Donald Egger Obituary

Donald (Don) Lee Egger was surrounded by his loving family when he left this earth to join the angels. Don was born January 20, 1954, to Raymond (Chuck) Kirklin and Donna Irene (Dillon) Egger, in Durango, Colorado. Don was the great grandson of a Colorado pioneer, Daniel Egger. Early in 1972, Don met Cindy Jean Dutton, his lifelong love and companion. They were married October 17, 1972. Don and Cindy had two children, Ray Kirk and Dawna Jean.Don graduated from Durango High School in 1972. After graduating, Don enlisted in the United States Navy and served honorably for 4 years. He is a Vietnam Veteran. The first couple of years after Don left the Navy, he and Cindy ran a trading post in Winslow, Arizona. Don left the trading post and went to work for El Paso Natural Gas Company (EPNG) in Farmington, New Mexico. Don worked for EPNG for 20 years. After he left EPNG, Don went to work for Hess Oil Company, in St. Croix, Virgin Islands, where he worked for 5 years. He also worked for Hanover for many years. He then went to work for M&J Valve until he retired. Don was respected and admired by his coworkers and made many lifelong friends. After retiring, Don enjoyed farming the couple's small piece of land, where he grew hay and raised a variety of animals. Most of all, Don loved his family. He also loved hunting, fishing, and scuba diving.

Don is survived by his wife of almost 52 years, Cindy; his son Ray Kirk (Tara Lynn) Egger; his daughter Dawna Jean (Raymond) Cunningham; his grandchildren Dettrick R. (Jasmine) Egger, Kimarie Jean Egger, Barron Lee Cunningham, JT Edward (Kennedi) Cunningham; and his first great grandchild, Harlow Maeve Cunningham (daughter of JT and Kennedi); his mother Donna Irene Egger; and his 3 brothers, Raymond Charles (RaDawna) Egger, Robert Dale (Debra) Egger, and Kenneth Wayne (Patty) Egger; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Don was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Kirklin Egger.

Don will rest in peace and be pain free now. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.

A celebration of life service will be announced at a later date.