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2018
Charles Ingels Obituary
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for Charles Ingels
Pam Bone
October 12, 2018
It's been two months since you have been gone, yet there is hardly a day that goes by where I don't think about you or miss having you around to help me with some horticulture question or problem. I regularly refer to something you wrote or photographed in my horticulture work. I mentioned you at a professional landscape event yesterday and there were so many comments about how your advice was so beneficial to them. You are missed by so many, but your legacy will endure because you left such a mark in so ways.
Maria Schiffler
September 22, 2018
Chuck, I have fond memories of you always in a caring and sharing mode. I'm going to miss your kindness and generosity.
I remember my first time helping you trouble shoot irrigation issues at the Fair Oaks Horticulture Center (FOHC). I happened to be there and you asked me to take a picture of the irrigation pipes that you had just finished unearthing.
I remember the amazing bus trip tour to the San Francisco Produce Markets that you led. It was an amazing day!
I remember helping you install the irrigation to six raised beds for the Herb Team at FOHC. You were so patient in explaining the whole set up. I had the opportunity to record you in action. The herbs look amazing because of your thoughtful irrigation plan.
I will always remember your kind suggestions as you passed by the herb beds at FOHC to help us improve.
Most of all I will miss seeing you and hearing your voice at the Master Gardener meetings, when you give presentations, and at FOHC.
Thank you for being such a beautiful soul.
Peace, love, and herbs always!
Lyra Halprin
September 12, 2018
I thoroughly enjoyed working for Chuck during his years at the UC Sustainable Ag Research & Education Program and enjoyed seeing him in his stellar role as a farm advisor. I'll miss most his humor, unflagging good spirits, and my goodness his unbelievable energy and ability to get things done. He was also a fabulous photographer, always picking the shots that told the story and retained the beauty of the scene - crimson clover, fava beans and their beautiful white blossoms plus the shady orchards of the Central Valley. I used many of his images in presentations in schools, in news releases and publications because they so clearly told a story. Wow, what a loss.
Robin Rivet
August 27, 2018
As a 22 year Master Gardener, I value his ANR publication, "The Home Orchard", and refer it to friends and colleagues alike. He always responded promptly when I called or wrote him with tree questions, and he clearly cared so much about our environment. He will be sorely missed.
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August 22, 2018
Chuck, you are loved, admired and will be remembered always. Although quiet in demeanor your lasting contributions to the community, your UC family and loved ones have been loudly heard. You have been a true gift. You'd be proud...I bought a bike and road into work! Thank you so much for all you have given. Vanessa Kenyon
Namaste
Jodi Azulai
August 22, 2018
Chuck, your gentle and kind spirit live on in our hearts. You were and are a good soul.
August 21, 2018
I remember, as a child, playing in the dirt with my little brother. He had a special kind of connection when it came to the earth. We'd roll down hills and climb trees. We were at the creek daily, exploring every detail nature had to give. Chuck grew to be the most kind, generous, down-to-earth man I've ever known. Through his love for the environment and his ability reach others, he has left the world a better place. I miss you, Chuck
August 20, 2018
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. May you find comfort in knowing that God cares for you and will help during this difficult time (1Peter 5:6,7)
Julie Barbour
August 19, 2018
What an incredible man. Chuck learned everything and in true humanitarian fashion, gladly gave all the learning away as fast as he could. A pure inspiration to Master Gardeners everywhere. Thank you.
Susan Trout
August 18, 2018
There are people who make our world a better place, who bring their own quiet beauty, kindness and generosity to everyone they touch. Chuck Ingles was one of those people. I feel privileged to have known him. May God comfort his loved ones and help them to understand they will be reunited with him again one day. Peace to you.
Maureen Sweeney
August 17, 2018
I lost my most amazing best friend. Condolences to Tracy, Josh, Biff, Gary, Carolyn & Becky. I cannot even fathom the loss for his Tracy & his family and all the giving back he did his whole life. He cooked,cleaned,shopped for me. On my worst health days Chuck would teach my yoga classes. He was beyond amazing with my nieces, my family. He was so happy to help anyone. Brilliant and was so a head of his time! Your legacy will continue. One never forgets kindness. Beyond my wildest dreams. He and Tracy were even going to move me home. So happy he had his amazing wife Tracy No words can truly say the special friendship. I shared with her that I took his pictures before he met her that he so loved! RIP! I miss your heart and your Chuckle. You touched so many
Gale
August 17, 2018
Chuck you are missed. Your warm smile and enthusiasm for life is etched in my heart. Peace
Barbara Schmitz
August 17, 2018
Chuck was a wonderful person, and always so kind and happy. He was so helpful to anyone who needed advice and guidance, and his positivity and zest for life literally lit up the room when he walked in. He was a good man who loved his family very much. I am honored to have had him in my life as a friend. We have lost a special spark, but that makes it more imperative to cherish his presence and what he stood for.
Biff Ingels
August 17, 2018
Be at peace, good brother. I carry a piece of the love you showed the world and for the rest of my life, I will give it away.
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