Edwin M. Woods

Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch Edwin Maurice Woods, 67, of Olive Branch, MS passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024. Friends are invited to a visitation with the family on Thursday, August 8, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., with a Celebration of Life to follow at 5:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Olive Branch. Bro. Jerrod Brooks will officiate. Edwin was born on April 9, 1957 in Memphis, TN. While working, Edwin was the manufacturing director at Bryce Corporation and Cyber Graphics, working diligently for forty-eight years until his retirement in December 2022. Edwin was a member of First Baptist Church of Olive Branch where he lived out his strong faith through service and dedication. At First Baptist Church, Edwin held many roles, including serving as a deacon, Sunday school teacher for 5th-8th graders and the college class, member of the security team, and helping out with the youth band. He was also a skilled drummer who enjoyed filling in for the praise team whenever needed. Edwin was deeply involved in outreach, eagerly participating in summer mission trips to Honduras and helping monthly at the Memphis Union Mission. He pioneered the mission effort to M.U.M. from First Baptist Church and served faithfully for over ten years. Beyond his church involvement, Edwin was a Charter Member of the Desoto Athletic Club and a passionate sports fan. He was a season ticket holder for the Memphis Tiger Football and Basketball teams for over twenty years. Edwin loved spending time with his family. He was married to the love of his life, Debbie, for forty-three years. Together, they enjoyed attending the Orpheum Theater and various concerts, as Edwin appreciated different genres of music. He was always there to cheer on his family, coaching his sons' sports teams, supporting their band competitions, and attending his niece Maggie's dance and cheer competitions. Edwin was known for his disciplined nature and unwavering values, always putting others before himself. His strong character and selflessness were evident in every aspect of his life. Edwin's life was marked by his unwavering support for his loved ones and his community. He will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Left to cherish Edwin’s memory is his wife, Debbie Woods of Olive Branch; sons, Patrick Woods (Kirby) of San Francisco, CA and Daniel Woods of Olive Branch; granddaughter, Allie Anna Woods of San Francisco; sisters, Ann Saxton of Horn Lake, MS and Linda McCall (Bill) of Bridgetown, MS; brother, William Woods of Memphis, TN; and a host of nieces and nephews, along with Maggie Wiggins, a niece who held a special place in his heart. Edwin was preceded in death by his mother, Vada Lucille Seymour; father, James Monroe Woods; and brother, Buddy Woods. In lieu of traditional flowers, memorial contributions may be made in honor of Edwin Woods to First Baptist Church of Olive Branch, Great Commission Offering (www.fbcob.org/give/). Online condolences may be left on his Tribute Wall at www.colemanfuneralhomeob.com.

Edwin M. Woods

April 9, 1957 - August 5, 2024

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