Donald R. Eagle Jr.

Eagle family,
I got to know Don a bit as a Loadmaster in another squadron and thought alot of him. Looking through the words already written, truer words cannot be spoken. He left shoes to big for most of us to fill. God speed Don, maybe I can ride with you on the other side some day. TSgt Gus HQ/AMC

To Don's family and friends. My wife and I send our deepest prayers to you. I knew Don from Charleston. He was someone I respected. He led by example and loved life. A couple of my fondest memories were the decorating of Bob Austin's office after Bob graduated with honors from a Navy Senior NCO Acadamy and the care package he put together for the squadron when it was deployed. He was a mentor, leader and friend. Many people have come into my life and I could not tell you their name, but Don...

Our condolences to you and your family. We are very sorry to hear of your loss.

Eagle Family, my sincere condolences for your loss. I was stationed with Don @ McGuire AFB many years ago. I have many fun memories of working on his old truck & taking part on the annual “Man-Cations” as he called it; a bunch of men going on a vacation to camp, fish, tell war stories & bond. Don was always the one with the biggest smile on his face. I am thankful I knew him & that I can look back and smile when I think of all the great times we had.

Kevin Callan, MSgt, USAF...

Bonita and Eagle family, my sincerest condolences. As Don’s Supervisor in the 18th Airlift Squadron, McGuire Air Force Base I was impressed by Don’s ambition, excitement for life and genuine goal to be the best Airman in our unit. He challenged us from time to time with his exuberance and was definitely a key contributor to our Loadmaster force and mission. I followed Don’s career and was pleased that he transitioned to the C-17 Globemaster; the future was his. Don will always be in my...

Dear Angela, Henry, Bonita and "Dad",
Our hearts ache with the loss of Don and the great pilgramege of these past 20 long month....you faithfulness to Don, stirring to our souls. May his earthly suffering be joined with Christ's for Don's journey to Paradise and even serve to support the rest of us en route....salvic suffering....
Our love,
gerry and vic

To the Eagle family, I know Don touched many life's, was proud to have known him and spend time in the 18 ALS at McGuire, he will be missed, but we are al the better for knowing him. A. Bianco, Billings Mt.

On behalf of the Velez family, we would like to express our condolences to Don's family. Our prayers are with Don. He will always be the true professional as I always remembered him. Respectfully yours,
Edison Velez Jr.
MSGT (Ret) USAF

Don Eagle Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Don will always be remembered for his undying love and compassion for his fellow Airmen. When I arrived at the 17th Airlift Sq as the new First Sergeant, my commander said if I wanted to know what was going on with everyone in the squadron, ask MSgt Eagle. Don always did everything in his power to help those in need and he never failed to put a smile on someone's face. I could always count on Don to fill in...