Robert J. Whaley | |
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 Portrait of Robert Whaley | |
| Born | Robert J. Whaley December 8, 1840 |
| Died | 1922 (aged 81–82) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Banker |
| Known for | Philanthropy, banking, lumber |
| Spouse | Mary McFarlan (m. January 24, 1867, d. 1925) |
| Children | Donald |
Robert J. Whaley (December 8, 1840 – 1922) served as Citizens Bank's president for over forty years. His 1886 loan to the Flint Road Cart Company eventually led to the creation of General Motors in 1908. William C. Durant's bank book, which records the loan, is currently exhibited at Whaley House Historical Museum courtesy of Citizens Bank.