Visitation: Wednesday June 24, 2015 1-8 p.m. Stinson Funeral Home 16540 Meyers at the John Lodge Fwy

Family Hour: Thursday 10:00 a.m. Funeral at 11:00 a.m. at Bethel A.M.E. Church 5050 St Antoine.

Interment: Great Lakes National Cemetery
Tuesday, June 30, 2015 12:00 p.m.

Coolidge C. Edwards was born in Newberry County, South Carolina on March 3, 1928 and was the youngest of eight children of the late Alma Edwards and Davis Edwards, and was the last sibling called to eternal rest.

Coolidge accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age at St. Marks A.M.E. Church in South Carolina. He attended and graduated from Austin High School in Knoxville, Tennessee. After graduating from high school. Coolidge enthusiastically served his country by enlisting in the United States army and fought in World War II. Furthermore, Coolidge felt inclined to enlist in the United states Marine Corps, he fought courageously in the Korean War. Mr. Edwards was released from active duty, June 6, 1947 receiving an honorable discharge fro both branches of the United States Armed Forces. His service represented a very proud chapter of his life. The highlight moment of Mr. Edwards life was in 2012 when the United States Congress voted unanimously to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the first African American, U.S> Marine Corps, Montford Pont Marine Unit for their "outstanding perseverance and courage that inspired social change in the United States Marine Corps" Coolidge was a service member during that period of history, making him a pioneer being the first black fighting unit of the U.S. Marine Corps. This award was presented to Mr. Coolidge by President Obama.

Throughout his career years, after military, Coolidge was employed with Chrysler Desoto Division. Also, he worked for the United states Postal Service in Detroit, Michigan where he eventually retired, after many years of dedicated service.

Coolidge was united in holy matrimony to Susie Washington. From this union five beautiful children were born: Felicia, Malvirse, Kimberly, Shaelon and Raemon. Coolidge had two beloved children prior to his marriage; Coolidge, Jr., and Beverly Preston, who proceeded him in death.

Coolidge loved the Lord and joined Second Grace United Methodist Church in Detroit. Later, he transferred his membership to St. Stephen A.M.E. Church for over 25 years, being a member in good standing. Coolidge gave of his time, talent and treasure. Believing that one should support the ministries of their Zion, Coolidge often gave donations over and above what was asked of the congregation. He worked untiringly as a Steward-Officer, Local Lay Organization Chaplain, Michigan Conference Lay Organization Parliamentarian, and Adult Teacher of the Sunday School Department. Coolidge's legacy of being a hard worker and dedicated member of St. Stephen A.M.E. Church, is acknowledged on their, "Wall of Remembrance" receiving the "Bridge Builder Award", Also, Mr. Edwards purchased a leaf on the "Millennium Fund Tree" by donating a generous monetary contribution towards the maintenance and growth of St. Stephen A.M.E. Church.

In2007, Coolidge transferred his long time membership from St. Stephen A.M.E. Church to Bethel A.M.E. Church under the pastorate of Rev. Alfred Johnson. Upon joining the Mother Church, Mr. Edwards immediately became active in the Greeters Ministry, March Birth Month Club, and the Sunday School Department.

Coolidge lived a long active Christian life. He made his transition from labor to reward on Monday, June 15, 2015. He leaves to cherish in his memory: three daughters; Felicia, Kimberly and Shaelon; three sons, Coolidge, Jr., Malvirse and Ramone; nineteen grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends