Polk County GaArchives Obituaries.....William Gibson Whatley August 18 1902
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(Cedartown Standard, August 21, 1902) 
Obituaries of prominent men are often given space and distinction which, were 
true worth, dignity and lofty character considered rather than wealth and 
position, would be devoted to those of humbler station, whose lives while 
obscure, still shed a radiance of happiness, helpfulness and gentleness upon 
all who come within their influence. Such a life was that of young William 
Gibson Whatley, whose death at the age of twenty on the 18th of August ended a 
young life of singular purity, usefulness and nobility. During those years of 
boyhood and young manhood, which in most cases are devoted to purely selfish 
pleasures and interests, his whole life. His every effort and his every thought 
were devoted to the care and support of his mother, brothers and sisters. 
Denying himself every pleasure and many comforts, in order that they might 
enjoy life more, he toiled and labored with an energy and a faithfulness that 
would have won admiration for a man of mature age. For five years he served in 
the office of the Western Union Telegraph Company in this city, and so 
distinguished himself that, when more promising opportunities were offered him, 
it was with great reluctance that they released him. He entered the employ of 
Holdt and Bullingtion two years ago, and his devotion, industry and 
faithfulness earned for him their confidence, respect and affection. Next month 
he was to be advanced to a position as traveling salesman-—realizing a long 
cherished ambition. His success was assured and he looked forward with joy to 
the time when he could surround his dear ones with the comforts and luxuries he 
longed to give them. Success however, is not the greatest thing in life, unless 
accompanied and achieved by honor, gentleness, kindness and trust in God, pure 
morals and a clean life. All these he exemplified, and when he realized that he 
must go, he faced death calmly and without fear, making his peach with his God 
in one short, beautiful prayer, that showed his perfect faith and calm 
reliance. No soldier could have died more bravely. (Cedartown Standard, 
September 11, 1902) Mr. Will Whatley, son of Mr. Ob. Whatley, died Tuesday in 
Atlanta and the remains were brought here for interment yesterday afternoon in 
the city Cemetery. Rev. Mr. O’Kelley accompanied the corpse here, and conducted 
the services at the grave. The family have the sympathy of many relatives and 
friends in Polk in their bereavement. (Cedartown Standard, August 21, 1902) 


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