John Scot Gallimore

Published 6:30 am Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Mr. John Scot Gallimore, 56, of Myers Farm Trail, Advance, died Sunday, April 20 at his home.
He was born on Sept. 18, 1968 in Mercer County, Pa. to the late Howard Keith and Eleanor Faye Davis Gallimore.
John was a loving and devoted husband and father, and a truly genuine soul. He embodied the true spirit of public service, dedicating over 30 years to Davie County government. In that time, he served in many capacities, earning the respect and friendship of his colleagues along the way. John played a vital role in the upgrade of the county 911 system and achieved the position of Chief Technology Officer. Throughout his work and life, his mission remained the same, helping others. He was always driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference, and his legacy reflects that. John graduated from NC State with highest honors and brought that same drive and dedication to every endeavor. He always gave 100 percent and lived each day with the goal of being able to look back with pride at a life well-lived. His memory will live on in the many lives he touched—with kindness, integrity, and unwavering commitment. He will be greatly missed, especially by his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Shawn Jennings Gallimore.
Survivors include: his devoted wife of 27 years, Wendy Markland Gallimore; an adventurous son, Adam Spencer Gallimore of Advance; a beautifully talented daughter, Hannah Katherine Gallimore of Boone; a brother, Ian Gallimore (Anne Caston) of Utah; a sister-in-law, Karen Gallimore of South Carolina; a niece, Kristen Joy Gallimore; his father-in-law, Larry Markland of Advance; his mother-in-law, Terry Markland of Winston-Salem; his brother-in-law, Stacy Markland of Advance; a niece, Loryn Markland; and a nephew, Rhyan Markland.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 23 at Advance United Methodist Church with Rev. Chris Key and Rev. Rodney Pierce officiating. Interment will follow in Elbaville Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, April 22 at Eaton Funeral Home.
Online condolences: www.eatonfuneralservice.com.