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Thomas F. Eagar

Thomas Eagar Obituary

EAGAR, Thomas F. of Centerville, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2008. Loving husband of Donna Clark Eagar. Tom was the devoted father of three daughters; Kathleen Pouser and Bud Ering of Osterville, Cynthia and James Bancroft of Marstons Mills, and Kerry Eagar and Michael Downing, of Osterville. He is survived by his brother William and Patricia Eagar of Middleboro, and his three stepsons; Michael and Jennifer Clark of Marstons Mills, Patrick and Amy Clark of West Barnstable, and Matthew Clark of Centerville. Tom was the proud grandfather of 12 grandchildren; Parker, Rob, Matt, Nick, Cynthia, Ben, Luke, Charlie, Hannah, Aidan, Harry, and Max. Several cousins, nieces, and nephews survive Tom. His sister, Kathleen, predeceased him. He had a great love for his entire family. Friends and relatives are invited to attend visiting hours on Monday, October 13, 2008 from 3 to 7 PM at the John-Lawrence Funeral Home, 3778 Falmouth Rd., (Rt 28) MARSTONS MILLS. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 AM on Tuesday, October 14 at Our Lady of Victory Church, 230 So. Main St., Centerville. Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery in West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tom's memory may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society, Our Lady of Victory Parish, 230 South Main Street, Centerville, MA 02632.

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 12, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Eagar

22 Entries

Jennifer McMullen

November 9, 2008

Dear Cindy-
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Take care.
With love-
Jennifer Crosby McMullen

Karen Pereira

October 16, 2008

Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Karen Pereira

Kathleen Murphy-Garcia

October 13, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Tom. He was a wonderful gentleman who always made you feel welcomed. We, as a family, were blessed to have met him through Maryclaire. Ray and I, as well as Bridget and Marie shared many happy times with him. He was a good, kind, and thoughtful man who made the world a better place. Now I am sure that Maryclaire and Tom are making heaven a little more interesting.

Sorry we could not be there to express our thoughts. Ray is recovering from a knee replacement which he had on September 29th. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Diane & Austin Drouin

October 13, 2008

We will deeply miss Mr. Eagar’s kindness, warmth of heart and smile. He always made our day. Our deepest sympathies to the Eagar family.

Ellie Bach

October 13, 2008

As the Latin program was discontinued before I reached High School, I was not fortunate enough to be one of Mr. Eager's students. Knowing him for the last few years was a gift. I am deeply saddened by this loss yet realize that I am fortunate to have know him, even for so short a time.

maureen (Beaton) Munroe

October 13, 2008

Mr.Eagers teaching style that included energy + humor enriched my classroom experiance at wilmington high school. He is fondly remembered.

Michele Martone-Dunham

October 13, 2008

Teaching together in Sandwich, I was grateful to know Tom's wisdom and friendship. I will miss him.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Eager Girls and the Clarke Family - You made him very happpy!

Cyndi Campbell

October 13, 2008

Tom enriched all our lives in so many ways. I am grateful to have known him, first as a teacher/advisor then as a family friend.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I picture him playing a game of cards with MC as the laugh over some old memory.

Love Cyndi and Marcia

Kerry Flaherty

October 12, 2008

I didn't know Tom very well. I took care of him while in the hospital on 7 East. While he was there we became very close. Everyone wanted to take care of him. He was a fun loving guy that knew how to make you smile even when you were having a bad night. He never put himself first. He made everyone smile!! I probably put on 10 pounds from all the chocolate he gave to me! But it was well worth it to be able to know a guy like him. He was one of a kind! When we heard the news, I'm not sure there wasn't one nurse who didn't cry. I know I did. To his family, I'm so sorry for your loss and my deepest sympathies to you. May God help you find peace in this hard and sad time.

Douglas Warren

October 12, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this difficult time. It's the great and fun memories that help us through these times.
Love you guys. The Warrens

Bob & Judy Adams

October 12, 2008

Donna & Family ,
When we joined a Renew Group from Our Lady Of Victory Church ,Tom was part of our group. Tom led our group for many meetings.Our group is the only one left and it's because of Tom.We will miss Tom dearly as he was a warm , loving , caring , and very thoughtful Man.We know he will watch over us and his Family. Thanks Tom to have known you.

Arielle Martin

October 12, 2008

Mr. Eagar was the best teacher I've ever had. He really cared about me as a student, and he always came through for me. I saw him over the summer, and I wish that I could have seen him more. He had a great sense of humor, and he was a very caring man. I'm glad that he is no longer suffering, but I will miss him very much.

Irene Farrell

October 12, 2008

Tom was a kind and loving man. I enjoyed listening to him when I met him at Church. He will be missed, but know he is now with the Lord. My prayers are with you and your family.

Laura Dunn

October 12, 2008

Tom was an intelligent and ambitious man who had the nicest manner about him. I am grateful for all he taught me as a member of the Sandwich Education Association. My sympathies to all of you.
Laura Dunn

Sheila Burns

October 12, 2008

Dearest Donna,
My heartfelt symphathy for your loss. Your happiness together just made the room glow when you two were in it. The memories you built, though all too short, will make you smile in the difficult days to come. You are in my heart and prayers.
In Friendship,
Sheila Burns

Judy Carney Langone

October 12, 2008

To "Mr. Eager's" Family,

He was my most favorite high school teacher. He was kind, caring and actually made learining Latin fun! I have thought of him many times during the last 40+ years. I am honored to have been one of his students (Wilmington High School Class of 1964).

J S

October 12, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Joanne Aylward

October 12, 2008

Donna and Family,
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
God Bless,
Joanne

Michelle Heffernan

October 12, 2008

Donna,
Our thoughts are with you. Please know we are here if you need anything. We did not get the chance to know Tom very well, but we know how much you loved him. We will be praying for you.
Love,
Michelle, Dan, Kaylee and Chase Heffernan

JANICE AHONEN

October 12, 2008

TO TOMS FAMILY. I WORKED AT THE HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA IN SANDWICH. TOM, WAS A VERY NICE FRIEND TO ME. HE WOULD COME IN EVERY MORNING, AND WE WOULD HAVE SOME LAUGHS TO START OUR DAY. WHAT A SUPER MAN HE WAS. I WILL MISS HIM, AND HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF HIM. JANICE AHONEN. SANDWICH, MASS.

Roger Savino

October 12, 2008

Tom was a respected colleague and, although recent encounters were few, he always had time to chat and catch up on old times. He was a good man in the best sense of the term and I considered him a friend.

Marite Burns

October 12, 2008

I taught at Sandwich High School for many years, along with Tom. His humor always made the Teacher's Room a more fun place to relax. He was dedicated to the Sandwich Education Association, being President for many years, and also to the Mass Teacher's Association. Several of us would attend the convention together every year in Boston. Tom always knew the issues and the people running for office. I enjoyed working with him. My life was enriched by knowing him.

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