Former right-back Daccus Turman tragically passed away in Augusta on Tuesday.
Daccus Turman was a running back for the South Carolina Gamecocks from 2004 to 2006.
A native of Washington, Georgia, Turman wore jersey number 32 and contributed to his team in short-yardage and goal-line situations.
He recorded 185 rushing yards and one touchdown.
Over his two active seasons, Turman totaled 430 rushing yards and five touchdowns, along with 88 receiving yards.
Former Running Back Daccus Turman Passed Away At The Age Of 42
A former running back for the South Carolina Gamecocks, Daccus Turman, took his last breath on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 42. However, the cause of death has not been revealed.
A Northwestern Oklahoma State University graduate, Thez Robinson, took to his official Facebook handle and remembered the time he spent with Daccus. He wrote,
Rest up my brother. We enjoyed each other before you left. We had great times. It hurt to see you go. Until we meet again my brother! Daccus Turman LLD-Train #GCGC #GCFL
Thez Robinson
Coach and trainer at BU4U TrimFit, Syvelle Newton, also took to his social media handle and mourned the tragic death of Daccus by stating,
Loss a great teammate today, and it’s true life is day to day we never know when its our day. Daccus Turman was a teammate that everyone loved. I’ll never forget this play and I’ll never forget get being in the huddle and every play he would ask WHAT I GOT 🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️. A true man of God rest well my boy. Still never forget I took the fall for you that night when we whooped on the Kappas lol,
Syvelle Newton
WW Tiger Nation took to their Facebook handle and sent prayers to Daccus’s family. They wrote,
Our condolences and prayers go out to the family of Daccus Turman.
WW Tiger Nation
Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School graduate Tracey Gladmon offered his heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Daccus’s family. He wrote,
Nephew 😢 I’m still speechless. It seems so unreal. Praying for Marquita Turman, your children, your mom Vickie Turman Aunt Wilhelmina T. Melonson & your siblings Sherita, Stacey Turman Erica Jenkins & Erin Turman. May the Lord continue to uplift and surround you all with comfort, strength, and peace during this difficult time.
Tracey Gladmon
R.I.H.P 👼🏽Daccus Turman Now with your dad Smokey, You will forever be in our hearts💗
Other family members and relatives have also poured their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Daccus’s family, encouraging them to stay strong during this challenging time.
According to the source, the funeral service for Daccus will be held at McLendon Memorial Funeral Home, located at 215 Mercer Street, Washington, Georgia 30673.
Daccus will always be remembered for his unforgettable contributions to the South Carolina Gamecocks as their right back. Rest in Peace, Daccus Turman.
Daccus Turman Is Survived By His Mother, Vickie, And His Wife, Marquita Turman
Born in 1982, Daccus Turman was raised by his mother, Vickie Turman, and his father, whose identity has not been revealed.
His mother, Vickie, a realtor, recently took to her official Facebook handle and mourned the death of her son, Daccus. She wrote,
No Words will suffice for the place my heart is in
Vickie Turman
In addition, Daccus’s sister, Erin Turman, also took to her Facebook handle to mourn the tragic loss. She wrote,
My big brother man 💔 sometimes life is just not fair. My heart literally hurts, but my faith reminds me that this is not goodbye…it’s just “see you later.” God called you home sooner than anyone expected, and though we already miss you deeply, I trust that you in are now resting in His eternal peace, free from any kind of worldly pain. Until we meet again big bro. I love you so much Dac. Get your rest, my angel. 🕊️🖤😓
Erin Turman
Daccus was married to Marquita Turman, with whom he shared three children. Marquita is also mourning the tragic loss of her husband, Daccus.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- As per the source, Daccus Turman was arrested on June 14, 2003, after a fight with his then-girlfriend, Williams. He was suspended indefinitely by coach Lou Holtz.
- In the 2005 season, he rushed for 245 yards and four touchdowns on 59 carries, averaging 4.2 yards per carry. He also added 66 receiving yards on 14 catches.
- His brother, Stacey, studied at Fort Valley State University.
