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Wayne Fulcher Obituary

Wayne Fulcher

Portsmouth - Earl Wayne Fulcher, 76, a longtime resident of Portsmouth passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2016 in a local hospital. He was born on October 12, 1939 in Buxton, NC to the late Earl and Wilma Fulcher. Wayne was a renowned artist and a 1960 graduate of Churchland High School, where he ran track and held the title for the fastest mile for over 10 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Judy Towns.

He is survived by his two sons, Eric Fulcher and wife Shelby and Aaron Fulcher and wife Dana; three grandchildren, Aaron Alexander Fulcher, Corine Fulcher and Caleb Fulcher; a brother, Dave Crockett; and a host of extended family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 4:30 PM Saturday, August 6, 2016 in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel.

Condolences may be made to the family online at www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 31, 2016.

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Peggy Bailey

December 12, 2016

Sincere condolences, I have just learned of Waynes passing. He was a dear friend to both John Maddox and I, and a truly talented artist. I am deeply saddened by his loss. Peggy Bailey

Barbara & Dave Crockett

August 5, 2016

Dear Fulcher Family:
We are deeply saddened to learn of your great loss. I hope to see you tomorrow afternoon for Wayne's Memorial Service. Dave is back in the hospital, and I am hoping he will be able to attend with me tomorrow. I know there are many memories Dave would like to share with all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Barbara & Dave Crockett

Dee Jennette

August 1, 2016

Aaron and Eric, May God bless y'all and give ya peace! We will surely miss Wayne! We are unable to make the service but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Cousins, Wayland and Dee Jennette and w.L Whedbee

Marlene Quidley Bohanon

August 1, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family. I did not know Mr. Fulcher personally but I know his art. My grandparents were Hatteras natives and I spent as much time there as possible. His art made me feel at home again and I will always appreciate him for that.

Wayland. And. Dee Jennette

August 1, 2016

We will surely miss Wayne! Eric and Aaron hope you find peace and may God bless y'all! Your cousins Dee and Wayland Jennette and Family and W.L. Whedbee

July 31, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family of Wayne. I remember him as a classmate from CHS where he was a talented artist and great track star. He will be missed.

Larry Gaskins
Williamsburg, Va.

July 31, 2016

wayne will be missed. I spend many afternoon talking to him . he was a great friend. God will take care of him and also his family, iam sorry for your lost. Frank Pellegrini

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