Clayton Marshall Bennett
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      Clayton Marshall Bennett

      October 4, 2026

      Clayton Marshall Bennett, Jr, 66, passed away unexpectedly October 4, 2026 at his Colington home. Marshall was a former police officer, corrections officer, owner of Pig Sty Slop Wagon Catering, and well known throughout the Outer Banks community. Marshall was also known for his selfless contribution to the clean-up efforts in New York city after the 911 attacks.

      He is preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Earline Bennett of Lewiston, NC; and his nephew, Ricky Davis of Kill Devil Hills, NC.

      Marshall is survived by his sisters, Ruby Davis of the home and Lisa Bennett of Woodland NC; two nieces, Kasey Davis (William Durko) of Colington, Erica Kline (Josh) of Woodland NC; and one nephew, David Barnes, Jr. of Union, KY. He is also survived many great nieces and nephews; his first responder and law enforcement family, and scores of dear friends near and far. 

      The memorial service will be held at Still Waters Baptist Church in Nags Head, at 1 pm on Saturday, November 7, 2026. Pastor Tony Facenda will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to assist with cremation and memorial expenses. Donations may be made directly at https://swipesimple.com/links/lnk_b2e5c2b6b8c6963587d419f775f828a1 or by calling 252-216-8030. Please leave a message of comfort at gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements.

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        Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was founded in Nags Head, NC in 2006 by licensed North Carolina Funeral Director Courtney N. Gallop. This independent, minority and woman-owned start-up funeral home challenged the existing monopoly firm which had sole control of all funeral care, goods, and services provided in Manteo, the Outer Banks, and Currituck County for nearly 100 years.

        Finally - someone brought competition into the local funeral industry. As a direct result of Gallop Funeral Services, Inc., local families now have choices, options, alternatives, fairer pricing, flexibility, and a higher level of service in funeral care for their loved ones.

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        In 2016, Gallop Memorial Chapel was opened in Barco, NC. The spacious, newly remodeled facility is the first and only funeral service-related business ever to locate in Currituck County. The Barco Gallop Memorial Chapel is conveniently located near the Outer Banks, Moyock and Elizabeth City. The elegant yet relaxing chapel interior is welcoming and comfortable for viewings, family gatherings, funerals, and memorial services. Our Barco chapel is perfectly equipped to serve all faiths and families in the county.

        Courtney Gallop and the staff at Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. are committed to excellence. We continue to improve, grow, invest, and learn in order to provide the highest level of service for all families entrusted to our care.

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        In 2011, we built and established Capital Crematory, the first and only crematory ever in Dare County. The crematory supports Gallop Funeral Services and also provides professional cremation services for other funeral homes in the Albemarle area. Having our own local crematory means your loved one's cremation will be handled personally by owners of the funeral home, 100% locally, quickly, and at the best pricing.

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