Wanchese – Kaley Jean Gallop, 20, of Wanchese, died May 28, 2019, at her home. She was born on December 28, 1998.

A 2017 graduate of Manteo High School, she was a proud Redskins cheerleader and softball player. Kaley was elected to represent her freshman class for homecoming in 2014.

After graduation, she worked as a waitress at Big Al’s Soda Fountain & Grill. Currently, was employed as a waitress at Outback Steakhouse where everyone she worked with loved her dearly and she loved them as well.

Kaley loved the beach, going out in the boat with her daddy and hunting and turkey shooting. With a heart of gold and a smile that could light up any room, Kaley greatly loved her family and friends. She encouraged those around her and would help anyone in need.

Kaley is survived by parents Robin Marie Whitt (Paul Bliven) of Manteo and Ferrell E. “Bud” Gallop (Windy Scarborough) of Wanchese; sisters Whitney Marie Gallop of Wanchese and Casey Gallop Stowe (Spurgeon “Brook”) of Wanchese; Windy’s daughters Samantha Allen of Colington and Cheyanne Gaskins of Avon; maternal grandparents Larry and Della Whitt of Burlington; nieces and nephew Cam, Kaylin, Addie, Ev; aunts Pam (John), Tammy and Teresa; uncles Jeff (Lisa) and Jay (Laura) and numerous cousins.

She was preceded in death by parental grandparents Gene and Janice Gallop.

A funeral and celebration of Kaley’s life will be held at 1 p.m. on June 1 at Wanchese Assembly of God. Burial will take place at Cudworth Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kaley Gallop Memorial Fund c/o State Employees’ Credit Union in Manteo and Nags Head.

Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.

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