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Philip Gary Whitehead, 70, of Duncan, SC, went to be with the Lord on January 6, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. Born in Maryville, TN, he was the son of Earvil Whitehead and the late Betty Brown Whitehead. He is survived by his daughter Emily Whitehead of Charleston, SC; Matthew Whitehead (Sandra) of Greer, SC; and grandchildren Lilly and Thomas. He also leaves behind long-term partner, Connie Francis; brothers Lynn Whitehead (Hamby), Michael Whitehead, and Alan Whitehead (Lori); sisters Karen Rose (Tom) and Janine Updyke (Jay); a host of nieces and nephews; as well as extended family and close friends. Philip graduated from Alcoa High School in 1968, where he became an Eagle Scout and played football. Following high school, he served in the Air National Guard before graduating from East Tennessee State University with a degree in Accounting. He was a lifelong entrepreneur and loved to travel. Philip greatly enjoyed long walks in nature as well as spending time with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren. His optimism, patience, love of storytelling, and humor will forever be remembered. The family will hold a celebration of life at a later date.
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