George Raymond O'Neal Jr., 66, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

George was preceded in death by his father, George "Raymond" O'Neal, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Barrett O'Neal; sisters, Mary Lou Scott (Glenn) and Sandra Saunders (Danny); nieces, Emily Britt (Doug), Ashley Ross (Justin), and Georgia Proctor (Curt); and a nephew, Jeff Sewell (Ashley). He also has 4 great nieces and 4 great nephews that he loved dearly. George was also survived by two stepchildren, David Bunn and Angela Bunn Bartholomew; and step granddaughter, Cameron Bunn; along with a lifelong friend Tim Williams.

After graduating high school, George attended Wayne Community College and NC State University Agricultural Institute. He earned his Associate in Applied Agriculture.

George's first job was with the NC State Grain Inspection Service. He then opened his own business in Greenville called The Outdoor Shop. After a few years of selling fishing tackle out of his garage, he went full time wholesaling fishing tackle and owning Honey Hole Lures and Tar River Sports.

George's love was fishing and his family, especially the great nieces and nephews.

Visitation is Saturday, October 5th, 2024, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Carlisle Funeral Home, Tarboro and other times at the home of Glenn and Mary Lou Scott, 701 Williamsburg Dr., Tarboro. NC. A private burial will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to a charity or organization of your choice.