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John Ingle Obituary
Ingle took over the role as the ruthless Edward Quartermaine in 1993 and made his final appearance in an episode airing last week. He died Sunday.
In a career spanning more than 30 years he had acting credits in TV shows including "Days of Our Lives," ''Big Love" and "The Drew Carey Show" and in films such as "Batman and Robin" and "Heathers."
The native of Tulsa, Okla., was a graduate of Occidental College. He taught at Hollywood High School, UCLA and Beverly Hills High School.
His wife of 57 years, Grace-Lynne Martin, died in February. He is survived by their five daughters.
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505 Entries
Sean Johnson
August 30, 2024
Dear Mr. Ingle, thank you for all the insight and classes you taught me at Beverly. For some reason today Looked you up to see how you were doing. I write this with tears in my eyes. Thanks for all the memories.
Class of 1985.
Jack Keidatz
October 22, 2018
Dear John. Many fond memories of you while you were director with the Glendale Music Theatre. You were always fun to be around and attracted really great talent. Sure miss those days. RIP John and also your beautiful wife with the beautiful voice, Grace-Lynn.
September 16, 2016
May fond memories help friends and family cope with the loss of their loved one. WC FL
Lisa Weiner
February 24, 2013
To John Ingles,
I thought you were a great actor. You did a wonderful job playing Edward Quartermaine on daytime soap opera General hospital. My prayers are with your family. Lisa Weiner
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Liz Porter
January 21, 2013
RIP my friend!.. I had a opportunity to meet you years ago through my step mother at the 90210 house at a Christmas Party!.. I will forever Cherish your Picture and your autograph!.. RIP :(
Rosemary L. Lillie
January 15, 2013
To John Ingle's Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss,I am so sad for all of you. I loved him on GH, he must have been one very special Husband, Dad and a Man, for the shows & Soaps their not the same any more.I miss seeing him on General Hospital, I will always miss him. Thank You for Sharing him with all of us. My God Bless his whole family and his friends.
Lynda McCarrell
January 5, 2013
I remember how he always gave out "Ingle Bells" at Christmas. I was just randomly thinking of him today. So sorry to hear of his passing. I was his voice over agent at Herb Tannen
December 10, 2012
You embraced a lonely girl and made her smile.
You gave friendship and respect and it was received and appreciated.
You made each memory of your smile, laughter, twinkle and wisdom something to be remembered and embraced.
Thank You everyday to your family for sharing your with your students, cast and crew members, fellow actors and millions of fans.
You were our Blessing and we are Forever Grateful.
While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil. – John Taylor
Lasundra Caslin
November 28, 2012
You are truly missed.,RIP.
Thomas Theoore Joyce Serran
November 26, 2012
May the road rise up to greet thee and the sun be warm upon your face, may the rain fall soft upon your sod and the wind be ever at your back. Until we meet again may God hold you in the hollow of his hand.
November 26, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the girls and family of my favorite actor Mr.Ingle better known as Edward Quartermaine. I loved him to pieces on the show. He was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly.
Darlene Gray
Gaithersburg, MD
Kristy Porter
November 25, 2012
RIP Mr. John Ingle! Thanks for all the great memories you gave us on General Hospital! It was an honor having you in my home everyday! You will be truly missed!
November 22, 2012
i have watched gh more than 30 years. when u watch a show that long the actors kinda feel like family. it broke my heart to hear of john ingle passing. i loved him as edward as im sure any gh fan feels the same way.go with the angels edward lila is waiting for u. heartfelt condolences to all that loved this man rest in peace john/edward
denise murphree
November 22, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family! John was in my living room for 19 years as a dedicated GH fan! I adored him and his acting ability! My Mom, who passed in May, watched together for many years. Then when I moved, we always called each other and asked "what happpened today".. He was one of our favorite characters. To his daughters...it won't ever be the same. I feel your grief! My heart goes out to you! God Bless You!
November 22, 2012
To John Ingle,
I really enjoyed watching you on General Hospital. You did a great job playing Edward Quartermaine. God Bless you and family. Lisa Weiner
Diane Marrongelli
November 22, 2012
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE JOHN INGLE FAMILY. HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISS.
william laprise
November 22, 2012
You were an amazing,actor,human being. Your contrubutions will not be forgotten. I enjoyed your awnriness, compassion , laughter on GH. Rest in peace, god bless. William Laprise
Melissa Hendrix
November 22, 2012
God bless! You will be missed!
Debbie Thompson
November 21, 2012
Rest in peace All of your fans will miss you. God bless you and your children and actors on GH.
Kerry Haala
November 21, 2012
Blessed be his memory!!
melissa manley
November 21, 2012
I want to convey condolences and prayers
to the family.I am a long time fan of
General Hospital.Edward will be greatly
missed.
November 14, 2012
To John Ingles,
I thought you were a great actor. You did a wonderful job as Edward Quartermaine on the daytime soap opera General Hospital. My prayers go out to your collegues and children too. Lisa Weiner
October 21, 2012
To John Ingles.
I thought you did a wonderful job playing Edward Quartermaine on the daytime soap opera General Hospital. My prayers and thoughts go out to your family and collegues. God Bless you Mr. Ingle.Lisa Weiner
RITA BALBACH
October 10, 2012
BIG FAN OF JOHN.
Darcie Watson
October 8, 2012
I was of fan of his from General Hospital and I know he was an asset to the acting community. But my reason for posting is the obituary itself. It's simply fantastic. It makes us wish we had known not only Mr. Ingle but also his entire family personally. God bless you as you mourn.
P W
October 8, 2012
John was my drama teacher at BHHS, beginning in 1965. To be sure, he was a force to be reckoned with: a man of boundless energy, wholly in charge, seemingly always sure of himself, and the ultimate decider of what was -- and wasn't -- good. It was wonderful to watch him cultivate kids who were serious about the arts, such as Joanna Hall, Helaine Lembeck, and Joel Pressman, and to hear Mr. Ingle talk about “kids of mine who are making it,” such as Richard Dreyfuss and Barbara Hershey. I also enjoyed watching him work with and encourage boys who hadn't acted or danced before. Even seeming clods from the football squad became graceful swans under his tutelage. The productions that I was a part of included the Mikado (G&S, 1885), The Madwoman of Chaillot (1943), and, if I'm not mistaken, The Rivals (Sheridan, 1775). (I remember "Mrs. Malaprop.") A pretty amazing repertoire by any teaching era's standards. My only regret is that I was too intimidated by Mr. Ingle -– believing that “inconsequentials” like me didn't matter to him -- to give him a hug and thank him before I evaporated into the mists of adulthood. PW, Class of '69.
Gerry Cecil
October 7, 2012
John will be truly missed by all of us who loved him on General Hospital. I have watched the show for nearly 50 years and John was one of my all time favorites. My heart goes out to his family and friends and I will pray for you all.
October 7, 2012
I send love and condolences to the family.
Barbara Hunt McElnea, Carondale, Colorado
Matthew McGuire
September 30, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lynn Rogers
September 29, 2012
So sorry for the loss to both TV family and his real family. I enjoyed watching him, and will miss seeing him on GH.
Karen McGillWyaW
September 29, 2012
RIP John/Edward. You will be greatly missed by you're family and fans. May you find happiness in your Heavenly form.
C W
September 29, 2012
To the Family and GH Family of Edward. (Mr.Ingle) my deepest sympathy in the passing of (Edward) as he will be missed on GH
Angela Baker
September 28, 2012
U will be missed
Renee Gauldin
September 28, 2012
May god be with your family at this time of sorrow
Mari Alicea
September 28, 2012
You will be missed, r.i.p.
doris simmons
September 28, 2012
Wilk miss you from g.e
r s
September 27, 2012
Our prayers are with John's Daughter.
Brandy
September 27, 2012
GH will not be the same with out Edward Quartermaine. My prayers go out to his family, friends and GH family....Say hi to Lila for us and let her know she is missed as much as u will be!!! RIP Mr. Ingle
Susan Woodward
September 26, 2012
May John rest peacefully in our Dear God and Father Almightys arms as he enters heavens gates. We will miss him more than words can ever say. Goodnight dear John sleep well and rest in heavenly peace.
T Crawford
September 26, 2012
To the Ingle family:
My deepest sympathies for the loss of John. May God's Word provide you strength during this difficult time. (Isa. 41:10,13)
John & Jackie Costa
September 26, 2012
He was truly one of a kind. We loved watching him on GH and will be missed. May he rest in peace now with his bloved wife. Our condolences to the entire family.
Maria Soto
September 26, 2012
May u rest in peace in heaven with our father u will be truely missed god bless all ur loved ones and millions of fans
william ashby
September 26, 2012
their were many actors who played edward on gh. but by far the best.he will be missed by his family and fans.
Carol Rettig
September 26, 2012
Dear Ingle Family,
I'm truly sorry for the loss of your father. I have enjoyed watching him play Edward Quartermaine. He will be missed more ways then one. God Bless you ALL.
R SMith
September 26, 2012
Sincere condolences to a great talent. To family and friends, may the God of comfort grant you with peace at this time.
Denise Gitchell
September 26, 2012
My thoughts are with the family at this time. Loved him on "General Hospital". He will be greatly missed.
E. Torres
September 25, 2012
My deepest sympathies to all of his daughters especially Chrissy. John was a very caring man who treated me with kindness and respect. The years I knew him and his family will always remain dear to my heart, God Bless.
jenna krichen
September 25, 2012
RIP John Ingle aka Edward Quartermaine
God Bless your Daughters and Family.....
beverly jones
September 25, 2012
Rest in peace you will be missed on GH
Jeanne Swaldo
September 25, 2012
Mr. Ingle, I loved watching you as Edward, and I loved the fact that you taught high school students for so many years. Peace to you and yours. You will be missed for a long time to come.
September 25, 2012
Ingle Family,
A loved on lost can grieve the heart, and make us yearn for tomorrow, when Jehovah will keep the promise he made of no pain, no death, no sorrow. May Jehovah comfort the family in their time of need. With Sympathy, [email protected]
September 25, 2012
My Sympathy to your family and staff of general hospital...I loved watching you on the show, you will be sorely missed...RIP John Ingle
Connie Ojeda-Arellano
September 25, 2012
R.I.P thx for being Edward you made my day.... you will be greatly missed.....
September 25, 2012
may the God of peace and security guard your hearts.My sincere regrets to the family.
D.G. NORTH CAROLINA
Sharon
September 25, 2012
Deepest sympathy to Mr.Ingle's family. He was a great Edward Quartermaine. I have watched General Hospital back in the seventies and really loved watching Edward and Lila Quartermaine. He will surely be missed!
Sharon Whitlock
September 25, 2012
Sympathy to your family and all your co-workers. May God bless you all. I LOVE General Hospital.
Janet Robertson
September 25, 2012
He will be missed. I remember him on Days of Our Lives.
September 25, 2012
I loved you as Edward. R.I.P. John.
Ardellia Ruffin
September 25, 2012
You will be missed
Suzanne Spitz
September 25, 2012
This is for John RIP
Lou, Steven, Jeff, Suzanne and Doug. We will miss u.
Julie Anderson
September 25, 2012
I sure did enjoy watching your's & Lila's characters on G.H.. You were an amazing actor & brought alot of enjoyment to people's homes over the years. Now, you can entertain everyone in heaven. A job well done here on earth. Thank you sir.... Julie Anderson
Julie Slone
September 25, 2012
Mr. Ingle, Thank you for all the wonderful years you entertained us on General Hospital. It will definitely not be the same without you. Rest in Peace.
Maureen Bartolo
September 25, 2012
I want to extend my deepest sympathies to John Ingle's family. I felt that after watching Mr. Ingle on General Hospital for so many years, that he was a part of my family too. I feel a great loss and will miss him deeply. At least we can take some comfort in knowing that he is with the love of his life, Grace-Lynne. Also, Edward and Lila will now have a Heavenly reunion.
Toni-Ann
September 25, 2012
Mr. Ingle, thank you for entertaining me & millions of others for 19 years as Edward Quartermaine. Your daytime fans miss you tremendously! GH will never be the same without you. Rest in peace!
Lila Roberts -Henderson
September 24, 2012
He will be miss and sorry for your loss and God will be with you all and I will be praying for all of your Family
Kim Laramore
September 24, 2012
God Bless You John Ingle. Thank you for entertaining us for so many years. You truly were Edward Q. You will truly be missed. To the family, thank you for sharing your loved one with us. God Bless his castmates, as I know this is a difficult time for you as well.
A GH fan,
September 24, 2012
WOW, your last moments on tv were so memorable. What a great actor.
rochelle mcinnis
September 24, 2012
I was shocked to learn you had died,I did see u in last week'show u r now with your wife and your G H wife, Anna RIP
September 24, 2012
YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED!!!
September 24, 2012
What a joy it always was to watch you entertain us! You had a twinkle in your eye that always kept us wondering... God bless you John Ingle! We'll miss you very much. (say hello to Ana !)
Alice Keene Kemp
September 24, 2012
You played a great part in GH. I always looked forward to seeing your character. Thank you for making many days to years delightful for people.
Sharon Turner
September 24, 2012
My thoughts and prayer are with the Ingle family. It was a pleasure to watch him on General Hospital all these years. You will be missed very much. There is only one Edward Q and you played him perfectly. God bless you. You rest in peace.
Alice Griffith
September 24, 2012
You will be so missed it won't be the same with out you ..
September 24, 2012
To John Ingle,
I really enjoyed watching you on my favorite Daytime soap opera General Hospital as Edward Quartermaine. You were a great actor Mr. Ingle. Lisa Weiner
Linda McCabe
September 24, 2012
Rest in Peace, you will be missed , I am happy to have had the pleasure of meeting you a few years back, through Make A Wish at one of our events may god keep you in his arms.
Kelle Ries
September 24, 2012
John will be very much missed. God speed! Rip
Vicki Bell
September 24, 2012
You have left a powerful legacy with your work and through your students. RIP.
September 24, 2012
Dear Ingle family, John was stationed in Patrol Squadron four while in the United States Navy, VP-4 has always been a unique organization. I personally was stationed in four different squadrons while in the Navy, but never saw the closeness of those of who served in VP-4. The fact that this squadron never lost any of it's special mystique over the years is a lasting tribute to people like John and those squadron member past and present who served in that organization. As we know John was a special person, and quite famous.(My kids knew who he was and loved his work.) But to all of his old shipmates he was a wonderful squadron mate and all of us will miss him.
If any of us can help you or offer any support we would gladly do so. All of Johns former VP-4 shipmates wish you the best in this time of sadness, however as we all know life goes on.
From all of John' former VP-4 shipmates. Mike and Gerry Turkington
1320 Crown Way Paso Robles CA 93446
at [email protected]
Suzanne Spitz
September 24, 2012
I will never forget you. RIP
Kathy Pfeifer
September 24, 2012
I will really miss you on general hospital. You are one of my favorite people on the show. Rest in Peace
Suzanne Spitz
September 24, 2012
Rip John, Not only you were my drama teacher at BHHS but you were my drear friend. I miss you John.. you will live on in my heart forever.
Linda Ragland
September 24, 2012
John will b missed i loved watching him on G H as Edward Quartmane i have watched that show every sence i was in high school.
September 24, 2012
RIP... John, I've watched you for a number of years rushed home from work to watch GH... wondering what long lost child found you...This week. You will be missed... fan in erie
Susan Hannah
September 24, 2012
I will surely miss him on General Hospital he was a great actor on that show a loving man and was respect a good deal to everyone there .And he had a wonderful smile so warm to everyone .We love you may you rest in peace.
Emma Jean
September 24, 2012
To the Ingle Family,
I am sorry for your loss.
"Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ."(Philemon 3)Holy Bible Easy-to Read Version
John will be missed. You are in my prayers.
Wendy J
September 24, 2012
Our prayers are with you. Psalm 46:1
September 24, 2012
May Jehovah comforted in these trying time Mr.Q was a gem on general hospital he will surely be missed.
N. H.
September 24, 2012
John you will be missed. But I know you as Edward. And you play the part well. I have watched GH many years,can`t remember when I started. I just turned 80 so I`m getting up there also. I will keep on watching GH.
September 24, 2012
Mr. Ingle ( Edward Q) u will be missed very much. Go home to heaven into God's loving arms, U are no longer in pain. Loved on GH. Always watched you sceem & try to keep your TV family in line. You will be missed. My Prayers to the family, He was Good man. Alicia Godwin, Talladega, Al.
Mary Procyson
September 23, 2012
My condolences to Mr. Ingles family and the General Hospital family in the going home of a wonderful actor and man.He played his role so very well. I saw a gentle giant in the husband,father and grandfather of "Mr. Q".He was one of my favorite actors on this show which I have been a fan for many years.He will be missed.
Ginger Watts
September 23, 2012
May you rest in the arms of the Angels, Mr. Q....
Melinda
September 23, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 23, 2012
Oh maine! God he was GREAT I have been watching GH before 1966. Mom and I use to watch it everyday at 3:00pm. I work thank god tape machine came out I only tape it so I didn't miss anything. May he R.I.P. God be with his Daughter's. I really didn't think last week would of been the last week of him when he gave the little girl the med's. It was wonderful of him in his own way to say goodbye too everyone. Just a WONDERFUL PERSON FOR SURE!!!I'm 68 now so I get to watch it every day at 2:00. Just a week ago it change the hour but I'm still a BIG fan of GH. Please keep it going!!!
Frances Sanderson
September 23, 2012
You will truly be missed "Mr. Q"
Patricia Sharp
September 23, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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