Life story

" Douglas Wayne Fulkerson, age 63, of Colonial Beach, passed away at his home on June 19, 2026.
Doug lived a high energy life with open arms that embraced a large extended family, step-family, life-long friends and more. He is preceded in death by his parents Janet L. and Elmer R. Fulkerson Jr., son Kenny Wayne, and his brother David L. Fulkerson.
Those left behind to cherish his memory include: his loving partner Vickie S. Stanley, daughters Vivian L. and Kimberly M. Fulkerson. He also leaves behind two brothers and two sisters, Elmer Roscoe (Kathy) Fulkerson III, Sandra (Tom) Buckley, Veronica (Tim) OConnell, and Clarence (Connie) Fulkerson, as well as many who call him gramps.
Doug was a carpenter by trade, applying his skill to bridge work all over northern Virginia. He loved working hard and being outdoors and had the energy for it; often working small jobs on the side. When not on the job he had time to help friends, family and a stranger in need. He loved his cars (Ford Ranger) and had a gift for making most anything run. Life was a grand adventure for Doug; animated stories full of color, energy and sometimes a little exaggeration, were a part of time spent with him.
A Celebration of Life, “Hey, Hey!” will be held at a future date so that family and friends may gather to share stories, love and laughter in honor of Doug.
“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard." — A.A. Milne "