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Paul Ingle Obituary
71, of Mesa, Arizona passed away on September 11, 2014 with loved ones at his side. Paul was born in Urbana, IL on November 17 1942 to Lester and Edith Ingle. Paul was paralyzed during a diving accident at age 16. His disability never slowed him down. Paul lettered in basketball at the University of Illinois where he graduated in 1968. He won gold medals in swimming at the International Wheelchair Games in London. He earned his master's degree at Rhode Island College. Paul built a house, raised a family, and had a 29 year career as a well-regarded public school science teacher and active community member in the town of Scituate, RI. During retirement Paul reconnected with his childhood friend and soulmate, Kit Filbey. Together they lived in Denver, CO and Mesa, AZ where Paul enjoyed home improvement projects, high tech gadgets, model airplanes, and lots of warm sunshine. Throughout his life, and wherever he went, Paul inspired and improved the lives of those around him. Paul is survived by his son Joe Ingle, his sister Linda Rain, and his soulmate Kit Filbey. A Celebration of Life will be held at home on Saturday, September 20, 2014. The family requests memorial donations be made to the United Spinal Association at www.unitedspinal.org/donations.
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The Round Family
September 24, 2014
Joe, Please accept our condolences on the passing of your father. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Wendy Whitford Gould
September 21, 2014
Deepest Sympathy on your loss, Mr. Engle was my High School Science Teacher...he did a wonderful job inspiring young minds.
Patricia Kelley
September 20, 2014
Dear Joe and family,
I have many happy memories of spending time with your family. Your father was a kind, generous, and intelligent man with a wonderful sense of curiosity and interest in the world around him. May all of your treasured memories help to ease your sorrow.
With sympathy,
Pat (Fallon) Kelley
September 19, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Mr Ingle was one of my favorite teachers in Junior HS.
Nicole Divver
Doris Duggan
September 19, 2014
Joe & Kit,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of my old friend Paul. I worked at the jr/sr high school in Scituate with Paul during his last few years of teaching. He was one of the smartest people I have ever met. His quiet and patient manner was a good mix with his sense of humor. I enjoyed our conversations over those few years. I will keep you and Paul in my prayers.
Sarah Arendt
September 18, 2014
Dear Joe & Family, We were very saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. Our hearts ache for you all. May happy memories help to ease your sorrow. You are in our thoughts & prayers. Love, Bill & Sarah Arendt
Lesley
September 18, 2014
I came across this when i was looking for someone one else, but Mr. Ingle was my middle school science teacher and he was FANTASTIC. Great sense of humor, smart, and above all kind. My sincerest sympathy to his son. Your dad touched lots of lives in many beautiful ways, don't ever forget that!
Jason & Patti Bettez
September 18, 2014
Joe, we are sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 17, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family, may you find comfort and strength from the God of all comfort (Acts24:15)
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