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Eddie Mae Jackson Williamson

5/24/2021

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​Eddie Mae Jackson Williamson, age 73, passed on May 19, 2021 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Americus, Georgia.

Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 12:00 PM on the lawn of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 630 Mask Road, Americus, Georgia. Burial will follow in the Church cemetery.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

Eddie Mae Jackson was born the second child and oldest daughter to the parentage of Eddie Daniel Jackson and Annie Lou Merritt Jackson on September 18, 1947 in Americus, Georgia.

Eddie Mae was educated in the public schools of Sumter County, graduating from Sumter County High School in 1965. She was reared giving thanks and service to God at New Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. Soon after graduating from high school, Eddie Mae married and moved to Hartford Connecticut where she and her husband welcomed two handsome sons, Eddie “Stevie”, Jr. and Calvin, to the family and she doted on them whenever and wherever she could.  Eddie Mae secured employment at Pratt and Whitney where she mastered her craft as an inspector.  She often shared stories about her experiences and relationships gained there.  She remained at Pratt and Whitney for many years until she decided to retire and soon returned to Georgia. 

Eddie Mae married Eugene Williamson of Schley County and they shared over 20 years of love and devotion until his passing in October 2020. 

As she settled back into a more calming and serene “country” life, Eddie Mae would not sit still and even though retired, she continued to work.  She found a new love of service for children in the Sumter County School System.  Eddie was drawn to lending herself to special needs students and relished numerous opportunities to hone in on her giving spirit and joyful personality through developing bonds with them and their families. 

“Mrs. E.”, as she was affectionally known by her students and colleagues, always displayed a natural sense of caring and purpose which soon radiated throughout the building and eventually everyone grew to know and love her.

She was a free spirit and easily adapted with any population, whether young or old. She never met a stranger.  Eddie Mae was generous, mild-mannered, kindhearted, and caring.  She loved to cook and was well known for her delicious sweet potato pies.  She was an unwavering caregiver to her father, mother, aunt and husband.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Wallace, Samuel, Burl, and Patricia and her special aunt, Sylinda ”Nig” King, who was like a second mother to her. 

Eddie Mae received her final call and release of service from this life on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.  Her legacy of love and fond memories will be cherished by all that knew and loved her.

Forever to celebrate her life she leaves her sons, Eddie “Stevie” Stephens, Jr., Hartford, Connecticut and Calvin Stephens, Marlboro, NY; three step-children, Kerry (Sonja) Williamson, Sr., Rosalyn Williamson, Dexter Williamson, Sr., all of Americus, GA; grandchildren, Eddie Jervon (Shannon) Stephens, Brittney Stephens, Chasity Stephens, Charvonne (Andre) Robinson, and Amber Johnson, step-grandchildren Brandon, Kenyeta, Kerry, Jr., Christopher, Cortez, Ronrica, Dawn, Jessica, Kerridias, Kerin, Dexter, Jr.; great-grandchildren; two loving and devoted brothers,  Ansley (Sharon) Jackson and Johnny (Vanessa) Jackson; a caring and faithful sister-in-law Peggy Jackson, all of Americus, Georgia;in-laws/spouses, Mary Lizzie Beavers, Willie Arthur (Rose) Williamson, Christine Stewart, Josephine (Samuel) Mercer, Annie Mildred Williamson, Annie Pearl (Paul) Smith, Mary Francis Hayes, Ella Pearl Williamson, Minnie Williamson; aunts, Mozelle Harris, Atlanta, Georgia and Mattie Jackson, Rochester, New York; devoted friends Linda Ward, Ann Sawtelle, Denise Johnson, Hattie Ferguson, Abidel Battle and “ her boutique shopping club”, Cheryl Raven, Pam Dowdell, and Anna Sumlin; and a host of beloved nieces (including Ashunia Pless and Lashonta Glover), nephews, cousins and friends.

20 Comments
Jamiya Miles
5/24/2021 08:49:42 pm

Mrs. Eddie was a sweet sweet lady. I met her at Americus Sumter High School. Prayers for her family and friends! ❤️

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Carlicia Johnson
5/24/2021 09:50:29 pm

Heaven have a great person I’ll always love you.. fly high baby 🙌🏾

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Mae Belle Thomas
5/25/2021 10:56:08 am

Condolences to the family of Mrs. Williamson. She was a wonderful person, warm and giving. I enjoyed working with her at Sumter Middle School and seeing her periodically after retirement..

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Sandra Rudolph
5/25/2021 12:46:42 pm

Dear Jackson family my condolences to you all. I knew Eddie Mae long years ago and hadn't realized she'd moved back to the South. Johnny, Vanessa and Peggy may God bring comfort to you doing this time.

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Edward "Lilly" Williams
5/25/2021 02:00:40 pm

Rest in Heaven my sweet cousin! Your wonderful presence and beautiful smile will be missed, but you will always be in our hearts! Let the church say amen! May God Bless the family. I love you. Your cousin, Edward " Lily"

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The Coley Family
5/25/2021 05:09:24 pm

We are saddened at hearing that we lost Eddie Mae in death. We are sending our love and many prayers to the family for comfort and strength during this difficult time. May the Almighty God help you endure.

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DeLois P. Wilson
5/25/2021 05:23:29 pm

Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Eddie Mae Jackson Williamson during this time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May Almighty God comfort and strengthen each of you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.

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Samantha Braswell
5/25/2021 07:00:50 pm

Thank you Mrs. Eddie for caring for our children.Your smile made us all love you. Rest dear friend.

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Damiaya Peavy
5/25/2021 08:02:46 pm

Fly High sweet lady we will always miss you forever ❤️❤️❤️😘😘😘

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Regina Duggs
5/25/2021 09:19:34 pm

Rest In Peace My Beautiful Cousin, I will forever miss your beautiful smile and your loving heart towards your family and friends..Take Your Rest..Love Cousin Regina Duggs "Your Florida Cousin"💖💕💕

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Johnnie Hale ( Cousin Lay)
5/25/2021 10:31:38 pm

Cousin Girl, Cousin Girl-My Heart is so heavy right now! Family Day will never be the same: who is gonna make my own “special” pot of collard greens, and those delicious sweet potato pies! I miss you already, but God knows best- take your rest Cousin! Love you-Lay

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Edward L Williams
5/27/2021 08:26:43 am

Sweet message big sister! Eddie Mae has left a big void in our lives. R.I.P. my beautiful cuz! I am already missing your smile and soft voice.

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Ruby McCullough
5/26/2021 10:05:56 am

Rest in heaven beautiful cousin Eddie Mae. I will always remember your beautiful smile and kindness. So sorry to see you go but happy you are at peace. Condolences and blessing to the rest of the family.

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Verna Thomas
5/26/2021 01:06:56 pm

JOHNNY AND VANESSA AND THE JACKSON FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYS ARE WITH YOU

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Jennifer Harris
5/26/2021 02:37:57 pm

Sending Prayers To The Family. Ms Eddie was a giving,caring, loving and friendly person. She was one of God's earthly helping angel. We are going to miss her dearly

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Mary Holloway
5/26/2021 08:23:06 pm

My condolences to the family ! I enjoyed years of working with Eddie a very sweet person.

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Tamara P. Coley
5/27/2021 09:25:28 am

Mrs. Eddie Mae’s sweet and caring spirit and beautiful smile will be missed. We had a lot of great memories together beginning at Americus High School. May God continue to comfort the family.

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Christine Jackson
5/27/2021 11:26:55 am

My condolences to my family. Eddie was not just a cousin, but the sister I never had. The unconditional love will not be forgotten. Although, my heart hurts, I find comfort in knowing God has welcome you home. Rest In Peace.

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Dannette Clark
5/28/2021 11:56:39 am

SWEET LADY SWEET LADY YOU WE'RE ONE AMAZING LADY I HAVE KNOWN MAJORITY OF MY LIFE I WILL DEFINITELY MISS YOU AND OUR CONVERSATIONS YOU WE'RE AN AWESOME GRANDMOTHER TO MY SON JADEN WHOM YOU GAVE THE NICK NAME MIDGET WE WILL MISS YOU WE LOVE YOU FOREVER..FLY HIGH MISS TINE CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR BABY BOY MIDGET FOR ME UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN ...❤❤❤😇

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Linda Evans
5/30/2021 09:11:50 pm

Love u my friend and she a very nice person

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