George J. Whalley, 93

GILFORD — George J. Whalley, 93, passed away peacefully on Nov. 9, 2025, at his home.

He was born at home in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Feb. 6, 1932, the son of George and Blanche (née Bousquet) Whalley.

George grew up in Arlington, Massachusetts, and graduated from Arlington High School in 1950. He went to work for Local #4 as a hoisting engineer, working days while attending Boston University nights. During his professional career he worked for the Easterseals Society in Boston and as personnel director for the Museum of Science in Boston.

In 1968, the family moved to Bow, and George went to work as personnel director for Public Service Company of New Hampshire. In 1995, he retired to Gilford.

George’s family had camps on Lake Massasecum, where he found his love of boating and the New Hampshire lakes. Snowmobiling and downhill skiing were his passion in the winter and he was proud to tell people that he held one of the first season passes issued at Pat’s Peak in 1964.

George was a Thursday regular at the Tilton Market Basket, where he made friends with all the staff.

He was most proud of his family for all of their business endeavors including HK Powersports, which he was involved with since its inception in 1975.

Family members include his sons Steven (Shirley Clark) Whalley, David (Laura) Whalley, James (Jennifer) Whalley; daughter Linda (Curt) Niven; daughter-in-law Purr Whalley; sister-in-law Diane; 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his partner, Nancy Hartling, son Michael and brother David.

There are no calling hours.

Services will be private.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, visit wilkinsonbeane.com.