Michael L. Coward, 68, of Richmond, died December 10, 2024. Surviving are his wife, Leah Y. Coward; four daughters, Nikesha Sowell (Jumoke), Nitisha Winbush (Johaun), Nitasha Coward and Jeanine Booker; three sons, Joachim Burns (Demechia), Michael Scott and Sterling Young; 9 brothers, 2 sisters, host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Friday, December 20 from 10 a.m. until 7 p. m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 21 at Second Baptist Church South Richmond, 3300 Broad Rock Blvd. Rev. Ralph Hodge, officiating. Interment private.