Advance - Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010)

Maxine Hooper GILDEN

Mrs. Maxine Hooper GILDEN, age 72, of 342 Grandy Road, Grandy, NC, died Friday, July 13, 2007 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Mrs. GILDEN, a native of Madisonville, TN, was the daughter of the late Vollie Vernon HOOPER and Wilma Emily Allen HOOPER, and the wife of Floyd Ray GILDEN, JR. of the residence. She worked with the FBI Fingerprint Laboratory in Washington, D.C. from 1953-1958, and retired as the Postmaster at Grandy. She was an avid bowler.  Besides her husband she is survived by two daughters, Kim Leisa GILDEN and Sherry Gilden BERRY and husband Bryan all of Grandy, NC; a sister, Zelma SPITZER of Lynn Haven, FL; a brother, Granville HOOPER of Hanceville, AL; three grandchildren, Courtney HALL and fiance Corey SIMPSON, SR., Avery BERRY and Kolby BERRY; and three great grandchildren, C. J. SIMPSON, Kyra SIMPSON and Kyana SIMPSON. She was predeceased by a brother, Avery Wade HOOPER.  A graveside funeral service will be Monday, July 16, 2007 at 11:00 AM at the Gilden Family Cemetery with the Rev. Bill THORN officiating. The family will receive friends at the residence.  Twiford’s Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC, is in charge of arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Sunday, July 15, 2007)

Mildred Inez Wright GILDEN

MORALES

Isabel Christine GILLESPIE

MOYOCK, NC - Isabel Christine GILLESPIE, 17, passed into the Lord's embrace surrounded by her family on September 4, 2016.   Izzy is survived by her loving parents, Suzanne LINGO and David and Alice GILLESPIE, her brothers Logan and Austin, and her loving grandparents, Lynn Reeves-SCHAFFER, Russell SCHAFFER, Tommy GILLESPIE, and Kathy BEASLEY. Her memory is also cherished by her aunts and uncles, Robert LINGO, Elizabeth (Auntie Bee) and Stephen BALL, Chrissy and Mark HILL, Cheryl and Michael JACOBSON, Glenn and Sarah REEVES, her cousin, Kaitlyn HILL, her great-grandparents, Lillian and Robert REEVES, Kay SCHAFFER, and Bill WEBB, Jason and London MYERS, and many more family members and friends.  Izzy was an honor student at Currituck County High School and the College of the Albemarle, and a proud member of the Zaxby's family. Although only with us for a short time, her loving spirit, infectious smile, funny holiday clothes, and craftsmanship at Yahtzee will be sorely missed.  A celebration of her life will be held at Steinhilber's, Virginia Beach at 12 PM on Tuesday, September 13, 2016.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Sept. 9, 2016)

Gladys Ferebee GILLIAM

Gladys Ferebee GILLIAM, 84, a retired schoolteacher, died July 25, 1992, in a hospital.  Mrs. GILLIAM was born in Moyock and had taught in North Carolina for 15 years. She was the widow of Haze GILLIAM. She was a member of Willow Grove Baptist Church.  Survivors include several nieces and nephews.  The graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Magnolia Cemetery. Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – July 29, 1992; pg. D2)

Picot [Picket] GILLIGAN
Asheville Citizen-Times - Monday, May 5, 1890; pg. 1

Clarence Vernon GIST

Nanette Sawyer GIVEN

HARBINGER - Nanette Sawyer GIVEN, 46, of John Lloyd Road, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2004 in Albemarle Hospital. She was boen in Currituck County on May 20, 1958 to Nathan "N.D." and Annette Gallop SAWYER, and was married to James GIVEN of Stephens City, Va.  She was a mail room supervisor with the ASE Company.  A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Dec. 28, at 2 p.m. in Powells Point Christian Church by the Rev. David COXSON and the Rev. Walter Lee GALLOP.  Survivors other than her parents include: son: James "Jamie" GIVEN; daughter: Deanna GIVEN, both of Harbinger; a sister, Lynette SAWYER of Hertford; a brother, Nathan "Bubba" SAWYER of Harbinger; uncles and aunts: Walter Lee and Penni GALLOP, Tomi and Ginger BOWDEN and Betty MIDGETT, all of Harbinger; close friend, Jeff FRAZIER of Warrenton, Va.; and 9 cousins and their families.  Smith & Austin Funeral Home is in charge.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, December 28, 2004; pg. 14A)

Theresa Mims GLEASON

MOYOCK - Theresa Mims GLEASON, 38, of the 100 block of Chestnut Drive, died May 7, 2007, at 11:20 a.m. in Pitt Memorial Hospital in Greenville, N.C., and her mother, Barbara Sharon Arant MIMS, 61, of the 100 block of Chestnut Drive, died May 7, 2007, at 3:30 p.m. in her residence. Mrs. GLEASON was born in Dougherty County, Albany, Ga. She was the daughter of Jimmie W. MIMS and the late Barbara Arant MIMS of Moyock. She attended Come As You Are Ministries and was formerly employed as business manager with IHOP Restaurants. Survivors include her husband, Robert Dexter GLEASON of Virginia Beach; her sons, Barry Colburn GREGORY, III and Jeremy Dexter GLEASON, both of Moyock; her father; brothers, James Dalton MIMS, II and wife Rebecca and Robert Clarence MIMS and wife Sedonia, both of Moyock. Barbara Arant "Sharon" MIMS was born in Clanton, Ala., and was the daughter of the late Clarence ARANT and Myrtle Hand ARANT. She was a member of the Come As You Ministries, former member of the Crawford Township Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad and a former Boy Scout Leader of Troop No. 127 and member of the Coinjock American Legion Post No. 288 Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband, Jimmie W. MIMS; sons, James Dalton MIMS and wife Rebecca and Robert Clarence MIMS and wife Sedonia, both of Moyock; brother, Stanley ARANT of Clanton; her grandchildren, Barry COLBURN, III, Robin Theresa MIMS, James DALTON, III, Jeremy Dexter GLEASON and Dalton Robert MIMS; and two great-grandsons, Carson Andrew SHARBER and Bradley SHARBER. She was predeceased by her daughter, Theresa Mims GLEASON. A memorial service for Sharon and Theresa will be held in Twiford’s Memorial Chapel, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, Friday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Wayne SAWYER officiating. The family will receive friends at the home, 106 Chestnut Drive and following the memorial service at the funeral home.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Wednesday, May 9, 2007)

Kethleen Irene Ferber GLENDON

MOYOCK - Kathleen Irene Ferber GLENDON, 48, of 152 Camellia Drive, Moyock, died Monday, June 27, 2011 at the Albemarle Hospital. Mrs. GLENDON, a native of Callicoon, N.Y. was the daughter of Raymond Edwin FERBER and Linda Irene Luckey FERBER of Callicoon, N.Y., and the wife of Robert Francis GLENDON of the residence. She was a member of and worked in the before and after school care of Moyock Untied Methodist Church. Besides her parents and husband, she is survived by a daughter, Laura-Leigh Irene GLENDON of the residence; a son, Edwin Robert GLENDON of the residence; and a brother, John Henry FERBER of Callicoon, N.Y. A family visitation will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Moyock United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held later in New York. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, is serving the Glendon family.  (The Daily Advance - June 29, 2011)

Mary Poyner GLINES

(The Independent - September 27, 2006 [Obituary kindly submitted by Roy E. Sawyer]

Lillie Odessa Harvey GLISSON

JARVISBURG, N.C. - Lillie Odessa Harvey GLISSON, 63, of 119 Colonial Beach Road, Jarvisburg, N.C., entered into the heavenly realm on Aug. 14, 2015, in Chesapeake Medical Center after a lingering illness. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Lottie Saunders HARVEY.  Raised in a Christian home she was a member of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church. She attended the public schools in Currituck, N.C. Odessa had a passion for cooking and was employed on the Outer Banks most recently at Frisco's. Later she was employed on the Outer Banks for Seaside Reality where she was a maintenance engineer.  Funeral service for Lillie will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, at 2 p.m. in Corinth Missionary Baptist Church by the Rev. Reggie SAUNDERS. Rev. Curtis BRINKLEY is pastor of the church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the home of her sister, Maggie SANDERS, 117 Colonial Beach Road, Jarvisburg, N.C.  She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Marelene GLISSON of Jarvisburg, N.C., Joann SELBY and her husband Alvin of Manteo, N.C.; five sons, O'Deal HARVEY and his companion Cynthia WILLIAMS of Elizabeth City, N.C., Andre' HARVEY of Jarvisburg, N.C., Michael GALLOP and his wife Jennifer of Elizabeth City, N.C., Kevin GALLOP and his companion Deidra WHITE of Powells Point, N.C., and Marshall GALLOP and his companion Loretta WOODLEY of Jarvisburg, N.C. She is survived by 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, Timothy and Delilah ROUGHTON; three sisters, Jennette ARMSTRONG, Sandra HARVEY, and Maggie SANDERS, all of Jarvisburg, N.C.; two brothers; Gene HARVEY of Grandy, N.C., and Joseph HARVEY and his wife Roshein of Powells Point, N.C.  (The Daily Advance - August 17, 2015)

Linda Lee Slack GLISSON

Linda Lee Slack GLISSON, 40, of Midway Drive, an assistant comptroller, died Feb. 18, 1992, in her home. Mrs. GLISSON was born in Frederick, Md. She was employed with Barrier Island Realty and was a member of Poplar Branch Baptist Church.  Survivors include her husband, Orval Ray GLISSON, JR.; a daughter, Sharon P. MELSON of Coinjock; a step-daughter, Tammy L. GLISSON, and a step-son, Orval R. GLISSON, III, both of Pennsylvania; her mother, Florence L. SLACK of Grandy; four sisters, Mary E. STOTTLEMEYER of Woodsboro, Md., Patricia A. RAWLINGS of Monrovia, Md., Gloria J. WISSMAN of Grandy and Debbie L. SLACK; and two grandchildren.  The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in Poplar Branch Baptist Church by the Rev. Jim CLARK. Burial will be in Laurel Memorial Gardens, Currituck. Friends may join the family from 7 to 8 p.m. today in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City.  (The Virginian-Pilot - February 19, 1992; pg. D2)

Orval Ray GLISSON, III

Orval Ray GLISSON, III, 27, died Aug. 31, 1994. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. today in Laurel Memorial Gardens, Poplar Branch, N.C. Twiford's Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot – September 2, 1994; pg. B2)

Dorothy Bundy GODFREY

Dorothy Bundy GODFREY, 87, of 541 Puddin Ridge Road, Moyock, NC died Monday, September 9, 2013 at Sentara Barco Nursing Center.  Born in Pasquotank County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Oscar Linwood and Gertrude Winslow BUNDY and was the wife of the late Edward Eugene GODFREY, SR.  Mrs. GODFREY was a member of Moyock United Methodist Church and had worked in Dr. Everette SAWYER’s office as an LPN.  She is survived by two daughters, Ann Godfrey TRAINOR of Currituck, NC and Trudy Godfrey CARTER of Coinjock, NC; three sons, Edward E. GODFREY, JR., Linwood C. GODFREY and James S. GODFREY, all of Moyock, NC; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.  A graveside funeral service will take place Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Moyock Memorial Cemetery with the Rev. Ricky BISHOP officiating. The family will receive friends at the residence. Twiford Funeral Home, Memorial Chapel, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Godfrey family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Jasper J. GODFREY

MOYOCK, NC - Jasper J. GODFREY, age 92, of Moyock, NC, died Friday, February 21, 2003 in Sentara Barco Nursing Home. He was born in Perquimans, NC, son of the late Noah, and Katie Stallings GODFREY. Mr. GODFREY was a retired farmer and served in the U.S. Army.  He is survived by many nieces and nephews.  A funeral service will be Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 3:00 PM in Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Tom SUPLEE officiating. Burial will be in the Moyock Cemetery. The family will receive friends in lobby of the funeral home following the service. Twiford’s Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.  ((The Virginian-Pilot – February 22, 2003; pg. B7)

Mary Elizabeth Evans GODFREY

Mary Elizabeth Evans GODFREY, 99, formerly of 1012 W. Williams Circle, Elizabeth City, NC died Thursday, January 27, 2011 in Albemarle Hospital.  She was a native of Currituck County, NC, daughter of the late Gilbert and Beulah Belle Sawyer EVANS was the widow of the late Melvin C. GODFREY.  Mrs. GODFREY was a member of First Baptist Church.  Mrs. GODFREY is survived by her brother, K. Morgan EVANS and wife, Carolyn of Elizabeth City, NC as well as nieces and nephews.  Besides her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by two brothers, Wilbur EVANS and Captain G. Russell EVANS.  A funeral service will be conducted on Monday, January 31, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Rev. Roland COOPER officiating.  Burial will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the residence of Morgan and Carolyn EVANS, 1512 Hopkins Drive, Elizabeth City, NC immediately following the service.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the Godfrey family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Thurman G. GODFREY

VIRGINIA BEACH - Thurman G. GODFREY, 83, went to be with the Lord Oct. 3, 2010. He is survived by his children, Tonya KULENGUSKI and her husband Robert, Tracy SIERZCHULA and husband David, Greg GODFREY and wife Connie, Robert GODFREY, and Dana GODFREY; his grandchildren, Jason KULENGUSKI, Tara RAMEY, Brittany GODFREY, Alex GODFREY, Katherine GODFREY, Kevin GODFREY and Kristen GODFREY; and one great-grandchild, Miss Ellie KULENGUSKI. He is also survived by a brother, Albert GODFREY; and his sisters, Nina SYKES, Jakie PHELPS and Shirley HAMN. Mr. GODFREY was an expert navigator with the U.S. Merchant Marines for more than 40 years. He retired to take care of his beloved wife during her long and difficult illness. He enjoyed tending his large vegetable garden on his property in Currituck County, North Carolina for the benefit of family and neighbors. On most days, until his death, he could still be found tinkering at home in his workshop and on his two boats. However, his greatest joy and purpose in life came from the love and devotion to his grandchildren. He delighted in spending time with them on various projects. His final project was his mission with grandson, Kevin, to pursue the re-opening and restoration of a waterway in Currituck County, to once again allow boat traffic and fishing by adjoining property owners. He was surprised and incredibly proud to learn just before his death that the waterway will bear his name. Mr. GODFREY will long be remembered for his selfless devotion and loyalty to his mother and siblings during his youth, and later to his wife, children, and adoring grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home, and will immediately proceed to Rosewood Memorial Park for burial.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Friday, October 8, 2010)

Mable Gecolia Shaw White GODWIN

Mable Gecolia Shaw White GODWIN, 69, died at 5:15 p.m. May 21, 1993, in Sentara Nursing Center of Currituck, Barco, N.C.  She was a Currituck County, N.C., native; a member of Samuel Chapel Holiness Church, Moyock; president of its senior usher board; president of its pastor's aide and a member of its mother's board. She was a retired assistant manager of the laundry department of Albemarle Hospital, Elizabeth City, N.C. She was the daughter of the late John SHAW and Ida Perkins SHAW and the widow of Bruce GODWIN. Survivors include three daughters, Ida M. BRUMSEY of Southampton, N.Y., Marita A. POWELL of Moyock and Gloria BENNETT of Jersey City, N.J.; three stepdaughters, Ruth FEREBEE of South Mills, N.C., Lois WHITE of Elizabeth City and Mary HARRIS of Teaneck, N.J.; a step-son, Hiram GODWIN of Camden, N.C.; a brother, Booker T. SHAW of Portsmouth, Va.; a sister-in-law, Vernice P. SHAW of Portsmouth; a son-in-law, Ronald L. POWELL, SR., of Moyock; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Samuel Chapel Holiness Church by Elder L.J. POWELL, JR. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Viewing will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Samuel Chapel Holiness Church. Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – May 23, 1993; pg. B6)

Mary Adline GOINGS

Mary Adline GOINGS, 49, died Feb. 20, 2002 in Maryview Medical Center.  She was born in Currituck, N.C., and was a homemaker. She was a member of Mount Herman Church of Christ Disciples, Norfolk, where she was an usher and faithful worker in the church kitchen. She attended Maury High School.  Survivors include her husband, Vincent GOINGS; three daughters, Michelle DAVIS and Connie M. LAND, both of Portsmouth, and Mary MORGAN of Chesapeake; three sons, Bernard MORGAN of Norfolk, Todd LAND of Virginia Beach and Damion LAND of Portsmouth; her mother, Alice G. DAVIS of Norfolk; her father, Cornelious P. DAVIS of Jacksonville, Fla.; four sisters, Doris WINSTON, Lonnie WILLIAMS, Marilyn DAVIS and Flora DAVIS, all of Norfolk; three brothers, Walter DAVIS of Newport News, Jesse DAVIS of Joliet, Ill., and Troy DAVIS of Norfolk; grandparent, Addie BUTTS of Elizabeth City, N.C.; seven grandchildren, Keyunta MORGAN, Kevonte MORGAN, Keymontre MORGAN, all of Chesapeake, Cierra WYNN, Ciana WYNN, Khalil WILLIAMS and Quest WILLIAMS, all of Virginia Beach; and a score of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles and friends. A funeral will be conducted at noon Wednesday in Mount Herman Church of Christ Disciples, 3132 Somme Ave., Norfolk, by Pastor FIGGS. Interment will be in Pleasant Branch Church Cemetery, Currituck, N.C. The family will receive relatives and friends for remembrance and visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at P.G. Thomasson Funeral Service, Bonney Road Chapel.  (The Virginian-Pilot – February 25, 2002; pg. B6)

Germain Anthony GOLEMBOWSKI

Ada Mae Wright GOODWIN

POWELLS POINT, NC - Ada Mae "Mary" Wright GOODWIN, 78, died Tuesday, July 26, 2005 at Norfolk General Hospital. Mrs. GOODWIN was born in Jacksonville, FL and was a homemaker. She was a member of the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Mrs. GOODWIN was the daughter of the late Lonnie E. and Ada Mae Houston WRIGHT and the widow of Edward Lewis GOODWIN.  She is survived by three daughters; Melody DEMAREST and Michelle SURI, both of NC and Melissa ALPHONSE of MN; six sons; Roby GOODWIN and Danny GOODWIN, both of NJ, Steve GOODWIN of PA, David GOODWIN of WA, Timmy GOODWIN of CA and Chris GOODWIN of NC; one sister, Gerri PRESTON of FL and fourteen grandchildren.  A Celebration of Life will be held at Twiford’s Colony Chapel, Manteo, on Friday, July 29th, 2005 at 2:00 PM with Father Bill STICKLE officiating. Burial will take place in Nichols Cemetery in Nichols, NY. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.  Twiford’s Funeral Home, Manteo, is assisting the family with these arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, July 28, 2005)

Edward Lewis GOODWIN

POWELLS POINT, NC - Edward Lewis GOODWIN, 79, died Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at an Elizabeth City medical facility. Mr. GOODWIN was born in Nichols, NY and was a retired Navy radioman, a radio and television repairman and worked at Seascape Security. He was a member of the Dare County Radio Control Flyers Club and Ham Radio Operator. He was a Veteran having served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and worked in the Pacific as a Radioman and Gunner and Catalina “Black Cat” flying boats. Mr. GOODWIN was the son of the late Walter Lewis GOODWIN and the late Lena Pearl Mills GOODWIN and the husband of Ada Mae Wright GOODWIN of the home.  Besides his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Melody DEMAREST and Michelle SURI both of North Carolina and Melissa ALPHONSE of Minnesota; six sons, Roby GOODWIN and Danny GOODWIN both of New Jersey, Steve GOODWIN of Pennsylvania, David GOODWIN of Washington, Timmy GOODWIN of California and Chris GOODWIN of North Carolina; one sister, Junia OAKLEY of New York; one brother, Charles GOODWIN of New York and 13 grandchildren.  A visitation will be held at Twiford’s Colony Chapel, Manteo, Monday, December 29, 2003 at 10:00 AM. Burial will take place at the Nichols Cemetery in Nichols, NY at a later date.  Twiford’s Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assisting the family with these arrangements.  (The Coastland Times - Sunday, December 28, 2003; pg. 14A)

Thomas Michael GOODWIN

GRANDY - Thomas Michael GOODWIN, 60, of Grandy, died Thursday, April 20, 2006, at his residence. Born in Durham, N.C., he was the son of Grace Myers GOODWIN of Plainfield, Ind., and the late Caleb Walker GOODWIN, JR. and was the husband of Linda Simmons GOODWIN of the residence. Mr. GOODWIN was a building inspector for the Town of Duck, N.C., a former building inspector for the Town of Kill Devil Hills, N.C., and was a member of the Roanoke Island Baptist Church. Besides his wife and mother, Mr. GOODWIN is survived by three daughters, Sherry G. MEADOR and husband Rusty of Oriental, N.C., Danna Michelle GOODWIN of Kill Devil Hills and Julia G. TODD and husband Jeremy of Fort Polk, La.; two step-daughters, Kimberly Carol SCOTT and Carole Lyn SCOTT, both of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; a step-son, James Wesley SCOTT and wife Amy of Boca Raton, Fla.; three sisters, Rebecca WARD of Grimesland, N.C., Rachel ALLEN of Plainfield, Ind., and Grace Leigh NUFFER of Niceville, Fla.; two grandchildren, Mitch and Mariah Anne MEADOR; and two step-grandchildren, Beth and Joey SCOTT. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Twiford’s Colony Chapel, Manteo, by the Rev. Robert PITSCH. The family will receive friends and relatives at the home, 121 Faris Drive, Grandy on Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. Mike was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and treasured friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, April 25, 2006; pg. 14A)

Linda Morse GORDON

Mrs. Linda Morse GORDON, 71, went home to Jesus on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, after a 12-year battle with Alzheimer's. She passed peacefully, surrounded by her immediate family. Linda was born on May 16, 1948, in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Francis and Marjorie MORSE. She grew up in the Outer Banks area. After graduation from Knapp High School in Currituck, North Carolina, she attended Meredith College where she earned a degree in mathematics. Linda began a 30-plus teaching career in Atlanta, Georgia, that was interrupted after only one semester when she resigned to marry her college boyfriend.  During her 49-year marriage, she lived and taught in North Dakota, Georgia and North Carolina. She began teaching in North Carolina in 1987, at West Charlotte High School. She also taught at North Mecklenburg High School and ended her teaching career at Concord's JM Robinson High School. She loved and was loved by her students. Linda loved being at the beach and swimming in the ocean with family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling and any new adventure. She never met a stranger and always greeted everyone with her contagious smile. She is survived by her husband, Ron GORDON of Concord; her only child, Amy and her husband, Tim of Asheville; two grandchildren, Emma of Asheville, and Hunter and his wife, Casey of Wilmington; and her sister, Nancy of Raleigh.  Due to Covid-19 conditions, a graveside burial will be conducted Tuesday, May 5, 2020, at Forsyth Memorial Park.  A celebration of life will be scheduled once restrictions are lifted. Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel 3315 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27103  (Winston-Salem Journal)

Walter Francis GORDON

Walter Francis GORDON, 54, 216 Grandy Road, Grandy, N.C., died at his residence, Friday, Aug. 29, 2008. Funeral services will be held at Piney Grove Disciples of Christ, Harbinger, N.C., Friday at 2 p.m.. Burial will be in Piney Grove Disciples of Christ Church Cemetery, Harbinger, N.C. Viewing will be Thursday from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the funeral home. The family will receive friends at the home of Mrs. Jesse M. SPENCE at 261 Grandy Road, Grandy, N.C. Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include his parents, Eldon Lewis TAYLOR and Earline TAYLOR of Palm Bay, Florida and Vyonie Gordon MARROWSKI of Brooklyn, N.Y.; his wife, Suzette GORDON; one son, Tyrone GORDON of Manteo, N.C.; three sisters, Antionette GORDON and Erma GORDON, both of Brooklyn, N.Y. and Refine STEWART of Jamaica, N.Y.; three brothers, Allah Sun TAYLOR and wife, Valerie, and Kamel TAYLOR, both of Palm Bay, Fla., and Supreme TAYLOR of Jamaica, N.Y.; and three grandchildren.  (Daily Advance – Wednesday, September 3, 2008)

John Cory GOSSMAN

Cathryn Langton GOTTSCHALK

CURRITUCK - Cathryn “Kit” Langton GOTTSCHALK, 94, of 168 Belles Island Road, Currituck, NC died Sunday, June 19, 2005 at Sentara Barco Nursing Home. A native of Shamokin, PA, she was born the daughter of the late James and Catheryn O’Brien LANGTON, and was the widow of Leo J. GOTTSCHALK. She was a member of St. Katherine Drexel Catholic Church.  Mrs. GOTTSCHALK is survived by: one daughter Joan GOHR of Currituck, NC; five grandchildren Larry, Cathy, Mike, Chip and Lee; ten great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.  A memorial service will be conducted Tuesday, June 21, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. in St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church, with Mr. Wojciech CHUDZIAK, Pastoral Assistant officiating. The family will receive friends after the service at the church. Burial will follow in St. Katherine Drexel Memorial Gardens.  Twiford’s Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is in charge of arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Monday, June 20, 2005)

Sue Winifred Russell GOWLAND

POWELLS POINT - Sue Winifred GOWLAND, 69, of Powells Point, passed away at her residence on Monday, August 7, 2006. She was born in Warren, PA on November 4, 1936, Sue Winifred RUSSELL, the daughter of Carl Huber RUSSELL and Mary Belle Highhouse RUSSELL.  She was a long time resident of Warren, PA, prior to retiring to NC. She was a loving mother and grandmother, always cheerful and supportive of others.  She is preceded in death by her parents and one son, John Carl GOWLAND.  She is survived by her oldest son, Edmund Eaton GOWLAND and wife, Sandy Jo GOWLAND of Kill Devil Hills, NC; a granddaughter, Amber Sue LEVISH, a grandson, Edmund Carl GOWLAND and one great-granddaughter, Chanel Storm LEVISH, all residing in PA.  Viewing will be held at Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, NC on Friday, August 11, 2006 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements.  (The Coastland Times - Thursday, August 10, 2006; pg. 12A)

Ashley C. GRANDY

Ashley Corbell GRANDY [JR.]

TUCSON - Ashley "Ash" Corbell GRANDY, 92, passed away on November 1, 2023, at home in Tucson, AZ. He was born on July 27, 1931, in Grandy, NC, to Ashley and Dolly GRANDY. After his father's death when he was just three years old, Ash and his siblings endured 13 years in an orphanage, which cultivated a resiliency that allowed him to accomplish many personal and professional accolades.  Ash served in the Air Force for 21 years, including a deployment to Vietnam. During his time there, he invented a bomb sling that was considered extraordinary at the time. He was also a member of the Air Force volleyball team and had a remarkable 42" vertical jump. After retiring from the Air Force, Ash became the Parks & Recreation Director for Clovis, NM, where he dedicated another 20 years of his life.  Ash was known for his beautiful singing voice and would call to sing "Happy Birthday" to all his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren on their special day. He had a passion for sports and was an avid golfer. Ash ran out of room on his shelves for all the trophies he won. Throughout his recreational golf career, he achieved an impressive seven hole-in-ones. Being from North Carolina, he was also a devoted fan of the Tar Heels. Ash was named to the New Mexico State Officiating Hall of Fame.  Ash was in great health when he discovered he needed triple bypass surgery ten years ago. His heart stayed strong until his wife of 68 years, Helen, passed away October 29, 2023. After her passing he was broken hearted and told loved ones he hoped to be with her soon. Just three days after Helen passed, he died of a heart attack.  Ash is survived by his sister, Ann Lee Ramsey BISHOP, daughters Sheila GENTRY, Dolly HUGHES Suzy O'ROURKE (Tony), Debbie SAWATZKY, and son Ace GRANDY  . He was a loving grandfather to 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Ash was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Helen, his brother Earl GRANDY, sisters Joyce Glover GALLAGHER and Shirley June MARTIN, grandson Eric GENTRY, great-grandson Nolan BLAUW, and son-in-law Tony O'ROURKE.  A Celebration of Life in honor of Ash and Helen GRANDY will be held at Hope Church in Tucson, AZ, on December 16, 2023, at 2:00 pm. This gathering will serve as a time for family and friends to come together, sharing memories and paying tribute to a remarkable couple who touched the lives of so many.  May Helen and Ash's memory live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved them.  (Eastern New Mexico News)

Colon Waden GRANDY, SR.

Colon Waden GRANDY, 80, of 167 Barnard Road, Grandy, NC died Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Sentara Barco Nursing Home. Born in Currituck County, NC he was the son of the late Marshall Clyde GRANDY and Anna Maude Summerell GRANDY and was the husband of  Dorothy Davis GRANDY for 59 years. Mr. GRANDY retired from NC Fishers as a captain after 27 years of service. He owned and operated Caroland Farm Hunting and Fishing Lodge and was also a retired farmer.  In addition to his wife, Mr. GRANDY is survived by two sons, Colon W. GRANDY, JR. and wife, Allie, of Grandy, NC, and Billy GRANDY and wife, Julie, of Poplar Branch, NC; two sisters, Mabel COOPER and Elizabeth SAWYER, both of Poplar Branch, NC; a brother, Wiley GRANDY of Poplar Branch, NC; and a granddaughter, Amanda GRANDY.  A private graveside service was held Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. in the Morse Family Cemetery, Bells Island Road, Currituck, NC. Twiford Funeral Home, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the GRANDY family.  (Twiford Funeral Home & also The Daily Advance - Wednesday, April 18, 2012)

Cyrus Glover GRANDY
The North Carolinian [Elizabeth City, NC] - Thursday, July 22, 1869; pg. 3

Dorothy Davis GRANDY

Frances Arlene GRANDY

George Bell GRANDY
Unknown newspaper - circa September 18, 1966) - (George B. Grandy died Sept. 16, 1966)

Helen Ann Holmes GRANDY

Inez Barco GRANDY

Inez Barco GRANDY, 89, died Feb. 3, 1999. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Twiford's Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City.  (The Virginian-Pilot – February 4, 1999; pg. B7)

Mamie Marie Ferebee GRANDY

Mamie Marie Ferebee GRANDY, 90, of 1008 Maple Street, Elizabeth City, NC died on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Norfolk, VA. Born in Shawboro, NC, she was the daughter of the late Mitchell Simmons and Annie Lee Sears FEREBEE and was the widow of Mr. Bryan Osborne GRANDY. She was an avid gardener who loved children, friends and life. As a homemaker, she was devoted to her family and was an inspiration to her children. She had the unique ability to love each of her children as if they were her only child. Mrs. GRANDY was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and had formerly attended Poplar Branch Baptist Church.  Mrs. GRANDY is survived by her daughters, Margaret Ann SPENCE and husband Don of Flower Mound, TX, Betty Jean STONE and husband Raymond of Nags Head, NC, Caroline Jo WALLACE and husband Carroll of Grandy, NC, Patricia Ann DAVIS and husband Fred Allen of Elizabeth City, NC, Frances Arlene GRANDY of Elizabeth City, NC, and Mary Lee SCHWARGA and husband Gregory of Currituck, NC; sons, Paul E. GRANDY and wife Helen Ann of Harbinger, NC, Frank GRANDY and wife Judy of Yorktown, VA, Clinton J. GRANDY and his friend Adora FLATTUM of Grandy, NC, and Charles N. GRANDY and wife Donna of Poplar Branch; twenty-three grandchildren, thirty-nine great grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren. Along with her parents and her husband she was preceded in death by a son, Melvin Dallas GRANDY, and her daughter-in-law, Nettie Louise GRANDY.  A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Rev. Aaron PENDLEY officiating. Burial will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home and at all other times at the residence. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the GRANDY family.  (The Coastland Times – Tuesday, October 20, 2009; pg. 6A)

Melvin Dallas GRANDY, SR.

CHESAPEAKE - Melvin Dallas GRANDY, SR., 66, of the 2300 block of Ballahack Road, died Dec. 19, 2005. Mr. GRANDY was born in Poplar Branch, N.C., to Marnie M. Ferbee GRANDY and the late Bryan Osborne GRANDY.  Mr. GRANDY was an active member of the Lake Drummond Baptist Church and the Wallaccton Ruritan Club. He was predeceased by one son, Melvin D. GRANDY, JR.  Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Marnie; his wife of 47 years, Nettie Louise GRANDY; sons, Michael GRANDY and wife Michelle, Danny GRANDY and wife Billie Jo, Brian GRANDY and wife Trina, all of Moyock, N.C., and William GRANDY and wife Shannon of Chesapeake; six sisters; four brothers; 15 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A funeral will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at Lake Drummond Baptist Church with the Rev. Jim TRAUTZ officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Twiford’s Colonial Chapel today from 7 to 8:30 p.m.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, December 22, 2005)

Occa GRANDY
[see the Joseph B. Grandy Cemetery]

Paul E. GRANDY, SR.

Tommy Ray GRANDY

W. Eldon GRANDY

GRANDY - W. Eldon GRANDY, 67, of Grandy, N.C., died Tuesday, March 27, 2007, at Albemarle Hospital. Mr. GRANDY was born in Grandy to the late Willie and Inez Barco GRANDY and was the husband of Phyllis Crane GRANDY. He was a lifetime member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Men. He was co-owner of the Soundside Orchard and formerly served in the Army National Guard. Besides his wife, Mr. GRANDY is survived by one son, W. Eldon "Buddy" GRANDY, JR. and wife, Ellen, of Barco, N.C.; a brother, Tommy R. GRANDY and wife, Sheila, of Grandy; and a grandson, Tyler William GRANDY of Barco. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, March 30, 2007, at Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Church St., Elizabeth City, N.C., by pastors David Blackman, Dennis CREHAN and Glenn McCRANIE. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, is assisting the GRANDY family.  (Daily Advance - Thursday, March 29, 2007)

Wiley Marshall GRANDY

Wiley Marshall GRANDY, 79, of Poplar Branch, NC died November 28, 2013 at Norfolk Sentara Hospital.   He was born in Currituck, NC,  son of the late Marshall Clyde and Anna Summerell GRANDY and  was retired from the US Coast Guard.  Survivors include two daughters, Glenda and husband Thomas WISENBAKER, and Rosalie (Rose) GRANDY and companion Herb MALTBA all  of Poplar Branch, NC; one sister, Mable COOPER and her husband Ronnie of Poplar Branch, NC; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.   He was predeceased by two sisters, Rosalie GRANDY and Elizabeth SAWYER; two brothers, Colon GRANDY and George Allen GRANDY; his former wife Olive Hayman GREEN and a close family friend, Amanda CORBELL.  A funeral service with military honors by the VFW Post #6060  will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 30, 2013 at Twiford Memorial Chapel,  405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, NC with the Rev. F. Joe GRIFFITH officiating. Burial will be in the New Hollywood Cemetery. Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church Street, Elizabeth City is assisting the Grandy family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

William Leroy GRANDY

IN GRANDY - William Leroy "Willie" GRANDY, 79, of Grandy, died November 10 at 8 p.m. in the Albemarle Hospital after an illness.  Funeral services were Friday at 2 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel.  Burial followed in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.  Mr. GRANDY was a native and lifelong resident of Currituck County and resided in Grandy.  He was a retired farmer, a member of the Poplar Branch Baptist Church and a former deacon of the church.  He was a member of the Poplar Branch Ruritan Club and was son of the late Thomas J. and Mrs. Nancy Corbell GRANDY of Grandy.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Inez Barco GRANDY of the home; two sons: William Eldon GRANDY, SR. and Tommy R. GRANDY, both of Grandy; a sister, Mrs. Pearl UPTON of Norfolk; two grandsons: Eldon GRANDY, JR. and Ashley GRANDY, both of Grandy.  (The Southern Post - November 17, 1982; pg. 13)

Ora Gregory GRASSE

Ora Gregory GRASSE, 83, died April 8, 1992, in her home.  Mrs. GRASSE was born in Jarvisburg, N.C.  Survivors include a daughter, Abbie-Jane RUSSO of Naples; and three grandchildren.  The funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Graham Funeral Home, South Norfolk Chapel, by Bob OSIER. Burial will be in Riverside Memorial Gardens.  (The Virginian-Pilot – April 12, 1992; pg. B5)

Annie Kelly GRAY

Funeral services were conducted near Norfolk Thursday of last week for Mrs. Annie Kelly GRAY, the wife of Wm. R. GRAY, former Dare Co. Clerk of the Court, who died Tuesday at her summer home after a short illness. She was a native of Currituck County and a resident of Norfolk for 45 years. Besides Mr. GRAY who was her second husband, she is survived by one son, Maurice M. BISHOP of Boston, Mass; one step-son, Stephen C. GRAY of Norfolk County; one step-daughter, Mrs. Nancy Gray WHITEHEAD of Franklin; two sisters: Mrs. O.H. WALKER and Mrs. Bessie ELLIOTT, both of Norfolk; and 6 grandchildren. Burial was in Riverside Memorial Park, Norfolk.  (The Coastland Times - Friday, September 12, 1958; pg. 1)

Annie Mae Scott GRAY

NORFOLK- Mrs. Annie May Scott GRAY, 94, widow of Walter GRAY and daughter of William and Mrs. Ann Poole SCOTT, died Wednesday at 3:25 a.m. in her home at 172 W. Ocean View Ave.  Mrs. GRAY, born in Currituck County, N.C., lived in Norfolk 50 years.  She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Ethel G. LEWIS and Mrs. Junius A. COLEMAN of Norfolk; a son, Carroll B. GRAY of Tasley; two granddaughters, Mrs. T.A. BARHAM and Mrs. Junius A. COLEMAN, JR. of Norfolk; and seven step-grandchildren.  A funeral service will be held in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments Friday at noon by the Rev. Gordon I. KELLER of Park Place Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Elmwood Cemetery.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, June 4, 1964)  [Obituary posted on the Currituck County Query Board by Shirley of Charleston, SC who makes the following statement: Step-daughters, Rosa Gray Drinkwater died on December 16, 1952 Elizabeth City, N.C.; Adelia Gray Roberts died November 2, 1929 Charleston, S.C and buried in Currituck County, N.C. I believe their mother was Adelia Boswood Gray who died March 5, 1886 and is buried in Currituck County, N.C.]

Benjamin L. GRAY

BENJAMIN L. GRAY DIES AT COINJOCK - Benjamin L. GRAY, 81, of Coinjock died Tuesday morning after an illness of three days. He was a lifelong resident of Coinjock. Surviving are two daughters: Mrs. Vivian RYDER of Manteo and Mrs. John S. PARTRIDGE of Hilton Village, Va.; two sons: Paul L. GRAY of the U.S. Navy and Vance GRAY of Jersey City, New Jersey; and two grandsons. Funeral services were conducted at 2:30 Wednesday afternoon at the graveside in the family plot at Coinjock.  (The Dare County Times - Friday, January 22, 1943; pg. 1)

Charles Griggs GRAY

Elias Edmonds GRAY, IV

COROLLA - Elias Edmonds GRAY, IV, 90, of Corolla, NC died at Spring Arbor of the Outer Banks in Kill Devil Hills on Thursday, July 3, 2008. Mr. GRAY was born in Warrenton, VA and was a communications engineer and was a veteran, having served in the U. S. Army. He was the son of the late Elias Edmond GRAY, III and the late Charlotte Marsteller GRAY.  Mr. GRAY is survived by his wife, Ellen Rammel GRAY of the residence; a daughter, Lucy Mitchell GRAY of Corolla; a son, Thomas Edmonds GRAY of California; and one granddaughter, Ashley Ellen GRAY of California.  A memorial service will be held at Spring Arbor of Outer Banks on Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 4:00 PM. A reception will follow the service.  Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements.  (The Coastland Times [Manteo, NC] - Tuesday, July 8, 2008; pg. 10A)

Elsie Mae Forbes GRAY

POWELLS POINT - Elsie Mae Forbes GRAY, 93, of Newberns Landing Road, died Friday, April 24, at the Albemarle Hospital. Mrs. GRAY, a native of Currituck County, was the daughter of the late John William FORBES and Deeny M. FORBES and the widow of Allen Hughes “Bud” GRAY. She was a homemaker and a member of Powells Point Baptist Church.  Mrs. GRAY is survived by a daughter, Kay Gray MIHOVCH and husband Roger of Manteo, NC; two sons, Melvin GRAY and wife Louise, and Gerald GRAY and wife Lynn all of Powells Point, NC; seven grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren. She was predeceased by one sister and two brothers.  Funeral services will be Sunday, April 26, 2009 at 3:00 PM at Powells Point Baptist Church with the Rev. Herbert HEMINGWAY officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at residence.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is in charge of arrangements.  (The Coastland Times [Manteo, NC] - Sunday, April 26, 2009; pg. 10A)

Florence Wilkins GRAY

Geneva Jones Brown GRAY

Geneva Jones Brown GRAY, died Sept. 18, 1993, in Virginia Beach.  Mrs. GRAY was born in Currituck, N.C.  Survivors include her husband, C.V. GRAY; one daughter, Eva R. STEED of Virginia Beach; four sons, James E. BROWN, JR. of Richmond, Willie BROWN of Chesapeake and Nathaniel BROWN and Wyman GRAY, both of Norfolk; her step-mother, Helen JONES; one sister, Mary HIGHSMITH of New York City; one brother, John Thomas JONES of California; five grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in First Baptist Church Lynnhaven by the Rev. Lavin WILLIAMS. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. The family will assemble at 548 Hannibal St., Virginia Beach, by noon Saturday. Hale Funeral Home is handling arrangements. (The Virginian-Pilot – September 23, 1993; pg. D2)

John Flwetcher GRAY

Juanita B. GRAY

Louise Dowdy GRAY

Melvin Lee GRAY

Spencer Curtis GRAY [SR.]

Wallace R. GRAY

BUXTON - Wallace R. GRAY, 81, of Buxton, NC, died Saturday, February 7, 2004, in a Barco, NC nursing home. Mr. GRAY was a retired Attorney in Manteo and was also a developer in later years. He graduated from the University of North Carolina with a Law Degree and was a veteran, having served in as a Radioman in the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII in the north and south Pacific. Mr. GRAY was the son of the late Charles Poole and Odessa Jennette GRAY and was the husband of the late Margaret Creef GRAY. Mr. GRAY is survived by a sister, Janet G. FINNEGAN of Buxton, NC; three brothers, Thomas B. GRAY and wife, Winnie, H. Curtis GRAY and wife, Olga "Pete", and Jack S. GRAY and wife, Mary, all of Buxton, NC. Funeral services will be held at the Buxton United Methodist Church on Monday, February 9, 2004 at 1:00 pm with Rev. Charles MOSELEY officiating. Burial will follow in the Quidley Cemetery, Buxton. The family will receive friends at the church on Sunday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 pm and at other times at the home of Jack & Mary Gray, Hwy 12, Buxton.  Twiford’s Island Chapel, Hatteras is assisting the family with arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Sunday, February 8, 2004)

Walter GRAY

Walter GRAY, aged 82, husband of Mrs. Annie Scott GRAY and son of the late Benjamin and Mrs. Matilda Poole GRAY, a native of Currituck County, N.C., and a resident of Norfolk for the past 30 years, died at the residence, 200 West Gilpin avenue, Pamlico, last night at 6:45 o'clock.  Mr. GRAY was a member of Ocean View Baptist Church. Besides his wife, Mrs. Annie Scott GRAY, he is survived by three daughters, Mrs. J.A. COLEMAN, of Norfolk; Mrs. A.W. DRINKWATER, of Manteo, N.C. and Mrs. Ethel Gray LEWIS, of Norfolk; a son Carroll B. GRAY of Norfolk; nine grandchildren, eight great-gran[d]children and a brother, B.L. GRAY, of Coinjock, N.C.  The body was taken to the H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, 1501 Colonial avenue, pending arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, December 22, 1942)  [Obituary posted on the Currituck County Query Board by Shirley of Charleston, SC who makes the following statement: Daughter, Adelia Gray Roberts died in Charleston, S.C. November 2, 1929]

Nellie Cayton GREEN

Nellie Cayton GREEN, 90, a retired interior designer, died Sept. 16, 1992, in a Norfolk hospital.  Mrs. GREEN was born in Currituck, N.C. She was the widow of Frank Edward GREEN and was a member of Pilmore United Methodist Church, Currituck, N.C.  Survivors include a daughter, Melle G. PRITCHARD of Portsmouth; a sister, Mattie C. BEASLEY of Knotts Island, N.C.; a brother, Charles M. CAYTON of Currituck, N.C.; and a grandchild.  The graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk, by the Rev. James SNOW. Friends may join the family from 7 to 8 p.m. today in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Norfolk.  (The Virginian-Pilot – September 18, 1992; pg. D2)

Carolyn Marie GREENE

BARCO - Carolyn Marie GREENE, 83, died April 15, 2000. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City, is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot – April 16, 2000; pg. B7)

Dale Glenn GREGOIRE

Dale Glenn GREGOIRE, 57, of 2812 Caratoke Highway, Currituck, NC died at his residence Sunday, February 17, 2008. He was born in New Orleans, LA to the late Sidney and Leah Marguerite Blum GREGOIRE and was the husband of Donna Lee Sanner GREGOIRE. Mr. GREGOIRE was retired from the U. S. Navy after 22 years of service of our country; he also was a registered nurse having worked at Guardian Care of Elizabeth City and Sentara Barco Nursing Center. He was a member of the American Legion Post #288 of Coinjock, NC and a lifetime member of the NRA.  Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Stacy Lynn DECASSAS and Claire Elaine ROBERTS both of New Orleans, LA; one sister, Sydney G. BRANSCOME of Dallas, TX, three granddaughters, and one great grandson.  Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 11:00 am in Twiford Funeral Home, Northside Chapel, 1115 N. Road Street, Elizabeth City.  Immediately following the service, military honors will be rendered by William Clarence Jackson V.F.W. Post #6060. Burial will be held later in Pennsylvania. The family will receive friends and relatives Friday evening from 7:00-8:00 in Twiford Funeral Home, Northside Chapel, and at other times at the residence, 2812 Caratoke Highway, Currituck, NC.  Twiford Funeral Home, Northside Chapel, 1115 N. Road Street is assisting the Gregoire family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Andrew GREGORY

Bertha Barco GREGORY

AYDLETT - Bertha Barco GREGORY, 85, of the 100 block of Tabernacle Lane, died Sept. 10, 2002, at her residence. She was born in Grandy, N.C., daughter of the late Clyde Wendell and Laura Evans BARCO. She was the widow of Winfred St. Clair GREGORY. She was a member of Mount Zion United Methodist Church, and Order of Eastern Star 218. She was a longtime nurse at Wright's Clinic and owner and operator of Gregory Fishing and Hunting Lodge.  She is survived by a daughter, Susie Gregory SPRUILL and husband Clyde "Booty" of Aydlett; a son, Robert Henry GREGORY and wife Josephine WHITEHURST of Moyock, N.C.; a sister, Helen Barco POOL of Barco, N.C.; four grandchildren, Sandra Spruill HILL, Robert Scott GREGORY, John Winfred GREGORY and Randall Wade GREGORY; seven great-grandchildren, Heather Elizabeth HILL, Ricky Lynn HILL II, Emily COLLIE, Shaun Henry GREGORY, Brent Winfred GREGORY, Ryan Wade GREGORY and Henry McClain GREGORY. Mrs. GREGORY is also survived by a friend and caregiver, Bessie LINDO. She was predeceased by two sisters, Inez Barco GRANDY and Mary Barco ETHERIDGE; and two brothers, Wendell Clyde and Ralph Evans BARCO.  A graveside service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in New Hollywood Cemetery with the Rev. Glenn McCRAINE officiating.  Twiford's Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – September 11, 2002; pg. B7)

 Caroline Woodhouse GREGORY
North Carolina Christian Advocate - July 19, 1934, pg. 24 - Kindly submitted by Judy Merrell Brickhouse.

Carrie Crain GREGORY

Cliford Ballance GREGORY, SR.

Emma GREGORY

DIED - At the residence of her son, John W. GREGORY in this city, Saturday morning, after a long and painful illness, Mrs. EMMA GREGORY, aged 64 years. She was a native of Currituck county, N.C.  (Norfolk Virginian - December 17, 1866)

Eugene Wayne GREGORY

MAPLE - Eugene Wayne "Greg" GREGORY, 68, died July 14, 2010. He was born in Augusta Springs, Va. Mr. GREGORY was a veteran having served in the U.S. Air Force. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Linda GREGORY; son, Michael GREGORY and wife Kim; mother, Uva SPROUSE; and granddaughters, Sasha and Selena. A memorial service will be held Sunday at 3 p.m. at Moyock Middle School, 216 Survey Road, Moyock.  (The Virginian-Pilot – Friday, July 16, 2010)

Gene Ansell GREGORY

James Dett GREGORY

BARCO - James Dett GREGORY, 71, died Sept. 24, 2003, in Sentara Nursing Home, Barco, N.C.  He was a retired employee of Ford Motor Co. and chief attendant of Stallings Funeral Homes. He is survived by his father, Austin GREGORY; mother, Ada Bernard GREGORY; his wife, Mary Lucille GREGORY of Norfolk; a daughter, Jacquelyn Gregory REED (David) of Washington, D.C.; two sons: Carlton GREGORY (Valerie) of Charlottesville, Va. and James D. GREGORY, JR. (Shelia) of Snowden, N.C.; and seven grandchildren.  A funeral will be held at noon Saturday at Mount Lebanon AME Zion Church, Elizabeth City, N.C., by the Rev. Robert E. MULLEN, eulogist. Burial will be in the Gregory Family Cemetery. A Christian wake will be held today from 7 to 8 p.m. at Mount Lebanon AME Church.  Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – Friday, September 26, 2003)

Jane Ellen Owens GREGORY

Janie Duncan GREGORY

Janie Duncan GREGORY, 89, a former resident of Elizabeth City and Wilson, NC., died Sunday January 22, 2006 in Elm City, NC.  Mrs. GREGORY was born July 27, 1916, in the Grandy community of Currituck County, and was the daughter of the late Ruben Acklin DUNCAN and Emma Jane Forbes GREGORY [this should probably be DUNCAN].  She was a graduate of the Moyock High School, a former buyer with Belk's of Elizabeth City, and was employed with W. T. Grants of Elizabeth City and managed the Fabric Shop in Elizabeth City. She also worked at the Old Colony Candle Shop in Wilson, NC.  She was preceded in death by her husband; Garnett GREGORY, SR., her son William Garnett GREGORY, JR., her sisters; Oreta HUBBARD and Louise D. KYLE and brother Thomas W. DUNCAN.  Survivors include her; granddaughter Cheri Gregory DUDLEY and husband, James of Elm City, NC and her great-granddaughter Lisa Renee DUDLEY.  The family will receive friends Wednesday from 1:30 P. M. to 2:30 P. M. at Twiford Funeral Home in Elizabeth City, NC.  A graveside funeral service will be held Wednesday at 3:00 P. M. at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Charles WELLONS officiating.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City is assisting the Gregory family with funeral arrangements.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Jean Bakay GREGORY

Jean Bakay GREGORY, of Shawboro, NC, was born to Polish immigrants Mary and George BAKAY on September 19, 1916 in Garfield, New Jersey.  She was working as a hairdresser when she met her future husband Thomas Edwin GREGORY on the Ferris wheel at the Palisades Park amusement park in New Jersey.  Edwin, known as “Big Ed”, was serving in the Coast Guard at the time.   They married January 29, 1944 and later moved to Shawboro, NC, where Edwin had been raised.  Jean loved to fish, taking any opportunity to head for the beach and the fishing pier.  Every fish she caught was a “nice one”.  She enjoyed making a big haul at Scrabble and beating Big Ed at Rummy.  She was delighted to become a grandmother and doted on her grandchild and great-grandchildren.   Jean was preceded in death by Edwin, her husband of 55 years, who passed away in 1999.  She is survived by her 3 children, Tom GREGORY of Richmond, VA, Alice TICE and husband Bill of Moyock, NC, and Eileen GREGORY of Pittsboro, NC; a sister Wanda KOPEC and brother Victor BAKAY both of Garfield, NJ; a grandson, Gregory TICE and wife Lindsey of Moyock, NC; and two 2 great-grandchildren, Alexis and Ashton TICE.  A third great-grandchild is on the way.   Jean will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.  Graveside funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. at the Gregory Cemetery, Indiantown Road, Shawboro, NC, with Rev. Charles WELLONS officiating.  The family will receive friends at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel on Tuesday evening from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the Gregory family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Kathleen Forbes GREGORY

Kathleen Forbes GREGORY, loving mother and grandmother, 95, of 232 South Indiantown Road, Shawboro, NC died Tuesday, September 15, 2009, at W.R. Winslow Memorial Home, Elizabeth City, NC. Born in Camden County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Haywood and Lillie Bray FORBES and was the widow of Mr. Edward Ansell GREGORY. She was a homemaker.  Mrs. GREGORY is survived by her daughter, Sandra ALBERTSON of Shawboro, NC; a son, Gene GREGORY and wife Jane Ellen of Shawboro, NC; seven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. Along with her parents and husband she was preceded in death by her son, Billy GREGORY; her son-in-law, Jimmy ALBERTSON; a sister Marguerite FORBES; and three brothers, Bernice FORBES, Floyd FORBES, and H. F. FORBES.   A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 11:00 am at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Pastors Charles STEVENS and Charles WELLONS officiating. Burial will be in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the residence of the daughter, 225 South Indiantown Road, Shawboro, NC. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to the Providence Baptist Church Building Fund, 765 Shawboro Road, Shawboro, NC 27973. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Gregory family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Lemuel James GREGORY

Linda Lee Aydlett GREGORY

Marge GREGORY

CHESAPEAKE - Marge J. GREGORY, 86, died Jan. 23, 2004. She was a homemaker and loving mother and will be missed by family and friends. She is survived by her son, Gene H. GREGORY, SR. and wife, Faye GREGORY of Windsor, Va.; grandchildren, Joy (Keith) MILLS, Gene H. (Lynne) GREGORY, JR., Everett (Michelle) BROWN, Cindy (Eric) DIXON; and great-grandchildren, Jonathan, Jacob and Garett. A graveside service will be held in Moyock Cemetery Saturday, Jan. 31 at 11 a.m.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Sunday, January 25, 2004)

Mariah Reid Christian GREGORY

Mariah Reid Christian GREGORY died Dec. 12, 2002.  Born in Currituck, N.C., "Mother", as she was known, was a retired school bus driver for the Head Start Program of Chesapeake. She was a member of New Oak Grove Baptist Church, the Senior Usher Ministry and the Pastor's Aide Ministry.  The widow of Percy GREGORY, she is survived by a daughter, Mary Ann CREEKMORE; a son, Joseph CHRISTIAN and wife, Marilyn; three sisters, Leliah HOLLOMAN, Esther HINES and Ruth FOREMAN, all of Virginia Beach; a brother, Lemuel REID of Gibbs, N.C.; eight grandchildren, David (Tracy) CREEKMORE, Cynthia (Ronnie) SMITH, Darrell CHRISTIAN, Alvin (Nancy) CHRISTIAN, Timothy CHRISTIAN, Robert (Rosario) CHRISTIAN, Joseph CHRISTIAN and Tammy (Larry) BROTHERS; 14 great-grandchildren; 12 sisters-in-law; two brothers-in-law; five step children; a number of step grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  A funeral will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at New Oak Grove Baptist Church, Virginia Beach, by the Rev. Tyrone JOHNSON with burial in the church cemetery. Community Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – December 15, 2002; pg. B6)

Marjorie Eason GREGORY

BARCO - Marjorie Eason GREGORY, 79, a native of Perquimans County, died September 20, 2001, at Sentara Nursing Home. She was the widow of James Edward GREGORY.  A funeral was conducted Saturday in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, by the Rev. Tracy GREGORY. Burial was in Up River Friends Cemetery.  Mrs. GREGORY was a member of Up River Friends Meeting.  Survivors include a son, Barry GREGORY of Chesapeake, Va.; three sisters, Lorraine CASPER of Belvidere, Betty Lou RIDDICK of Hobbsville and Gracie Lee RIDDICK of Elizabeth City; seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.  (Gates County Index - September 6, 2001)

Marjorie Erickson GREGORY

KILL DEVIL HILLS - Marjorie Erickson GREGORY, 92, of Kill Devil Hills, N.C., died Sunday July 4, 2004, at Brithaven of the Outer Banks. She was born Currituck County, NC, and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Hallie McCann Wright ERICKSON of Norfolk, Virginia. She and her late husband William Sanford GREGORY were the retired owner and operator’s of Gregory’s Cottages and Amoco. She was a member of the Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church, a charter member of the Coinjock Chapter # 218 Order of the Eastern Star, member of the Outer Banks Community Foundation, the College of the Albemarle Foundation and the Currituck County Historical Society.  Survivors include one sister; Ruth E. ESANCY of Chesapeake, Virginia and her nephews Thomas Goff ERICKSON, Lindsey E. ESANCY, Kenneth E. FUSCH, Thomas E. TALIAFERRO, SR., and her late husband’s nephew Norman H. GREGORY, JR. She was preceded in death by one sister Irene E. TALIAFERRO and one brother Thomas ERICKSON.  Funeral services will be conducted Sunday July 11, 2004, at 4:00 P. M. from the Twiford Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth, City N. C. by the Rev. Richard L. STONE. Burial will follow in the New Hollywood Cemetery in Elizabeth City, N. C. The family will receive friends Saturday afternoon July 10, 2004, from 4:30 P. M. to 5:30 P. M. at Twiford Funeral Home in Elizabeth City, N. C.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City is in charge of funeral arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Friday, July 9, 2004)

Nellie Ballance GREGORY

(Unknown newspaper - circa June 30, 1964)  Obituary submitted by Judy Merrell Brickhouse.  [Nellie Ballance Gregory died June 28, 1964]

Olive Layden GREGORY

Olive Layden Gregory, 91, of Poplar Branch, NC died Friday, June 8, 2012 at W.R. Winslow Memorial Home.  Born in Perquimans County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Oliver Dudd Layden, Sr. and Effie Ward Layden and was the wife of the late Norman Howard Gregory, Sr.  Mrs. Gregory was a member of Sharon United Methodist Church in Poplar Branch, NC and of the Order of the Eastern Star Coinjock Chapter 218.  She was the co-owner/operator of the New Fowler Store.  Mrs. Gregory is survived by her son, Norman Gregory, Jr. and wife Tracy of Chesapeake, VA; three grandchildren, John Gregory, Patrick Gregory and Macy Gregory; and one niece, Janice Huber and husband Chuck and their daughter Melissa of Elizabeth City, NC.  In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Oliver Dudd Layden, Jr. and Winton Layden.  A graveside funeral service will take place Monday, June 11, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at New Hollywood Cemetery with Pastor David Moehring officiating.  The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 4:00 until 5:00 p.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel.  Memorial donations may be made to Sharon United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 12, Aydlett, NC 27916.  Twiford Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Gregory family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Phillip McHorney GREGORY

(Unknown newspaper - circa Sept. 6, 1966)  Obituary submitted by Judy Merrell Brickhouse.  [Phillip M. Gregory was born Jan. 19, 1882 & died Sept. 4, 1966]

Phillip Lankford GREGORY

Phillip Lankford GREGORY, 86, died Nov. 1, 1994, in Norfolk.  Mr. GREGORY was born in Currituck County, N.C., and was a Baptist. He was retired from Ford Motor Co. after over 41 years and was a member of United Auto Workers Union (#919. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and was the widower of Rosetta GREGORY.  Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Ruth G. TAYLOR and her husband, Raymond H., of Virginia Beach and Virginia G. FICKE and her husband, George, of Edgewood, Ky.; a sister, Nellie ROBERTS of Shawboro, N.C.; two brothers, Seabrook GREGORY of Currituck County, N.C., and Clifford GREGORY of Elizabeth City; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.  A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the residence. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – November 2, 1994; pg. B6)

Reginald Anderson GREGORY

SHAWBORO - Reginald Anderson GREGORY, 93, of Shawboro, died at Albemarle Hospital Friday, December 10, 2004.  A funeral service will be held at Providence Missionary Baptist Church Friday at 1 p.m.  Burial will be in New Oak Cemetery.  A wake will be held at Walson Funeral Home today from 7-8:30 p.m.  Walson Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.  Mr. GREGORY was the widower of Grace Ann Archie GREGORY and the son of the late Charlie and Lillie Walker GREGORY.  Survivors include a son, James H. GREGORY of the home; 4 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors.  (The Daily Advance - Thursday, December 16, 2004)

Robert Henry GREGORY

Robert Milton GREGORY, III

Robert Milton GREGORY, III, 60, of 1898 Caratoke Hwy., Moyock, died Sunday, March 16, 2014 at Vidant Chowan Hospital, in Edenton.  Mr. GREGORY was the son of the late Milton Robert and Alice Cowell GREGORY. He also had one son, Derrick HUGHES that preceded him in death. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, two sisters, Cora WRIGHTON of Roper and Elsie WRIGHTON of Roper; six brothers, Henry WRIGHTON (Barbara), Willie WRIGHTON, Jessie WRIGHTON, Robert WRIGHTON (Carylon), Frank WRIGHTON and John Patrick WRIGHTON, all of Roper; two grandchildren, Ania HUGHES, Leah ELEAZER, both of Southhampton, N.Y.; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral service will be held today, March 27, 2014 at 1 p.m. at New Providence Missionary Baptist Church, 876 East Ridge Road in Shawboro, with Pastor Rev. Tyrone SMITH delivering the eulogy. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation was held Wednesday at Walson Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Walson Funeral Home, Inc., 723 Parsonage Street, is in charge of arrangements.   (The Daily Advance - March 27, 2014)

Ruth Mamie Waterfield GREGORY

Seabrook Waddell GREGORY

SHAWBORO - Seabrook Waddell GREGORY, age 92, formerly of Indiantown Road, Shawboro, NC, died Saturday, November 13, 2004, at Grace Health Care in Clewiston, FL. Mr. GREGORY, a native of Currituck County, was the widower of Villian Williams GREGORY and the son of the late Phillip GREGORY and Nellie Ballance GREGORY. He was retired from Ford Motor Company in Norfolk, VA.  Mr. GREGORY is survived by a daughter, Cloah G. HIGGINBOTHAM and husband Pete of Belle Glade, FL; a sister, Nellie G. ROBERTS of Shawboro, NC; a brother, Clifford GREGORY of Elizabeth City, NC; a grandson, Ottis K. BLACK, III, of Raleigh, NC; and two grandchildren, Kathryn BLACK and Stephen BLACK. He was predeceased by a daughter, Elizabeth W. GREGORY.  Funeral services will be Thursday, November 18, 2004, at 11:00 AM in Twiford’s Northside Chapel, 1115 North Road Street, Elizabeth City, NC, with the Rev. Charles WELLONS officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Park Cemetery.  Twiford’s Northside Chapel, 1115 North Road Street, Elizabeth City, NC, is in charge of arrangements.  (Twiford's Funeral Home records)

Thomas Branson GREGORY

SHAWBORO - Thomas Branson GREGORY, 81, retired civil service worker, died Sunday afternoon, Oct. 17, 1999, in Guardian Care Nursing Home.  He was a native of Camden County and was the son of the late Lewis and Lula Berry GREGORY and widower of the late Helen Eason GREGORY. Mr. GREGORY was a member of Providence Baptist Church and was a retired foreman from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. He also was the owner/operator of Gregory Brothers Grocery Store in Shawboro for 15 years and was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Coast Guard.  Mr. GREGORY is survived by two sons, Thomas Michael GREGORY of Elizabeth City and David Branson GREGORY of Camden; three brothers, Lucian GREGORY of Camden, John GREGORY of Chesapeake and Roger GREGORY of Virginia Beach; and three grandchildren.  A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Church Street, Elizabeth City. Burial will be in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will greet friends and relatives at the funeral home immediately following the chapel service.  (The Virginian-Pilot – October 19, 1999)

Thomas Edwin GREGORY

SHAWBORO - Thomas Edwin GREGORY, 78, of Indiantown Road, died Sunday, Feb. 28, 1999, at Albemarle Hospital.  He was born in Currituck County, the son of the late James Thomas and Adelia Sawyer GREGORY and the husband of Jean Bakay GREGORY of the residence. Mr. GREGORY was a member of Providence Baptist Church, served in the U.S. Coast Guard and was retired from the supply department of the Norfolk Naval Air Station.  In addition to his wife, survivors include two daughters, Alice Tice of SNOWDEN, N.C., and Eileen GREGORY of Pittsboro, N.C.; a son, Tom GREGORY of Richmond; a sister, Adelia DUNCAN of Gregory, N.C.; a grandchild; and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the GREGORY family cemetery, Shawboro, with the Rev. Charles WELLONS officiating.  (The Virginian-Pilot – March 1, 1999; pg. B9)

Walter Burns GREGORY

CHESAPEAKE - Walter Burns GREGORY, 75, died August 26, 2003 at his residence.  Mr. GREGORY was born in Little Rock, AR to the late, Robert B. and Maye Middendorf GREGORY. He was a veteran, having served in the US Navy for over 30 years and had attained the rank of Master Chief. Mr. GREGORY was predeceased by
his daughter, Maye Ann GREGORY.  Survivors include his wife, Marge Duviou GREGORY of Chesapeake; one son, Gene H. GREGORY and his wife Faye of Windsor; four grandchildren Joy MILLS and her husband Keith of Chesapeake, Gene GREGORY, JR. and his wife Lynn of Smithfield, Everett BROWN and his wife Michelle of Smithfield, and Cindy DIXION and her husband Eric of Magnolia, NC; three great grandchildren, Jonathan, Garrett and Jacob.  Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6., at 11:00 am at Twiford's Colonial Chapel, Chesapeake with Rev. Johnny McDONALD officiating. Burial will follow with full military honors at Moyock Cemetery, Moyock, NC. with Rev. Doyle WELLS officiating.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Wednesday, September 3, 2003)

Zola Hampton GREGORY

ELIZABETH CITY - Zola Hampton GREGORY, 81, died Dec. 28, 1990, in an Elizabeth City hospital. Mrs. GREGORY, a native of Currituck County, was a member of Coinjock Baptist Church. She was the widow of Kenneth Palm GREGORY.  Survivors include two daughters, Ellen HAWKINS of Olathe, Kan., and Bette WINCHELL of San Francisco; a son, W. Albert GREGORY of Chesapeake; a sister, Ellen CAMPODONICO of San Francisco; a half brother, Curtis GRAY of Coinjock; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  (The Virginian-Pilot – December 29, 1990; pg. B2)

Ella Elizabeth Smith GREICO

CURRITUCK - Ella Elizabeth Smith GREICO, 86, of Caratoke Highway, died Jan. 27, 2004. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Shiloh Baptist Church. Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City, is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Wednesday, January 28, 2004)

Marjorie Ann Gray GRIER

Marjorie Ann Gray Grier, 79, of 117 Dot Sears Drive, Grandy, NC died Monday, October 08, 2012 at her home.  Born in Norfolk, VA, she was the daughter of the late Linwood E. and Mary Stevenson Gray and was the wife of Thomas Leonard Grier of the home.  Mrs. Grier was a founding member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Chesapeake, VA where she belonged to the Altar Guild and sang in the choir.  In addition to her husband of sixty-three years, she is survived by three sons, Linwood Thomas Grier (Tari Lynn) of Nags Head, NC, Kenneth Delano Grier (Aileen) of Moyock, NC and Gerald Dennis Grier (Teresa) of Virginia Beach, VA; a daughter, Mary Elizabeth Riggs (Lawrence) of Southern Shores, NC; a brother, George Emmett Gray (Mayre B. Pritchard) of Virginia Beach, VA; twelve grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.  Along with her parents, Mrs. Grier was preceded in death by her siblings, Mary Rebecca Atkins, Linwood E. Gray, Jr., Kathryn Rose Johnson and Gertrude Naomi McLaughlin.  A memorial service will take place Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel.  The family will receive friends at the residence of Kenneth and Aileen Grier, 103 Hermans Court, Moyock, NC.  Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.  Twiford Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Grier family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Evelyn Leary GRIFFEN

IN SHAWBORO - Mrs. Evelyn Leary GRIFFEN, 72, died Friday morning in the Albemarle Hospital.  Graveside services were held Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in the family cemetery in Gregory, N.C. by the Rev. C.H. WELLONS.  Twiford's Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.  Mrs. GRIFFEN was a native of Gregory and has lived in Shawboro for a number of years.  She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Martin LEARY, SR. and wife of the late Lucian GRIFFEN, SR.  She was a member of the Providence Baptist Church and the Currituck Historical Society.  Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Lou Ann HICKS of Charlotte; one son, Lucian GRIFFEN, JR. of Powells Point; one sister, Mrs. Elsie BOOTH of Shawboro; and 4 grandchildren.  (The Southern Post - June 16, 1982; pg. 9)

Sarah B. GRIFFEN died Oct. 15, 1991, in a hospital.  Mrs. GRIFFEN was born in Moyock. She was a member of Piney Grove Church of Christ Disciples in Harbinger, N.C.  Survivors include her husband, Irvin GRIFFEN; two sisters, Shirley FISHER and Mary BRIGHT, both of Virginia Beach; and two brothers, Woodrow SPENCE of Virginia Beach and Willie SPENCE of Texas.  The funeral will be conducted at noon Saturday in Piney Grove Church of Christ Disciples.  The Virginian-Pilot – October 17, 1991; pg. D2)

Albert Lindsay GRIFFIN

Albert Lindsay GRIFFIN, 74, of 550 Poplar Branch Road, Grandy, NC, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2009 after a courageous seventeen-month battle with lung cancer. Born August 20, 1934, in Falkland, NC, he was the son of the late Paul and Alice B. GRIFFIN. At the age of three, the family moved to South Norfolk, VA, where he graduated from South Norfolk High School in 1953. In 1957, he began work with National Bank of Commerce, a predecessor of Bank of America, and retired as Vice President in 1994. Al enjoyed golfing, sailing and especially duck hunting when he moved to his retirement home in Poplar Branch.  He is survived by his wife of forty seven years, Doris Owens GRIFFIN; daughter, Pamela L CIULA and husband Pete of Virginia Beach, VA; brother, Rev. James E. GRIFFITH and wife Jeanette of Lynchburg, VA; and brother-in-law, Charles W. OWENS of Charlotte, NC.  Services will be Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at 2:00 PM at the Poplar Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Tom OLIVER and Rev. Ed GRIFFIN officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church immediately following services.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is in charge of arrangements.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Betty Jane Woodhouse GRIFFIN

Chloe Saunders GRIFFIN

(Unknown newspaper - circa 1959-60)  [Chloe Griffin is listed in the 1900 Norfolk census as being born October 1874.]  Obituary clipping kindly submitted by Judy Merrell Brickhouse.

Colis DeWayne GRIFFIN

Collis DeWayne GRIFFIN, 33, of 761 S. Bayview Drive, Powells Point, N.C., died at his residence, Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2006. Funeral service will be held at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church, Jarvisburg, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 21, at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Walter JONES as pastor and pastor Keith L. SMITH as eulogist. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Viewing will be Friday from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family will receive friends at the home of his mother, at 7426 Caratoke Highway, Jarvisburg, N.C. Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements. Mr. GRIFFIN was a native of Currituck County and the son of Collis Wayne GRIFFIN and Ruth Case GRIFFIN, both of Jarvisburg. Besides his parents, he is also survived by his wife, Mabel Victoria GRIFFIN of the home; one daughter, Zanel Victoria GRIFFIN of the home; one sister, Alaina A. GRIFFIN of Powells Point; and two brothers, David Lee GRIFFIN of Chapel Hill and Adrian Russell GRIFFIN of Jarvisburg.  (Daily Advance - Friday, January 20, 2006)

Doris Owens GRIFFIN

Elmer Lucian GRIFFIN, JR.

POWELLS POINT - Elmer Lucian GRIFFIN, JR., 56, died Tuesday, October 30 at his residence.  He was born in Currituck County, the son of the late Elmer Lucian GRIFFIN, SR. and the late Evelyn Leary GRIFFIN.  He was the husband of Sarah Anne GRIFFIN of the residence.  He attended Hebron United Methodist Church and was a graduate of J.P. Knapp High School and N.C. State University.  He was a retired math teacher, former basketball coach and athletic director for Currituck County High School.  Besides his wife, Mr. GRIFFIN is survived by a daughter, Karen Anne GRIFFIN of Atlanta, Ga.; a son, Robert Lucian GRIFFIN and wife Kelly and daughter Ann, all of Poplar Branch; a very special cousin, Martin BOOTH and wife Nonie of Southern Shores; and a sister, Lou Ann HICKS of Charlotte.  A funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, November 1 at 2 p.m. in Providence Baptist Church with the Rev. Glenn McCRANIE, Dr. Ray GOUDE, and the Rev. C.H. WELLONS officiating.  Burial will be in the Leary Family Cemetery at Gregory.  Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements.  (The Coastland Times - Thursday, November 1, 2001; pg. 8B)

George Daniel GRIFFIN

George Daniel GRIFFIN died Nov. 15, 1993, in Hampton Veterans Hospital, Hampton.  Mr. GRIFFIN was born in Coinjock, N.C. He was a member of Lee's Chapel A.M.E. Church, Bells Mill, Chesapeake.  Survivors include his wife, Willie Mae GRIFFIN; two daughters, Esther FAISON of Portsmouth and Garcia ORTIZ of Virginia Beach; a son, James KNIGHT of Chesapeake; a sister, Florine COX of Virginia Beach; a brother, Marvin GRIFFIN of Long Island, N.Y.; and seven grandchildren.  The funeral will be conducted at 1p.m. Saturday in Lee's Chapel A.M.E. Church, Bells Mill, Chesapeake, by the Rev. Horace B. CROSS, SR. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Fitchett Funeral Home is handling arrangements. (The Virginian-Pilot – November 18, 1993; pg. D2)

Ideal Helms GRIFFIN

John Roger GRIFFIN

IN JARVISBURG - John Roger GRIFFIN, 76, of Jarvisburg, died Wednesday morning in Chowan Hospital in Edenton following a long illness.  The body was to be cremated with Twiford's Memorial Chapel in charge of arrangements.  Mr. GRIFFIN was a native of Woodland, N.C. in Northampton County and lived in Jarvisburg for the past 10 years.  He was a retired employee of the Pennsylvania Railroad, son of the late Julian P. and Mrs. Katie Newsome GRIFFIN and widower of the late Mrs. Pearl Langdon GRIFFIN.  He is survived by one son, John R. GRIFFIN, JR. of Raleigh, N.C.; three sisters: Mrs. Lawrence L (Agnes) DOZIER of Jarvisburg, Mrs. Roy (Julia) SMITH of Horseheads, N.Y. and Mrs. Janie TIMBERLAKE of Raleigh.  (The Southern Post - June 23, 1982; pg. 9)

Gene Russell GRIFFITH

MOYOCK - Gene Russell GRIFFITH, 64, died March 8, 2004, at Chesapeake General Hospital. Mr. GRIFFITH was born in Williamson, W.Va., to the late Garnet Russell GRIFFITH and Leana King GRIFFITH. He was a member of the Grandy Assembly of God Church. Mr. GRIFFITH spent 25 years in law enforcement and corrections. He owned his own business and recently retired. Mr. GRIFFITH enjoyed gardening and taking care of his pomeranians. Survivors include his wife of seven years, Darlene GRIFFITH; step-daughter, Leslie MILLER and her husband, Dean MILLER, of Ohio; step-son, Bob HARRIS and his wife, Hope HARRIS; step-daughter, Annette EASTERWOOD and her husband, Bill EASTERWOOD, of North Carolina; step-son, Joseph CERVANTES of Maryland; nine grandchildren, Katelyn MILLER, Clayton MILLER, Wryan HARRIS, Taylor HARRIS, Trista HARRIS, Lisa SCHIENE, Tyler EASTERWOOD, Alan EASTERWOOD and Kaden BITTNER; and his best friend, H.E. NORMAN. Mr. GRIFFITH requested that there be no funeral services.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, March 16, 2004)

Annie GRIGGS

POINT HARBOR – Brantley Elton GRIGGS, SR., of Point Harbor, died Dec. 29 in Guardian Care Nursing Home. Mr. GRIGGS, a native of Currituck County, was the son of the late James W. and Annie Owens GRIGGS. He was retired from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and was a member of Powells Point Christian Church. He is survived by his wife, Grey Smith GRIGGS; a daughter, Elsie Griggs Hollowell PUGH of Camden; a son, Brantley Elton GRIGGS, JR. of Boston, two step-daughters: Jane Hand MOSELEY of Kitty Hawk and Cynthia Grey HAND of Atlanta, Ga.; one brother, James GRIGGS of Nags Head; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, Dec. 31 at 11 a.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Church Street, Elizabeth City, with the Rev. Walter GRIGGS, a grandson from Eldorado, Texas, officiating. A private burial will be in Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery. (The Coastland Times – Thursday, December 30, 1993)

Colon Stanley GRIGGS

Donna Frymier GRIGGS

JARVISBURG

Doris Lewark GRIGGS

COINJOCK - Doris Lewark GRIGGS, 72, of Waterlily Road, died at her home on Saturday, June 9.  She was a native of Pasquotank County, daughter of the late Lewis and Mattie Harrell LEWARK, and was the wife of Van Buren GRIGGS, JR. of the residence.  Mrs. GRIGGS was a retired bookkeeper, a member of Coinjock Baptist Church and a member of Eastern Star.  Besides her husband, Mrs. GRIGGS is survived by one daughter, Susan SEDDON of Spokane, Wash.; one brother, Douglas STEWART of Chesapeake, Va.; and two grandchildren: Spenser SEDDON and Gregory SEDDON.  Graveside services were held Monday, June 11 by the Rev. Charles WELLONS in the Ballance family cemetery.  Arrangements by Twiford Funeral Home, Elizabeth City.  (The Coastland Times – Tuesday, June 12, 2001; pg. 9A)

Edward Walker GRIGGS, JR

Grace Wright GRIGGS

Grey Smith GRIGGS

SOUTHERN SHORES, NC - Grey Smith GRIGGS, 78, of Southern Shores, died, Sunday, December 28, 2003, in Elizabeth City. Mrs. GRIGGS was born in Winnsboro, S.C. and was a retired teacher with Camden County Public Schools. She was a member of Duck United Methodist Church.  Mrs. GRIGGS was the daughter of the late William Rogers and Zulee Funderburke SMITH and the wife of the late Brantley E. GRIGGS, SR. Surviving are two daughters; Jane Hand MOSLEY of Southern Shores and Cynthia Grey HAND of Norfolk and her step-daughter; Elsie Griggs PUGH of Camden, two grandchildren: Paige Gantt SILLIES and John Michael MOSLEY, Jr.  A service of remembrance will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Duck United Methodist Church by the Rev. David CLIFT. A private burial will be held in Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery. Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo, is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Monday, December 29, 2003)

John Robert GRIGGS

VIRGINIA BEACH

Minnie Spruill GRIGGS

Minnie Spruill GRIGGS, 76, of Point Harbor died at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Hannah SPRUILL, and wife of 53 years to the late Wilbur Ray GRIGGS. She was born in Duck, NC, on May 21, 1937, and graduated from Kitty Hawk High School.  Minnie is survived by her four children; Pam BALLANCE, Ray GRIGGS, Tyler GRIGGS, Ken GRIGGS, nine grandchildren, and one great granddaughter.  A graveside service will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2013, at Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be held at Twifords Colony Chapel, 500 Budleigh St., Manteo, on Saturday, November 9, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.  Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Nancy Barco GRIGGS

BARCO - Nancy Barco GRIGGS, 63, passed away Jan. 24, 2001, after a short illness.  Nancy was a lifelong resident of Virginia Beach and was daughter of the late Charlie L. BARCO and Edna Scott BARCO. She was a member of Virginia Beach United Methodist Church. the Virginia Beach Hospital Auxiliary, the Beacon Circle of The King's Daughters and Bay Colony Garden Club.  She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Richard Thomas GRIGGS and her son, Richard Thomas GRIGGS, JR., both of Virginia Beach; many cousins; and two nieces.  A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at Eastern Shore Chapel Cemetery in Virginia Beach.  H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot – January 25, 2001; pg. B9)

POPLAR BRANCH – Pinnell Owens GRIGGS, 83, of Poplar Branch, died Tuesday, Dec. 20 in Albemarle Hospital. He was a native of Currituck County. He was a member and former deacon of Poplar Branch Baptist Church, a member of the Poplar Branch Ruritan Club, the Currituck County Game Commission, an honorary lifetime member of the Currituck Co. Wildlife Guild and a charter member of the Lower Currituck Volunteer Fire Dept. He was the son of the late Samuel Dozier and Mary Owens GRIGGS and the widower of Nell Mills GRIGGS. He was a farmer. Survivors include a daughter, Gayla Griggs STONE of Arvada, Colorado; two sons: Charles A. GRIGGS and Stanley D. GRIGGS, both of Poplar Branch; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, Dec. 23 at 11 a.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City with the Rev. Jim CLARK and the Rev. Herbert HEMINGWAY officiating. Burial will follow in the Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery. (The Coastland Times – Thursday, December 22, 1994)

Robanna GRIGGS
The Independent (Elizabeth City, NC) - Friday, January 28, 1921; pg. 6

Russell Aubrey GRIGGS

RUSSELL A. GRIGGS, PIONEER BEACH HOTEL OWNER DIES TUESDAY AFTERNOON - Russell Aubrey GRIGGS, 82, popularly known as "The Skipper", who with his wife, the late Bernie Hampton GRIGGS, pioneered 25 years ago in building the Croatan Hotel, died Tuesday afternoon at 12:30.  Death came at the Lane Nursing Home near Woodville where he had been cared for since last year shortly after the death of his wife.  He had been in failing health for several years.  Mr. GRIGGS was highly regarded, and the couple had a wide circle of friends during their long life of serving the world of tourists and sportsmen who came to their door, both at Hampton Lodge in Waterlily and Croatan at Kill Devil Hills.  He was the husband of the late Bernie Hampton GRIGGS and son of Alvertie and Mrs. Elmora Parker GRIGGS, a lifelong resident of Currituck County and Kill Devil Hills.  He was a member of the Pilmore Memorial Methodist Church in Currituck and resided at Kill Devil Hills for 25 years.  Surviving are one daughter, Miss Jeanette GRAY of Kill Devil Hills; two sisters: Mrs. Arthur BAUM and Mrs. Walter E. WILLIAMSON, SR., both of Norfolk; three brothers: Van B. GRIGGS of Coinjock, N.C., Rawdan E. MIDGETT of Washington, D.C. and William G. MIDGETT of St. Petersburg, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.  The body was taken to the Pilmore Memorial Methodist Church for funeral services Thursday at 3 p.m.  Burial was in the Hampton Cemetery at Waterlily, Church's Island, N.C.  (The Coastland Times - Friday, July 11, 1958; pg. 1)

Ruth Midgett GRIGGS

Mrs. Ruth Midgett GRIGGS, native of Buxton and a resident of Point Harbor for the past 18 years, died Friday [Nov. 13] after a long illness. She was a member of the Powells Point Christian Church and of the Eastern Star Chapter of Coinjock. She is survived by her husband, Walton S. GRIGGS; her parents, Jarvis and Mrs. Emma Miller MIDGETT of Buxton; two daughters, Mrs. Marjorie SAUNDERS of Elizabeth City and Mrs. Mollie Griggs SMITH of Point Harbor; one sister, Mrs. Tracy HOOPER of Virginia Beach; one brother, Hilton MIDGETT of Buxton; one granddaughter. Funeral services were conducted Sunday in the Powells Point Christian Church at Harbinger by the Rev. Glen MORAN. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mrs. GRIGGS and her husband owned and operated the Popular Point Harbor Grill in Point Harbor, and she was active in the business until shortly before her death.  (The Coastland Times - Fri., Nov. 20, 1964; 1

Walter Elisha GRIGGS

Walton Sidney GRIGGS

Wilbur Ray GRIGGS, Sr.

HARBINGER - Wilbur Ray “Mole” GRIGGS, SR., 72, of Harbinger died peacefully at his home on Thursday, February 22, 2007. He was the son of the late William Thomas and Beulah Doyle GRIGGS. He was a lifelong resident of Currituck County and a retired self employed excavating contractor.  Mr. GRIGGS is survived by his wife, Minnie Spruill GRIGGS of the home; his daughter, Pamela G. BALLANCE of Harbinger; three sons, Wilbur Ray GRIGGS, JR. and Tyler Lee GRIGGS both of Harbinger and Daniel Ken GRIGGS of Point Harbor; a brother, William T. GRIGGS, JR. of Virginia Beach; and nine grandchildren.  A graveside service will be held at Powells Point Christian Church Cemetery on Monday, February 26, 2007 at 11:00 AM with Rev. David COXSON officiating. The family will receive friends at Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo on Sunday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM and following the graveside service the family will be at the residence of Ken and Debbie Griggs, 276 Griggs Acres Rd., Point Harbor, NC 27941.  Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo is assisting the family.  (The Coastland Times - Sunday, February 25, 2007; pg. 12A)

Randy Eric GROSS

IN MOYOCK - Randy Eric GROSS, age 9 months, infant son of David A. and Mrs. Sandra Watson GROSS, died Saturday in Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters in Norfolk after a long illness.  He was a native of Portsmouth, Va. and lived in Moyock.  Besides his parents he is survived by paternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Claude G. GROSS of Bristol, Va. and maternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. John W. WATSON of Virginia Beach, Va.  Funeral services were Monday at 3 p.m. in the Indian Creek Independence Baptist Church by Rev. Robert AMORY.  Burial following in the church cemetery with Twiford Colonial Chapel in Great Bridge in charge.  (The Southern Post - August 4, 1982; pg. 12)

Eliot M. GROSSMAN

COROLLA - Eliot M. GROSSMAN ,age 71, died on Monday, May 25, 2009 at home in Corolla, NC.  A retired engineer, Eliot leaves his wife Frances B. GROSSMAN, and his children Ruth and Howard MASTERS of MA and David and Claudette GROSSMAN of Florida. In addition, he leaves his beloved grandchildren, Sam and Rebecca MASTERS and Jacob GROSSMAN. He also leaves his sister Laura Beth GOODMAN of New Hampshire.  The family will hold a memorial service will be held at the family residence Thursday May 28, 2009 at 10 AM.  (Gallop Funeral Service)

Charles Jeffery GUARD, SR.

Cora GUARD

FORMER TEACHER CORA GUARD DIES - Cora GUARD, 85, died Tuesday afternoon, July 26th, while shopping at the Grandy Supermarket.  Don HEATON and Rose GRANDY of Drug Care applied CPR until Stanly Griggs rescue team arrived.  However, all attempts to revive her failed.  Ms. GUARD of Poplar Branch, was a former teacher at Griggs Elementary School.  Funeral services were held at Twiford's Funeral Home on Friday, July 29th.   (The Southern Post - August 3, 1983; pg. 3)

John Etheridge GUARD, JR.
The Coastland Times [Manteo, NC] - Friday, October 28, 1960; pg. 5

Marie Dozier GUARD

CURRITUCK - Marie Dozier GUARD, 90, died March 4, 2005, in Sentara Leigh General Hospital. She was born in Currituck County, N.C., to the late Ambrose and Nell Swain DOZIER and was the widow of the late Milburn A. GUARD. Mrs. GUARD was retired president of the M.A. Guard Oil Company, a member and former Sunday school teacher at Pilmoor Memorial United Methodist Church and a member of the Home Demonstration Club. She is survived by two sisters, Gay Stidham DAY and Carole M. LARGE and husband Wilfred, all of Virginia Beach; two grandchildren, Earleen WILLIAMS and husband Paul of Hertford, N.C., and Annette WILLIAMS and husband Herbert of Edenton, N.C.; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. GUARD was preceded in death by a son, Milburn A. GUARD, JR. A funeral will be conducted Monday at 2 p.m. in Pilmoor Memorial United Methodist Church by the Rev. Scott WILSON-PARSONS. The family will receive friends and relatives in the church's social hall immediately following the funeral. A graveside service will be held in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk, Tuesday at 11 a.m.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, N.C., is assisting the Guard family.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Sunday, March 6, 2005)

CURRITUCK – Milburn Amon GUARD, JR., 62, died Monday, July 7 at Chesapeake, Va. General Hospital.  Mr. GUARD was a lifetime native of Currituck and a member of Pilmoor Memorial United Methodist Church.  He attended military school in Fredericksburg, Va. and served in the National Guard for 7 years.  Most of his professional career was spent in the family business, the former M.A. Guard Oil Company.  Mr. GUARD was the loving son and caretaker of his mother, Marie Dozier GUARD and son of the late Milburn Amon GUARD, SR.  He is also survived by two daughters: Marie Earleen Guard WILLIAMS and Annette Worth Gard WILLIAMS, both of Hertford; and four granddaughters: Krystal Dawn WILLIAMS, Tracie Marie WILLIAMS, Misty Clotho WILLIAMS and Margie Anne WILLIAMS.  A graveside service was held at the family cemetery at the home of his mother on July 12.  Twiford’s Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City was in charge of arrangements.  (The Coastland Times – Tuesday, July 15, 2003; pg. 5A)

Minton Dixon GUARD

Rupert Baxter GUARD

RUPERT GUARD DIES AFTER RETURNING FROM GERMANY - M.Sgt. Rupert Baxter GUARD died March 25 at the Fort Bliss Military Hospital, El Paso, Texas, as the result of a heart attack.  He was a native of Coinjock and had been in Texas for the past 6 weeks after returning to the states from a three year tour of duty in Germany.  He was the son of the late John Thomas and Lucetta Newbern GUARD and husband of Nellie Lewark GUARD.  He joined the Army in 1945.  He served two years in the Aleutian Island, two years in Japan and three years in Germany.  He was a member of Currituck Masonic Lodge #463, AF&AM, Augusta Consistory, Masonic Order of Augusta, Ga., Aahmes Temple of Oakland, California, Aahmes European Continental Shrine Club of Heidelberg, Germany.  Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Miss Sandra L. GUARD, student at Wayne University, Detroit, Michigan; one son, Pfc. Rupert B. GUARD, JR. of the U.S. Army stationed in Alaska; three sisters: Mrs. Marguerite KULL of Norfolk, Va., Mrs. Mabel G. TILLER of Galion, Ohio, and Mrs. Kathleen G. COOPER of Elizabeth City; three brothers: J. Worth GUARD of Coinjock, Milburn A. GUARD of Currituck and Purnell H. GUARD of Greensboro.  (The Coastland Times - Friday, April 3, 1959; pg. 7)

T. [Tregarron] M. GUARD
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William James GUARD
The Coastland Times [Manteo, NC] - Tuesday, October 23, 1979; pg. 12

Kenneth William GUILL

Kenneth William GUILL, age 47, of 114 Foutz Dr., Moyock, NC died on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at his home.  Born in Marion, VA on March 16, 1973, he was the son of Phyllis Price WILSON and the late William Oliver WILSON, JR. and the husband of Janine Marie DeWitt GUILL. He was a member of Moyock Baptist Church and a leader of the Royal Ambassadors. Mr. GUILL was a Master Electrician for Watson Electric.  In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by two daughters, Savannah GUILL and Hannah-Marie Elizabeth GUILL, both of Moyock, NC; two sisters, Spring ROLAND of Ashville, NC and Anna Christi WILSON of Morganton, NC; four brothers, John GUILL, JR. (Susan) of Chesapeake, VA, Frank HAGUE of Chesapeake, VA, Butch WILSON (Pam) of Moyock, NC and Lee WILSON (Ruth) also of Moyock, NC; brother-in-law Bradley DeWITT (Mande) of Jarvisburg, NC; mother-in-law and father-in-law David DeWITT (Alyse) of Washington, NC; nieces and nephews, Dustin, Jacob, Brandon, Zaine, Brittany, Kai, Leah, Caleb, Andrea, Willie, Courtney, Kimberly, and Kassie; and his granddog, Maple. He was preceded in death by a brother, David GUILL, and father, John Alton GUILL.  A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Moyock Baptist Church, 123 Oak Street, Moyock, NC officiated by the Rev. Vic RAMSEY. Twiford Funeral Home, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the GUILL family. (Twiford Funeral Home)

Emily Peterson GULLIKSEN

IN CURRITUCK - Mrs. Emily Peterson GULLIKSEN, 92, died September 1 at Albemarle Hospital after a long illness.  She was a native of Norway, a former resident of Grafton, Va. and Ridgefield, N.J. but had lived in Currituck, N.C. and was a resident of Guardian Care Rest Home.  She was the daughter of the late Alfred and Mrs. Johanna Erickson PETERSON and widow of John GULLIKSEN.  Funeral services were held Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in Blackley Funeral Home in Ridgefield, N.J.  Burial followed in a local cemetery.  Twiford's Memorial Chapel was in charge.  Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Alphild CARLSON of Ocean Grove, N.J.; 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.  (The Southern Post - September 8, 1982; pg. 8)

Michelle Gibbs  GUZMAN

BARCO - Michelle Gibbs GUZMAN, 38, 236 Short Cut Road, Barco, NC, died Monday, October 5, 2009 at the Albemarle Hospital. She was the daughter of Leland Gibbs and Marianne Heald GIBBS of Barco, NC, a surgical technician, and a member of Rehoboth Baptist Church.  Besides her parents, she is survived by two sons, Martin Gabriel GUZMAN and Nicholas Ethan GUZMAN, whom she dearly loved and cherished; the father of her children, Martin A. GUZMAN; a sister, Regina GIBBS; and a nephew, De'Quan GALLOP; many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was pre-deceased by a sister Vicky Lynn GIBBS. The family would like to convey their gratitude to the O.R. Team at Albemarle Hospital for all the love, support, visits and friendships they showed Michelle throughout her illness. Even though she isn’t here to express herself, she loved all of you and considered you family. Also, a special thanks from the family to Dr. RUIZ for his help and support which allowed us to enjoy Michelle a little longer.  A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 9, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Waterfront Park in Elizabeth City with the Rev. Frank THIGPEN officiating. The family will receive friends at the residence.  Twiford Funeral Home, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is in charge of arrangements.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

Jean Barbee Mewshaw GYOURKO

Jean Barbee Mewshaw GYOURKO, 68, died July 14, 1996. A graveside committal service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in Laurel Memorial Gardens, Currituck. A memorial service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Outer Banks Presbyterian Church. Twiford Funeral Home is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot – July 16, 1996; pg. B9)

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