Don R. Eddy

Never spoke to him, but grew up in Charleston, Il during the time he was coaching the men's basketball program at EIU. Attended many, many home games during the period 1975-80 - a time I felt was by far the most successful in the history of the basketball program at EIU. Would have been interesting to hear his thoughts on his vision of the basketball program upon his leaving for Texas because the program has never been the same since he and his coaching staff left. Probably another of many people more concerned with a person's relationship with Jesus Christ and character than his/her ability to participate in anything else. It's been said there's a place and time for everything - and probably for everyone who ever came into being. In my mind, coach Eddy's place and time was in Charleston, IL from 1968-80. Hope to meet him sometime up there.

When Don started the UTSA program, I had the opportunity to start a camp at Weatherford HS. He sent Terry Morris & Nevil Shed to run the camp. I have worked for Don for over 30 years in Texas camps. I have never worked for a man who portrayed Christian principles in his camps & his life. I have made many friends thru his camps , and I am sorry I never had the privilege to meet his family. I pray God's comfort & blessings on his family
He will be missed
God Bless
Coach Harold $cott
Retired after 48 years in state of Texas

Coach Eddy brought class, leadership, and excitement to Eastern Illinois University and it's basketball program. Don was well respected on campus and in the Charleston Community. Thoughts and prayers to his wonderful family at this difficult time.

Don Eddy was instrumental in leading me to a saving knowledge in Jesus Christ. He organized a team meeting and invited Campus Crusade for Christ staff members to the meeting. Through that meeting and subsequent meetings with CCC staff I accepted Christ as my Lord and Savior. He was a great basketball coach also. Thank you Don for your leadership in changing many young peoples lives, including mine, for the Lord. May his family be consoled in knowing he is with his Lord Jesus now.

Don was not only a fine basketball coach but a better person, I was fortunate to have worked with him At UTSA before I left for UH.

Coach Eddy changed countless lives including mine. From a camper in his camps to working along side him as a DEMO; he always was an honest and loving man. More than basketball he loved the Lord. Without a doubt when Coach Eddy met the Lord, he was welcomed with open arms and perhaps a basketball ☺Thank you Coach Eddy and the Eddy family for allowing such an inspirational man to influence the younger generation. He will never be forgotten. May peace and comfort be with you!

Elizabeth and family,
Was so very sad to hear about Don, but he was one of those Christians that one can say he ran the good race. Wish I could attend the service but am unable to, just know that my heart is saddened for the loss all of you are feeling. Praying God's strength, peace and unimaginable love that only He can supply.

Our Condolences to the Eddy family. So sorry for your loss. God comfort you during your time of sorrow!
The Slisz family