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  1. Lori & Max,
    I’m so sorry and stunned to see this!! Please know you’re both in my thoughts and prayers!!!
    Sue

  2. Sorry for your loss. You and Max will be in our thoughts and prayers. He will be truly missed but, not forgotten. Love you ,
    Annette ,Brittany, and Nathaniel

    SKUTANS

  3. There’s not alot you can say to someone when there in pain from the loss of a loved one. take comfort in knowing that Graham is in the arms of God and you will see him again. I’ve been thinking of you ever since this happened. I know how you feel honey and it’s gonna take time to get over losing your child. just remember, you have people out there that love you and that you can turn to when you need a shoulder oh my love, Sandra.

  4. Iam praying 🙏🏾 so hard for you Lori and Max! I’m Alys older sister and I have known your boys for a long time and love them both deeply!

  5. So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy! He will be missed. We are praying for your family.
    Charlene and Greg Allen

  6. Keeping thoughts of y’all close in our hearts and minds. Wishing you, and all those who love Graham peace and comfort as you navigate through your pain.
    The McNamara family

  7. I am so sorry and my heart is so sad to have lost my nephew Graham- so sudden and way way way too soon. I hope Lori and Max, as well as Elias and Sophia, their mothers, and all his many friends and loved ones are able to take comfort in the memories you all carry of him at his charming, loving best. He was a force of nature and always worked to be a good man.

  8. God bless this young man family he was one of my daughters n co family friend I heard they took it hard God bless his children he left beyond let there be peace in there foot steps

  9. He was the best friend I made on the OBX I’m sorry I never made it back out before you passed G but I hope that everyone stays strong

  10. Sending love and prayers to your family! You were such an amazing young man and good friend to my two boys. Rest in peace!

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William Graham Pinkstone

October 27, 2025

On October 27, 2025, we lost our sweet boy, William Graham Pinkstone, 31, of Point Harbor, NC. Graham, or “G,” was born in Landsdale, PA. Graham was a loving father, son, brother, nephew, and friend. He valued his family and friends above all else.

Graham was predeceased by his father, William Andrew Pinkstone, and his stepfather, David Bulla.  Graham is survived by his mother, Lori Leathers; a son, Elias Reign Pinkstone, and his mother Brielle Loper; his daughter, Sophia Freyja Mae Pinkstone, and her mother, Sarah Kampsen; his brother, William Maxwell Pinkstone; his Aunt Didi Pinkstone; his best friends, Shawna Lynn and Dom Brooks; his beloved dog, Zoe Pinkstone; and many extended family and friends.

Even from the time he was a baby, “G” had a larger-than-life personality. When he walked into a room, the whole place lit up. Along with a magnetic personality, he had an infectious laugh and a great sense of humor. “G” was smart, charming, giving, loving, and loyal to his friends and family. He helped many people over the years by listening, sharing his experiences and knowledge, and by being a loyal friend.

A memorial service is scheduled for November 9, 2025 at Soundside Park (8955 Caratoke Hwy, Point Harbor, NC) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A reception will follow from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Trio Restaurant and Market (3708 N. Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk, NC).

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements.

 

Condolences

Sue Messenheimer

Lori & Max, I’m so sorry and stunned to see this!! Please know you’re both in my thoughts and prayers!!! Sue

Annette Skutans

Sorry for your loss. You and Max will be in our thoughts and prayers. He will be truly missed but, not forgotten. Love you , Annette ,Brittany, and Nathaniel SKUTANS

Sandra Mercet

There’s not alot you can say to someone when there in pain from the loss of a loved one. take comfort in knowing that Graham is in the arms of God and you will see him again. I’ve been thinking of you ever since this happened. I know how you feel honey and it’s gonna take time to get over losing your child. just remember, you have people out there that love you and that you can turn to when you need a shoulder oh my love, Sandra.

Erin Martin

Iam praying 🙏🏾 so hard for you Lori and Max! I’m Alys older sister and I have known your boys for a long time and love them both deeply!

Charlene Allen

So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy! He will be missed. We are praying for your family. Charlene and Greg Allen

Anonymous

I hope you know That my heart is your’s forever, We Love you G. Te amo mi Rey. Your Reina.

Lynn VMc

Keeping thoughts of y'all close in our hearts and minds. Wishing you, and all those who love Graham peace and comfort as you navigate through your pain. The McNamara family

Jeanne Bulla

I am so sorry and my heart is so sad to have lost my nephew Graham- so sudden and way way way too soon. I hope Lori and Max, as well as Elias and Sophia, their mothers, and all his many friends and loved ones are able to take comfort in the memories you all carry of him at his charming, loving best. He was a force of nature and always worked to be a good man.

Darlene Jones

God bless this young man family he was one of my daughters n co family friend I heard they took it hard God bless his children he left beyond let there be peace in there foot steps

Conor Laux

He was the best friend I made on the OBX I’m sorry I never made it back out before you passed G but I hope that everyone stays strong

Roberta Gray

Sending love and prayers to your family! You were such an amazing young man and good friend to my two boys. Rest in peace!