Eric Dowling

Hollywood always seems to take liberties with truth. But we must never forget the real heroes. Especially now more than ever we need real heroes. Totally accurate or not the great escape is still a great way to remember those who gave so much for us.

I have always been fascinated with the story of "The Great Escape." While the movie was "Hollywood" in so many ways, the book(s) about the escape were fascinating. Mr. Dowling is a hero in every true sense of the word. Thank you for your heroism. Rest in peace.

To the Dowling Family, Your father was and will always be a true hero,as well as all the other servicemen who took part in that escape. Their spirit and inspiration are a true testement to the Greatest Generation.

I'm able to choose now because of your good deeds,I thank you.

Thank you for living an exceptional life. You honored all freedom-loving people with your daring. What you and your comrades did continues to inspire the world. Rest in peace.

A true hero.

My condolences to Mr. Dowling's family. My father was also a POW in Stalag Luft III. He was a B-17 pilot shot down on Hitler's birthday, 4/20/44 and was held at the camp for a year until he was liberated at the end of the war. The movie The Great Escape was always a favorite of my Dad's even though Hollywood put their own stamp on it. The movie remains a favorite of my husband's.

Rest in peace.You inspired thought when odds were against freedom and oppression ruled.God bless you Sir.

ERIC, YOU ARE FINALLY AND TRULY FREE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO YOUR COUNTRY.

REST IN PEACE, ERIC DOWLING

Dear Mr. Dowling
The spirit desires to be free. May yours have freedom beyond the clouds, the sunrises, and sunsets. May you sit at the right hand of our Lord, and bask in Glory. Thank you, your life is an inspiration to all.

with.LOVE

Thanks for being one of "The Greatest Generation"
Past Commander V.F.W.

A true hero...your service to your country and your fellow servicemen will live on forever...

Your bravery and service to the free world will live on.

God bless.

Eric will not be forgotten.
A great and brave man.

Lest we forget.

Sir,
I stand in awe, for you achievements.Thank-you for
your service to your country and the world.

Adios, Kealoha, Adios

Mr. Dowling, you showed that in times of terrible strife people can do amazing things. Thank you for your service during WWII.

Thank you Mr. Dowling for your service to your country and your assistance to the American servicemen in World War II.

God bless you!