George Pell Lea

CARY – George Pell Lea, age 66, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Born in Nash County, NC on December 29, 1958, he was the son of the late Philip Pell Lea and Bernice "Bunny" Nicholson Bunn Lea.
Blessed with musical talents, George's love of music began on Christmas Day when he leaped across the living room to land in the chair behind his first drum set. After many years of dutiful practice, he ended up in the Rocky Mount Senior High School band. George received an award from his music teacher, Mr. Sikes, and never allowed his mother to forget how she was late for the ceremony. He spent several happy years touring through North Carolina and Virginia with his band. George's family always enjoyed his songs and digital recordings. Lately, he had honed his computer and technical skills as he began his company. A caring brother, uncle, and good friend to many, George will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
George is survived by his sister, Ramsay Lea Gorham and husband, Frank; his brothers, Philip Bunn Lea and wife, Jo, and Richard Hunter Lea; his nephews and nieces, Hunter Gorham and wife, Megan, Walker Gorham and wife, Molly, Anna Lea Stroud and husband, David, and Katherine Lea Womble and husband, Robert; and many extended family members and good friends.
A Celebration of Life Service to celebrate George's life will be held on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church, 200 S Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Rev. Bill Grisham officiating. Visitation with the family will be following the service in the First Baptist Church.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.