It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Marcus Dwayne Whitehead (Louisville, Kentucky), who passed away at the age of 33, on June 5, 2019. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Marcus Dwayne Whitehead or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his grandmother Marva "Lorene" Couch; and his nephew Brandon. He is survived by: his children, Marcus D. Whitehead Jr. and Magic Whitehead; his parents, Margaret Whitehead and Eric Rutledge; his siblings, Deniece, Erica "ShatariYah" (Damien), Tiffany, Anthony, Angel Whitehead, Eryn and Elexea "Lexy" Rutledge; and also Desaree Slaughter. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

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April 22, 2022

Erica Whitehead lit a candle

“Shalom Bro, you're always on our minds & hearts ❤️ We love you & miss you. Until we meet again ❣️🙏🏾🙌🏾”

July 28, 2020

Erica Whitehead lit a candle

“In loving memory of my amazing brother Marcus Dwayne Whitehead; a loving son, awesome father, sweet uncle, best cousin, loyal friend, and the list continues! Someone so special will not be forgotten.”

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February 24, 2021

ShatariYah W. wrote a sympathy message

“Hey, just stopping by wishing you were here to celebrate Lil Marcus' Earthday. I love you bro❣”

February 1, 2021

ShatariYah W. wrote a sympathy message

“Such an awesome father❣❣❣”

February 1, 2021

ShatariYah W. wrote a sympathy message

“I love you more than you ever knew❣ I'm still not understanding why they took you from us. I'll get to see you again in the kingdom!”

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June 11

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King Solomon Baptist Church
1620 Anderson St, Louisville, KY 40210

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June 11

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King Solomon Baptist Church
1620 Anderson St, Louisville, KY 40210

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