Carl Whaley Obituary

Miss you and your can do "Service Excellence" spirit Mr. Carl Whaley! You were the best boss the Daley team ever had!

Carl left this world 7 years ago today, July 1, 2024. Time has passed, but his influence is still profound in the lives of many who worked for him or with him. Speaking for myself, he taught me how to be a salesman. At first the definition of "salesman" may not be so glamorous. But Carl taught how to not only believe in a product but far more importantly, to believe in yourself. His style of selling empowered the customer, his showmanship, knowledge and confidence conveyed the message. Finally his positive attitude made the difference between success and failure. All of us are "salesman" in some way, no matter what walk of life. We seek and find our higher self, most often it is found by putting others first. "Service Excellence" was Carl's and Daley Corporation's motto. His principles live on all these years later, never to be forgotten. Thank you and RIP Carl Whaley! July 1, 2024.

A good man, who cared deeply about the success of everyone he came in contact with. He made a difference in so many lives. I am eternally grateful for all he did for me.

It's been 5 years since Carl left his world for heaven above yet the impact of his life, his achievements and inspiration on all of our lives continues today. Is that not the defining mark of a man or woman even after they are gone? To inspire, motivate and build on a higher ideal with fresh ideas, yet at the same time enabling personal empowerment and it's leverage by company teamwork. His legacy carries on in the things we learned and what we have become all these years later. Carl was not only a pioneer in his field, but a strong advocate of focusing everyone who worked for him or knew him as friend or family to reach our potential. Some may say he was often a "showman" in sales. Yet what he (along with wife Pat and Dan Boling) really did was inspire us to perform always at our best, to love what we do and to be a team player. All of that and always in good humor and heartfelt benevolence toward any existing or potential customer. That is why Daley Corporation was successful far beyond any other company of its kind. He knew instinctively that the customer was the central focus of any sale, a lesson that many companies today still have not learned. He would say, "Make it easy for the customer to do business!" Carl was the epitome and embodiment of real "Service Excellence", just like the company he founded in 1968. Rest in peace Carl, we all learned so much from you and will never forget how you have changed our lives for the better. Here is a photo link from the Memorial gathering in August, 2017. http://s1356.photobucket.com/user/86bertone/library/

Carl had such an impact on me and my career. He never gave up on me. There are still things in life that remind me of the times working for him. He cared so much for those around him. Truly one of my best friends.

I worked for Carl from 1973 till 1997. I have now recently retired from the business. My career was forever influenced by him, and his stubborn drive to make me successful. I owe Carl a lot. He was a good, caring person. Not a day went by, that some situation didn't remind me of him. I am forever grateful to have worked for him, and known him. God bless.

May God's grace, strength and blessings console the family, friends and associates who knew and loved Mr. Carl Whaley. Many of us employees of Daley Corporation (1968-1997) knew him as a beloved boss but also a partner in our success and loyal friend.
If I had to choose one single word to describe Carl Whaley it would be "Inspiration". He lifted and enabled others to reach their own potential with strong leadership, a bold and confident style, endearing manner and incredible salesmanship skills. Those attributes not only touched our lives but continue to live on in all of us.
Recently it was reported that Greenville/Upstate was named as America's 4th fastest growing city. May I dare say that the foundation for today's nationally recognized growth is part of the legacy that Carl Whaley and the "Service Excellence" construction/rental team helped pioneer over many decades in this region. Daley Corporation and its innovative concepts revolutionized the entire construction and rental industry, and it was Carl who led the way! Carl's innovative ideas, boundless enthusiasm, sense of humor and defining life lessons are etched on our hearts. Thank you Carl Whaley; you changed my life so much for the better as well as countless others along your journey. Your kindness, friendship and encouragement to pursue excellence will never be forgotten.

So sorry for your loss. May you find peace in God during your time of bereavement. Praying for the family.

I went to work for Carl in 1973 and worked for him until he retired in 1997. A long and rewarding friendship. We shared some good times over all those years. My success in life was very influenced by Carl. He was a caring mentor. My condolences to his family, as they adjust to life without Carl. You can all be proud of who and what he was.

Blessed to have shared some wonderful memories with you and your family. You were one of a kind. My deepest sympathy to the ones you've left behind.

Prayers to all who loved and will miss Whaley, he certainly was a Gentleman, and was a Mentor, he touched many lives in a positive way . May the memories out weight our sadness.

I will miss Carl's wit so much. He has made me laugh so much over the last couple of years. I know your hearts are sad but he would want you to laugh and share wonderful memories of him.

My prayers and thoughts are with you

Judy, Our sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Carl was such a wonderful man and he will be missed very much. We hope that your good memories will help ease some of the pain you must be experiencing and please know that you are all in our thoughts & prayers. Love Rick & Maggie Jones

Deepest sympathy to the Whaley family. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Eddie and Raylene