Father of gospel singers Mary Mary dies
The father of a famed gospel duo has passed away. Tina Campbell and Erica Campbell of Mary Mary are mourning the loss of their father Eddie Atkins. The news was announced on the ladys’ Twitter page where they thanked fans for their prayers.
Their father who was a church deacon, appeared on their reality show last year.
Thanks 4 all the kind words & prayers sent today. Our Dad was a great man, but he’s with Jesus now. He taught us how to pray & trust God
— Erica & Tina (@therealmarymary) June 26, 2013
Our hearts are heavy but we can rejoice knowing our father knew we Loved him RIP Elder Eddie A Atkins Jr. Rest in the arms of Jesus Daddy..
— Erica & Tina (@therealmarymary) June 26, 2013