Jack Eaton

Birth date: Mar 14, 1929 Death date: Feb 3, 2016

Jack Eaton, longtime sports director and sports anchor for WMC-TV Channel 5 and play-by-play announcer for University of Memphis basketball and football for many years, died Wednesday. He was 86.Mr. Eaton, born in Warren, Pa., was Read Obituary

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Shekinah

475w ago

My deepest condolences to Mrs. (Erma) Eaton, Lisa & Dave, and Todd & family. I live in Michigan, and just discovered this news of Jack’s passing as i was trying to track down his daughter Lisa. As Lisa’s jr. high pal, I have great memories of hanging with the family, including the times Jack would let us girls tag along with him, to the tv station and watch him give his nightly broadcast live on the air. Time passed, and we girls maintained our friendship, became young women ,,,and brides. I was so pleased and proud when the Eatons were able to attend my little wedding at the MSU Episcopal chapel. And watching the recording just now of Jack’s Memorial Service at the family’s Lutheran church, I remember how proudly he walked Lisa down that same aisle. Yes, family, faith, friendship, fun & kindness were at the core of this memorable man, and all that he contributed to an entire community– as he inspired sports fans, and enriched life as we all knew it in Memphis. – Shekinah Errington [Carol Orwick (Gregg)]

Donna

503w ago

Todd and family I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this time. Todd you had a wonderful dad and he will missed by all. Todd if you see this and are on Facebook look me up. Love and Prayers Always, Donna Gregory Bricco aka… DG

Betty Baldridge Edgar

503w ago

I lived on the same street as Jack Eaton as a child. Mr Eaton was a very tall man. I can still remember him getting into his car. He drove a volkswagen beetle. I still to this day was amazed at how he managed to fit into the car. I can see it just like it was yesterday. I was very good friends with Lisa, his daughter as we played together. I am very saddened to hear of Mr Eaton’s passing and would like to express my condolences to the family. Lisa, if you are reading this… I am on facebook. I would love to hear from you. Betty Baldridge Edgar.

Kathy B

503w ago

Todd and Family, I am saddened by your dad’s passing, I know how you feel. Your dad was always so nice to me at half time of the MSU basketball games when my dad would have me run the “stats” to him and cousin George. He was usually trying to cram a hot dog down at the break. What a great smile he had. Prayers and thoughts go out to you all. Kathy Bugbee

Charlotte Lancaster

504w ago

He was the best. Our prayers are with you Todd and your Mom. David, Charlorre, and Clay Lancaster.

Ann Bugbee

504w ago

One of our best memories was on a basketball trip to New Orleans and my Jack and yours were at Gallatore’s for a fine meal. After looking over the menu very carefully Jack (Eaton) spoke up “Great Scott, I want a cheeseburger and a coke.” The dignified waiter smiled and went to check with the chef. We will all miss his wonderful way with people. You had one of the “good guys.” Ann Bugbee

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