1953
2023
KITTY HAWK, NC - Thomas Ezell Gantt or "Tommy" as he was best known and loved, finished his earthly journey in Nags Head, NC Wednesday March 8, 2023. He was 69 and the son of the late Esley E. Gantt and the late Kathleen Harris Gantt. Tommy was born in Danville, VA and raised in both Kingsport, TN and Rockhill, SC.
Tommy spent most of his adulthood in Kitty Hawk, NC. Smart and industrious, Tommy earned his license and worked as a professional electrician throughout the Outer Banks beach communities for many years. More recently, Tommy headed the maintenance division as a trusted employee of the Cavalier Motel in Kill Devil Hills, NC. Outside of work, Tommy loved lounging on the local beaches, grilling, and enjoying the family and friends he cherished. He was a true family man.
Tommy is survived by one daughter, Ashley Hall (Todd) of Rock Hill, SC; one son, Thomas Gantt, II (Jessica) of Clover, SC; one step-son, Derek Fletcher (Michelle) of Gastonia, NC; his brother, Richard "Dickie" Gantt of Kitty Hawk, NC; his two sisters, Sandra Callis (David) of Colerain, NC, and Karen Gray (Walter) also of Kitty Hawk; six grandchildren, Phoebe, Carly, Kylie, Logan, Addy, and Lucas as well as a host of extended family members, close friends, and his Cavalier Motel family.
Tommy's funeral will be held graveside at Austin Cemetery in Kitty Hawk, Sunday March 12, 2023 at 2 pm. Pastor Steve Siegrist will officiate. Friends and family may view one day prior (Saturday March 11, 2023) from 6 pm to 8 pm at Gallop Funeral Chapel in Nags Head. Please share condolences with the family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.
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5 Entries
Jerry duncan
November 3, 2024
I was friends with Dickie but Tommy was always in tow. He was just a great kid. My best memories was his mom and dad were just the best. The cotton mill village was the best when they were around.
Jerry Duncan
Anne Burton
May 22, 2023
I knew Tommy in Kingsport and our families also lived in Rock Hill. I loved him and his family. He was a great person. So sorry for your loss. His parents were the best people and his sisters and brother were. Love you all,Anne Burton
Eddie Jonas
March 14, 2023
I saw Thommy at Aunt Betty Wisher funeral and he looked great for 69, I know because I am 69. Remember Tommy when he was living in Rock Hill. We lived far apart so we never hung out together. So sorry to here about his passing and to all the family I send my thoughts. He was a great man. Eddie Jonas.
Steve and Gay Bauserman
March 12, 2023
You were a really good guy, always smiling. Gone way too soon..
Rest in peace my friend.. .
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