Marcus Ray

Culpepper

Marcus Ray Culpepper, 42, of Richmond, departed this life July 25, 2026. He was born on November 26, 1983 to Roy E. Culpepper, Sr. and Yolanda Fields Culpepper.

In 2001, Marcus graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. He later furthered his education and earned his degree in HVAC from Fortis College. Marcus loved welding and was very good at it.

Marcus was a faithful son, brother, uncle, cousin and coach. He loved his mother and took care of her. He was a father to those in need. He loved coaching and gave 100% to the kids, parents and his community. Marcus was trustworthy, loyal and respectful. He  was always ready to lend a helping hand and was only a telephone call away.

Marcus was an avid lover of all sports. His favorite sports team were the New Giants, NBA Team OKC Thunder and baseball team was the New York Yankees. His passion was coaching and training youth football. He coached for the RVA Bulldogs and the EASTEND Tigers to name a few. Although Marcus didn't have children of his own, he poured his knowledge and time into the young men he encountered. He was loved by both the players, team mates, parents, family and friends. Spending time with his family and friends was a high priority for him.

In addition to his father, Marcus was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Mckinley Sr. and Georgia Culpepper and Frances Dodson; great grandparents, Gladys and James Atkins Sr.; uncles, Ralph L Fields Jr., Thomas, William and Mckinley Culpepper Jr.; aunts, Daisy and Sally Culpepper and beloved niece, Trinity Culpepper.

Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Yolanda Culpepper; brother, Roy Culpepper Jr.; grandfather, Floyd Dodson; uncle and godfather, James M. Adkins, Jr.; aunts, Marica (Lee) Hawkins, Brenda (Sam) Evans Sr., Doretha Hall, Emma Culpepper, Thelma and Betty Culpepper; nephew, Roy Culpepper III; a host of cousins, one special cousin/sister, Sharon Coles; other relatives and friends; close friends, Shakir Langley, Colby and James Turner.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held Wednesday, August 5, 2026 from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, August 6 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Interment Riverview Cemetery.

A special thank you to his devoted cousins Sharon Coles, Gary Culpepper and Danyell Culpepper and devoted friends, Shakir Lanley and Colby Turner for their assistance given to "Ma Dukes" during this time.