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George G. Whitley, Jr. age 76 of Nags Head, NC, passed away on October 14, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, George G. Whitley, Sr. and Edna Mumford Whitley. Those who knew him well remember his keen wit, warmth, and kind-hearted manner; always willing to lend an attentive ear in conversation. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather and brother. 

George loved history and enjoyed keeping abreast of current events by reading his three daily newspapers: The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and The Virginian Pilot. He was a talented and skilled carpenter who shared his gifts by building homes in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. In his later years, his work at the Napa Auto Parts Store in Manteo, NC rendered him the opportunity to meet many new friends where he was affectionately known as “Napa George.” Working at Napa in Manteo brought George much joy. He cared deeply for his co-workers and for all of his customers. 

George loved his morning bike rides and in his earlier years, a quick swim in the ocean before work. He and his wife Marge and he enjoyed watching professional and college football and especially college basketball. George enjoyed cursing at any team playing against the Tarheels. As his daughters Sarah and Morgan grew up on the OBX, boating, crabbing and fishing together with their dad, many lifelong memories were created. They also played many games of putt-putt. Watching his girls play recreational league sports and cheerleading and later school sports brought him much joy. He continued this love as a proud spectator by watching his granddaughter Addison play volleyball and basketball at Manteo Middle School and later, Manteo High School. “Papa” tried not to miss a game! 

George is survived by his wife of 40 years, Marge Whitley Whitley; his daughters, Sarah and Morgan Whitley; his granddaughter, Addison Sawyer; his brother, David Whitley (Betty); his sister, Donna Patrick (David); his brother-in-law, Carter Whitley (Fair) and his sister-in-law Katie Sloan (Gary Starr); and many beloved nieces and nephews. 

George loved being a part of his daughters’ and granddaughter’s lives. He was an amazing father and grandfather and participated in their activities whenever he could. They were a great source of love and pride for him. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in honor of George’s nephew Josh Sloan to Sportable, 1365 Overbrook Rd., Suite 2, Richmond, VA 23220 or Sportable.org for online donations. (Sportable is a non-profit adaptive sports organization.)

Plans for George’s celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Please share expressions of love and sympathy with the Whitley family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com . Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.