Eddie Lee Maston, born on March 27, 1933, in Sumrall, MS, left this world peacefully on October 7, 2023. He was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great- great grandfather and friend.

Eddie was preceded in death by his mother, Mattie Mae Dubois of Sumrall, MS, his father, James Maston II of Gulfport, MS, and his sister, Gwendolyn Maston of New Orleans, LA. After graduating from 33rd Avenue High School in Gulfport, MS, he bravely enlisted in the United States Marines and served honorably during the Korean War until his discharge in 1955.

Eddie was a remarkable individual, a true jack of all trades, and an unwaveringly hard worker. There seemed to be nothing he couldn't fix, repair, or build. He possessed a generous spirit and was always there for everyone, ensuring their needs and wishes were met.

He leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion. Eddie is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Mary Maston of Gulfport, MS, two daughters, Edith (Phillip) McDaniel of Fort Walton Beach, FL, and Kathleen Maston of New Orleans, LA, as well as his sons, Christopher "Chip" (Keetha) Maston of Jacksonville, FL, and Demetrius "D" (Keesha) Maston of Memphis, TN. He is also survived by two brothers, William (Alma) Welch of Diamondhead, MS, and James "Jimmy" Maston of Killeen, TX, along with sisters, Pamela Harper of Gulfport, MS, Gail (Osagie) Maston Wells Dion of Montgomery, AL, Raschele (Robert) Maston Jackson of Smyrna, GA, and Barbara Harvey of Detroit, MI.

Eddie's legacy lives on through his 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind a host of other relatives and friends whose lives he touched with his kindness and unwavering support.

Eddie Lee Maston will forever be remembered for his selflessness, his dedication to family, and his boundless generosity. His memory will live on in the hearts of all those who were fortunate enough to know him.