EDMONTON — City council members honored the passing of Coy Wilson Monday night with a moment of silence.
Wilson, 69, died on Oct. 11. He and his wife, Virginia, were founders of Bel Air Restaurant in Edmonton. He also owned and operated Edmonton Discount Furniture.
A resolution in memoriam of Wilson, who was serving his second term on the council, was also adopted.
Council members referred to Wilson as a “good guy” and a “good friend.”
“I’ve known Coy for many years. He was a very nice man, very respectful,” said councilwoman Teresa Welsh. “I feel very sorry for the family. It’s a very big loss to all of them.”
Councilman Jack Vrocher described Wilson as being open-minded.
“He was always open to anything you had to say, and would listen but draw his own conclusion,” Vrocher said.
Councilman Curt Estes said he had known Wilson all of his life.
“Wilson was a good fellow,” he said. “He was a good person.”
Councilman Billy Jeffries agreed and said, “I’m like Curt. Coy was just a good guy and easy to work with and I’m going to miss him.”
Wilson was first cousin to councilman Wayne Wilson, who also described him as being a “good guy.”
Mayor Howard Garrett echoed a similar sentiment and said, “I think the council has shown their appreciation to the service Coy gave to the city. He was a good council member. He was a good friend. He wanted what was best for the city and we’re going to miss him.”
The council had 30 days to fill the vacancy left by Wilson’s death.
On Monday they agreed to appoint Danny Poynter to take Wilson’s place with a vote of 4-1, with Jeffries abstaining from voting.
Welsh recommended the council appoint Poynter to the position.
Jeffries abstained because he said he has had numerous people ask him to nominate them for the seat.
Poynter was present for the meeting, and said, “It’s an honor to be a city councilman. It’s my first term and I’m excited to get started quick,” he said.
Poynter has no immediate plans to suggest any changes or the implementation of any new programs.
“I don’t want to rush into anything. I want to take my time and make sure I’m making a good decision for the city,” he said.
The council did not take any action to administer Poynter the oath of office.
Garrett pointed out the council has 30 days to do so, and told Poynter that will occur as soon as the paperwork has been completed.
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