Douglas William Eckhardt

To Doug's family,

I am so glad that I was able to know Doug and spend 5 years lifeguarding with him in Tempe. He was always so much fun to be around. We had a prank war one summer and he completely disassembled my locker before I got to work the next morning. He was definitely in our prayers during his battle with cancer and now we can be comforted knowing that he is in Heaven. Sympathies go out to your family. - Kim Dowdy

Doug was one of the most optimistic and positive individuals I have ever known. Even during the hard times he was movitvated toward the best possible outcome. I knew Doug in marching band at Corona and in the business school and business student council at ASU, and he was always a great colleague and friend. I will especially miss his laugh and quick wit. Thanks for all the good times, Doug.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have often thought of you over the years and are very sorry to hear of your loss.

Dear Eckhardt family,

We are so sorry for the loss of Doug. I had him in Sunday School in the 5th grade and what a delight he was. I am sure he grew into a great young man. Our prayers are with you. He will be forever in your heart.

Sincerely, Glenn & Marsha Riddle

Dear friends,

Our hearts break for you over the loss of your precious son and brother, Doug. Memories flood back of that beautiful newborn baby, adorable little toddler who then became an outstanding young man. Our hearts are heavy and hurt for you. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that someday the pain and loss you now feel will be replaced with only beautiful memories. May God's love and the love of family and friends bring you comfort.

Terry & Karen, I just heard about Doug's passing today from my mom and I was very sorry about your loss. Doug was just a little boy when I was still in Gibson but I certainly remember seeing him at the pool and the park ALWAYS smiling! Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with you right now.

Though I do not know the family, I send my deepest sympathy. I too spent my early life in Gibson City, Il after being born in Urbana (Champaign). Having four sons of my own, one Dougs age, gives me pause as I contemplate how I would deal with what you are going through.



Best Wishes to your entire family as you work through this time.

Terry, Karen, and Steve-



My family and I have spent the day reminiscing about the special times we shared with your family in Gibson City. Our Christmas parties, especially, are such a wonderful memory for me! Doug was such a cute little boy, and it certainly appears he turned out to be an incredible man. I feel such a sense of sadness for your loss. I will be thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers!

Terry, Karen, Steve and families,

Our sincere sympathy to you during this difficult time. I was shocked and saddened to hear just today about Doug's illness and passing.

Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Special memories come to mind of Doug as a little guy in Gibson City at daycare, church and preschool. He accomplished much in his life. How proud you must be. His presence has surely made a difference in the lives of those he touched. May God give you strength and courage to deal with the loss of your precious, Doug.

To the Eckhardt family:

Though being a neighbor of yours was only for a short time, what a pleasure it was knowing both your boys when they were young. Always so well mannered and willing to tolerate what the "girl" neighbors put them through. I treasure my memories of Anderson Springs and I will always envision your boys tossing a basketball around. I'm deeply sorry about Doug. His illness and death break my heart.

Sincerely,

Mary Barnett

To all of Doug's family. It has been twenty years since we have seen you dear people. Today we just heard about Doug. I know what a joy and blessing he has always been, stopping in the day you brought that beautiful baby home. So many memories, so long ago and they are all beautiful ones. Our hearts reach out to you all. Love, Dave and Connie Threlkeld and family

To Doug's family,

I am very sorry to hear about the passing of young Doug. I used to babysit for the boys back in Gibson City and they were both tons of fun and full of energy!! May you find comfort in your memories and God bless.

Doug was a fantastic person with a huge heart. He always thought of others before himself. I will greatly miss him and my heart and thoughts go out to his family.

Mr. & Mrs. Gonzalez,



I did not have the pleasure of knowing your son but I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You both were very special to me and I was heart broken to hear of your son's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Karen and Family-

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,

Karen Percy(former Erie Teacher)

Karen and Phil would always tell us how proud they were of Doug and everything going on in his life. He will be missed by the many people he touched.



You are in our thoughts and prayers.

DOUG, IT WAS A PLEASURE HAVING YOU APART OF OUR FAMILY AT BANNER DESERT HOSPITAL. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU, THOUGH WE KNOW YOU ARE WATCHING DOWN FROM ABOVE. TO THE ECKHARDT FAMILY, THANK YOU TOO FOR LETTING US BE APART OF YOUR LIVES. DOUG WILL FOREVER BE IN OUR MEMORIES AS WELL AS YOU. MAY GOD SEE YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. WE LOVE YOU ALL. SINCERELY, 3A ONCOLOGY AT BANNER DESERT.

Our prayers have been with you and Doug during this painful period. Our joy will be that we shall all meet again "On the Other Side."

God Bless....Prayers....Rick and Jeannie Rivard....

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

I'm going to miss you so much!

We're very sad for your loss. It's such a tragedy for a life to be cut so short. Doug touched many lives and will live on in memory. He suffers no more. May God bless and comfort you.

Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dear friends: We are so sorry to hear about Doug. What a blessing he was to you and to many others during his time on earth. We will always remember him for his exuberance and fun-filled spirit. May you be comforted by God through family, friends, and wonderful memories. Bless you all. Linda and Lyle Goltz (and of course, Grant and Megan)