GRAHAM EDWARD "EDDY" SHIRLEY

May your kind, friendly and always happy soul rest in peace until we meet again. To Graham's family, May the good Lord grant you the strength and fortitude you need at this time to bear this irreplaceable loss. The good Lord console you.

Prayers for strength and comfort during this difficult time! Fond memories! Sincere condolences!

Debby, I will always remember the love and respect Graham´s friends expressed for him at your wedding. I knew then he was a very special man marrying a very special lady. I´m so sorry for your loss, but happy he filled your life with love and memories. It was my privilege to know Graham. He was a gentleman with a kind smile when he was with you, sweet friend.

We were so saddened to hear of Graham´s passing. He was always so kind, generous, and welcoming. We always enjoyed his company. I often visited with him when he came to worship at Coker. He will be missed. May Deborah, his daughters, brothers, and all of the family feel God´s loving arms of comfort holding them close. Graham is now happy and whole with Jesus!

To all of my Shirley family I am so sad to hear of Eddy's death and send my love to you all. May you be comforted by your memories and love for each other.

Eddy and I grew up in the same hometown...He graduated a few years earlier, but his after High School path was different in the 60s and it stood out. We both served full careers in the AF but not together. Our bond was AF Blue and Hometown. He was always gracious with his time, wisdom and friendship. As he "Flew West," his memories remain strong.

I would like to share a memory I have of Gen Graham E. Shirley. I was stationed with the 20th TFW at RAF Upper Heyford from June 1984 to June 1987, I was a young 22 year old SrA Crash Rescue Firefighter when Gen Shirley (Col at that time) was assigned there as the Vice Wing Commander and then as the Wing Commander. I remember the few occasions that I had contact with him he always had a smile on his face was was friendly and from my perspective cared very much about the 20th TFW and the...

General Shirley was an exceptional leader and will be sorely missed by those of us who served with him, and those yet to experience the level of leadership he displayed. As a Chief Master Sergeant, my time under his command was the high point of my 33 year career. Aim high and touch the face of God, General.

Eddie was a favorite for most of us classmates. We miss him now and will for a long time - for his humor, infectious laugh, happy demeanor and willingness to help out. A very memorable guy!