Curtis Joe

Eidson

Curtis Joe Eidson, who built a life marked by hard work, faithful service, and deep devotion to his family, his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and his church, passed away on November 11, 2026, at the age of 89. He was born on October 3, 1937.

Mr. Eidson learned to work at an early age, shaped in part by growing up as the youngest of 23 children and by the example of a father who was a sharecropper. That strong work ethic stayed with him throughout his life. He ran a landscaping service for many years and continued working in it until his death. Landscaping was not only his livelihood, but also one of the ways he served others, and he became known in his church for caring for its grounds with the same steady dedication he brought to every part of life. A man of faith, Curtis accepted Jesus as his Savior a few months before marrying the love of his life. He and his wife, Mary Louise, began their life together in 1985, and their 42 years of marriage were the foundation of a large and loving family. Soon after his conversion, he felt called to work with young people, and that calling became one of the defining commitments of his life. He had a gift for youth ministry and spent countless hours, as well as much of his own money, showing young people love, guidance, and support. Through that work, he led many boys and girls to serve Jesus. He took youth on many trips and helped them earn money by organizing car washes, creating opportunities for fellowship, responsibility, and spiritual growth. Curtis was active and welcoming in his church community. He was known for greeting people warmly, for teaching, and for faithfully serving wherever needed. Youth ministry and church work remained especially close to his heart, and those who knew him saw in him a man who lived his beliefs through action, generosity, and consistent care for others.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Mary Louise Eidson; his children, Diane Harrison and her husband Danny, Kathy Obert and her husband Steve, Lisa Pitts and Ronnie Reeves, Tina Louise Creech and her husband Tom, and Tammy Renee Walsh and her husband Pete; and his grandchildren, Mitch Obert, Doug Stacey, Daniel Harrison, Heather Powell, Charlie Pitts, and Brittney Naylor. His family was one of his greatest blessings, and his life extended across generations. In addition to his children and grandchildren, he also leaves behind 11 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren, each part of the legacy of love, faith, and perseverance he built over a lifetime.

Curtis was preceded in death by his parents, twenty-two siblings, and one son, Joe Wayne Eidson, to whom he was a recipient of a Kidney donation from Curtis, his father, that lasted 20 years.

Curtis Joe Eidson will be remembered as a hardworking man, a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, and a faithful servant of his church. His example of steadfast labor, openhearted welcome, and commitment to guiding young people in faith will remain with all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A time of visitation will be held from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Monday, November 16, 2026 at Southwide Batist Church; 1307 Coy Burgess Loop, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, November 16, 2026 at Southwide Baptist Church with Reverends John Lovelady and Jeremy Lewis officiating.

Flowers are being accepted.

Pallbearers will be Steve Obert, Doug Stacey, Mitchell Obert, Charlie Pitts, Jeffery Powell, John Naylor and Benny Marcus.

Burial will be held at Southwide Baptist Church Cemetery.