As reported by sources such as 'The Yolanda Adams Morning Show' and thegospelguru.com, the Gospel duo Mary Mary father, Eddie Atkins, has pass away.

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

 Eddie Atkins, was an community leader & youth minister. Mr. Atkins laid the foundation for Erica & Tina's (who is Mary Mary) broad reaching musical perform that allows them to deliver their brand of gospel music not just to the church fot to the masses regardless of their walk of life & spiritual understanding.

As of right now, the cause of death is currently unknown. And our prayers & thoughts are with Mary Mary's Erica & Tina during this time.