Birth date: Oct 1, 1952 Death date: Feb 26, 2020
Jim “Eggy” Egeland was born in Lisbon, Portugal, where his parents were missionaries. He grew up in Chicago, where he developed a love for rhythm and blues music, and a life-long devotion to the Chicago White Sox. He was a Vietnam Read Obituary
It was our privilege as the Cadence directors to serve and care for the Egeland family during theirr first few years in Vicenza. Certainly the most memorable time was participating on a biking retreat across part of Northern Italy. Our prayers for God to show His mercies to the entire family are sent to you!
We were blessed to have Eggy as our spiritual mentor while stationed in Vicenza. The Hospitality House was our church home. Our children loved going there for teaching and fellowship. The many outings we went on were also great favorites for the family. Know we are praying for you and the boys, Peggy.
Jim and Teresa McKenzie
It was fascinating to read Eggy's detailed notes he'd left at the Vicenza Hospitality House while Rob and I served there years later - places to go, things to see, with the Hospitality House family. We also had the privilege of having Jeff and Daniela Bergmann at the Hospitality House; they had met and fell in love while Eggy was there. I understand he had strategically placed them in the same van on one of their trips, and Daniela had also served many plates of spaghetti at the House. :) We're blessed that they have become our very good friends; their twins are awesome youths! I'm sure Eggy has left his mark in the hearts of many soldiers to whom he and Peggy ministered, and with whom they shared sweet fellowship.
I was part of the hospitality house in Vicenza, Italy from 1995-1997. I always described the HH as a “home away from home”. Eggy was the Good Shepard (John 10:11) in many ways leading a band of men and women on foot and by bike thru Vicenza, Monte Berrico, Beatenbutg, Lago di Garda, and many more places. Eggy certainly lived out the Great Commission (Matt 28:19-20) with his life. Godspeed and Rest In Peace until we meet again. Joe Primosch
I was randomly assigned as a roommate to Paul, Eggy's brother, in the Freshman Dorm at Wheaton College during my first year as a student there. I lived off campus with the Egeland family during my sophomore year. Through this contact I got to know Eggy a bit over the subsequent years. I was stunned to hear of his death via a voice note from Paul on Firday. (I live in South Africa.)
I never know what to say at times like this--and words are never adequate--but to say nothing seems so distant and cold. My heart aches for the surviving members of Eggy's immediate and extended family. The world is several decibels quieter and less humorous since his passing.
I was so grateful to be able to worship with Eggy and his family while we were stationed in Vicenza,Italy. Very compassionate, funny and an amazing man of God.
