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Pocahontas Gallop Ivey
Pocahontas G. Ivey, 94 of Powells Point, NC was peacefully called to glory on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 in Moyock, NC. Pocahontas was born May 26, 1930, to the late Alfred Herman Gallop and Gertrude Gallop. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Ivey; and brothers Alfred Gallop, Johnnie Gallop, Claude Gallop, Wilbert Gallop, Clesten, and sisters Sadie Ferebee and Pauline Jones.
Pocahontas was survived by her daughters Gertrude Vango (Ray) of Fayetteville, NC, Cheryl Mitchell (Reginold) of Washington, DC, Luke Gallop (Deborah) of Moyock, NC, Darlene Lewis (Thurman) of Myrtle Beach, SC and Matilda Ivey of Brooklyn, NY. Also surviving are eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews, dear friends, and special daughter Jesse May Spence.
She was a longtime and faithful member of Pleasant Branch Baptist Church. Pocahontas was a caring, dedicated servant of her community and never met a stranger. Her loving wit and humor set her apart and she always welcomed everyone to her home and table. She thoroughly enjoyed engaging with people and programming at the Powells Point Senior Center where she was affectionately known as the “Domino Queen.”
Pocahontas was the first African American to integrate the food services industry in the Outer Banks. She was the rock and matriarch of her immediate family assisting in raising her granddaughter, Jacole, and supporting all her grandchildren, hosting Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts where she cooked entire meal spreads. Pocahontas was an enthusiastic, avid reader who graduated from the Jarvisburg Colored School as an honor student.
The funeral service will be held at Pleasant Branch Baptist Church in Powells Point, NC Friday, May 16, 2025 at noon. Friends and family may view one hour prior to the funeral. The committal rite will take place in the Pleasant Branch church cemetery immediately after the funeral services. The family gratefully suggests that any memorial donations be made to the Currituck House (www.currituckseniors.com). Please share personal condolences with the family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.
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Darlene, Luke and family, Sending prayers for comfort. Hoping all your wonderful memories warm your hearts in the days ahead.
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I remember her very well. Very sweet lady.
A sweet soul will surely be missed in our lower Currituck Community. She always greeted me with a beautiful smile. I used to tell her" I want to be like you when I grow up". Expressing our sincern sympathy, The Etheridge Family ( Margarette).
My sincere condolences to the Family of the beautiful, kind and loving Pocahontas. She was always so well groomed, friendly and happy to see you. The big smile and soft beauty will last forever. Sincerely, Mrs. Doris Creecy and Coquetta
My condolences to the family.
Sending Prayers and Condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of visiting Currituck House with our Church Outreach. She sang and testified about the goodness of Jesus. She said she love her Pastor and Church family. A very sweet lady, whenever you were in her presence.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during the passing of your Matriarch. Mother Pocahontas was a loving and kind spirit and it was a complete joy to be in her presence. May God bless and keep you all. Love, Anthony and Latricia ❤️
To The Gallop Family, My deepest condolences to you and my prayers for the loss of such an amazing Woman. I can say she made a profound impression on me with the kind spirit that she had. Let the memories that you have of her remain in your hearts. Sincerely, Gail Taylor
My deepest sympathy to the family for their loss. I knew Miss Pocahontas and Mr. Willie my entire life they were very good people.
Wishing the entire Gallop family peace and comfort as you grieve the loss of your mother. Please accept our most sincere condolences.
We’re sending our prayers and sympathy to the family. May our Heavenly Father continue to give you strength. Love ❤️ The Willoughby Family
Darlene, Luke and family,
Sending prayers for comfort. Hoping all your wonderful memories warm your hearts in the days ahead.
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I remember her very well. Very sweet lady.
A sweet soul will surely be missed in our lower Currituck Community. She always greeted me with a beautiful smile. I used to tell her” I want to be like you when I grow up”. Expressing our sincern sympathy, The Etheridge Family ( Margarette).
My sincere condolences to the Family of the beautiful, kind and loving Pocahontas. She was always so well groomed, friendly and happy to see you. The big smile and soft beauty will last forever.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Doris Creecy and Coquetta
My condolences to the family.
Sending Prayers and Condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of visiting Currituck House with our Church Outreach. She sang and testified about the goodness of Jesus. She said she love her Pastor and Church family. A very sweet lady, whenever you were in her presence.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during the passing of your Matriarch. Mother Pocahontas was a loving and kind spirit and it was a complete joy to be in her presence. May God bless and keep you all.
Love,
Anthony and Latricia ❤️
To The Gallop Family, My deepest condolences to you and my prayers for the loss of such an amazing Woman. I can say she made a profound impression on me with the kind spirit that she had. Let the memories that you have of her remain in your hearts. Sincerely, Gail Taylor
My deepest sympathy to the family for their loss. I knew Miss Pocahontas and Mr. Willie my entire life they were very good people.
Wishing the entire Gallop family peace and comfort as you grieve the loss of your mother. Please accept our most sincere condolences.
We’re sending our prayers and sympathy to the family. May our Heavenly Father continue to give you strength.
Love ❤️ The Willoughby Family