| Obituary* | 12 Jun 2008 | Steven E. Culpepper, of Sandy Springs, died June 10, 2008. He worked for many years in the music industry and at Wizard Electronics. Through the years he cultivated many friendships that have survived the test of time. His other passion was cooking, having learned so much in his 12 years as maitre'd at the Red Barn Inn. Family and friends alike look forward to his home cooked meals. Steve's main devotion was his children, they were his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Elaine Culpepper and one beloved Akita, Kabu. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Sandy Culpepper; children, Stephanie, Russell, and Peggy; brother, Stuart Culpepper and his son, Jacob; brother and sister-in-law, Warren and Lee Culpepper; nephew, Leigh Culpepper and his wife Elaine; father-in-law, John "Poppy" Van Deusen, all of Atlanta; brothers-in-law, Rusty Van Deusen, Chip Van Deusen; sisters-in-law, Dr. Linda Van Deusen and Kimberly Talmage. A memorial service will be held Friday, June 13, 2008 at 1 p.m. at Sandy Springs Chapel with Rusty Van Deusen, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Atlanta Humane Society. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Sandy Springs Chapel Funeral Directors, 136 Mt. Vernon Highway NW, Sandy Springs, GA 30328.1 |