William L. Culp

William L. Culp, 68, entered eternal peace at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Hospital on Monday, December 15th, surrounded by his family, loved ones, and his pastor. William was born in Paducah, KY on December 9, 1940 the son of the late Joe Davis and Hilda (nee: Benberry) Culp. He was very proud of being a survivor of cancer. William was a member of Wayman A.M.E. Church. He had been employed by Ameritech for over 25 years retiring on April 1, 1994. He was a retiree of CWA Local 4202 and a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Bill was a member of the Racine Raiders and the Raiders Alumni Club. He was a lover of all sports and coached numerous youth football, basketball, and baseball teams. He was an avid Packer and Dodger fan. Surviving are his son Ashley Leonard Culp of New York, NY; daughters, Aaisha Shakoor of Oak Creek, WI, Michelle Hudson-Payne of Racine, Bonnie (Dennis) Williams, and Victoria Price all of Charlotte, NC; sisters, Jacquelyn (James) McClelland of Racine and Carmelita Culp of Temecula, CA; grandchildren, Qadeem Shakoor III, Danielle Shakoor, Riyah Shakoor, Mia McKinney, and Michelle Payne; 5 great grandchildren; nephews and nieces, Darryl (Carol) McClelland, James McClelland, Lauren McClelland, and Gail (Garry) Holmes; his loving companion Peggy Moore-Smelley of Racine. Bill is further survived by his grand nieces and nephews. His Homegoing Service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, December 19th, in Wayman AME Church, 424 N. Memorial Dr. with Rev. Charlene B. Mills officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Friday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park.