Mrs. Eddie Marie Coulson was born to Ray T. Harper and Lillie M. Williams on March 5, 1943, in Linden Tx.
She moved to Fort Worth, Tx at the age of 8 where she attended Fort Worth schools.
Eddie Marie began her career with Miller Brewery on November 20, 1975. She retired after 30 years of service in 2005. Alongside her career at the brewery, she also owned a quaint boutique named Coulson Fashions.
Eddie Marie accepted Christ at an early age at Macedonia Baptist Church in Linden, Tx.
Eddie Marie married Thomas C. Coulson on February 8, 1965.
They would later become two of the twenty three founding believers that came together at the McDonald Branch YMCA building on East Berry Street in Fort Worth, Texas. Forming First Riverside Missionary Baptist Church on July 6, 1977 under the leadership of Pastor F.L Anderson. Eddie Marie eagerly sought ways to serve the church, becoming an active member of the Deaconess Board and a member of the Mission Department.
Recognizing the need for a consistent musician for the church. Eddie Marie decided she would learn to play the piano. She dedicated herself to the Music Ministry as their devoted Minister Of Music until her recent retirement. Over the years she mentored several musicians and singers under her leadership. Even after retiring she still provided guidance, leadership and assistant to the Musicians and Directors.
Eddie Marie also took on the role of the church Secretary. She undertook a pivotal role in the Church Finance Office, ensuring transparency and organization in the churches financial matters.
Her devotion and love to her church has left a profound everlasting imprint on the hearts of her Pastor, Alvester Jackson Sr. and the members of First Riverside Missionary Baptist Church.
Eddie Marie was preceded in death by her parents and husband of 58 years.
Eddie Marie leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Sheryl D. Williams, Booker T. Williams (Nikole),
Thomas E. Coulson, and Caryn R. Coulson (Deona); grandchildren, Erin Ragsdale, Tempest Williams, and Thomas Coulson.
Honorary children, Dejuanua Akins, Danielle Taylor, Tonie Luper, Jermaine Butler, Jonathan Crump. As well as a host of family and friends.
Mother,
The seeds you’ve planted throughout your life has come to fruition…you left a mess!
All of my heart is broken at the news of my dear friend’s death. I am consoled though because I know that death is just a passageway to eternal life for all who believe. Eddie just crossed over but she will welcome me with open arms one day. I will miss her more than I can express. Rest in Jesus’ arms fellow musician until we meet again.
Erin and Ms. Sheryl,
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your Grandmother/Mother. You have my love and prayers, always 💙🕊