(CNN)David Ogden Stiers, known for his role as Major Charles Emerson Winchester III in the TV comedy series "M*A*S*H," died Saturday, the agency representing him said.
The actor was 75.
He died "peacefully at his home in Newport, Oregon after a courageous battle with bladder cancer," the MKS Talent Agency tweeted.
"His talent was only surpassed by his heart," the agency added.
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[*]• on Mar 4, 2018 4:56 pm
My favorite all time show RIP Mr Stiers
[*]I love you • on Mar 4, 2018 5:05 pm
You and God shall love eachother watching mash
- Gary Austin • on Mar 4, 2018 9:17 pm
I must wholeheartedly agree.
[*]James Vacchio • on Mar 4, 2018 5:26 pm
R.I.P Charles Emerson Winchester III.You will be missed.Ty for the M.A.S.H Memories.
[*]• on Mar 4, 2018 6:46 pm
Godspeed, Winchester. Thanks for everything.
[*]Millie Rich • on Mar 4, 2018 6:54 pm
So sad so many great people we have lost in the entertainment file God bless the families of those we have lost
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[*]• on Mar 4, 2018 7:06 pm
Good bye Charles!!!! RIP
[*]• on Mar 4, 2018 7:17 pm
Very convincing actor, warm human being, understatedly true to himself. You will be very missed, sir.
[*]Robyn Perrigo • on Mar 4, 2018 8:54 pm
Rest In Peace David Ogden Stiers. Thank you so much for the laughs. M*A*S*H got me thru some rough times. One of my all time favorite television shows.
You will be dearly missed.
- • on Mar 5, 2018 7:21 pm
Dear David Ogden Stiers:
You are among all of the best TV Greats. I am still watching”I Love Lucy” with witch l started watching from day one. I watched the first episode of “Mash” to the last. Still watching it and partly because of you. God Bless You and say Hi to Lucille Ball.RIP
[*]• on Mar 4, 2018 9:11 pm
Rest In Peace Major Charles Emerson Winchester III,You,like all of the other cast members were,and will continue to always be a CLASS ACT ! ! ! Godspeed Mr. Stiers,We Will Never Forget You
[*]Gary Austin • on Mar 4, 2018 9:19 pm
Rest in peace old friend of our youthful dreams of Hollywood…
[*]• on Mar 4, 2018 11:25 pm
He was a great actor who made people laugh with his straight sense of humor and he showed his gentle side.He will be missed.Rest in peace.
[*]Kathryn • on Mar 5, 2018 3:36 am
We were watching you on reruns of M*A*S*H* when we heard the news of your passing. RIP David! Been watching the show as a comfort, since a major move. I pray your loved ones are comforted.
[*]ken • on Mar 5, 2018 4:23 am
One of the greatest, if not the greatest sitcom of all time. My personal favorite as well. David thank you and god bless you for the work that you did, that brought joy to so many. Rest in peace
[*]• on Mar 5, 2018 5:17 am
Loved the Winchester Character. Love MASH. You will indeed be missed. RIP.
[*]Brent Beacham • on Mar 5, 2018 5:37 am
“I do one thing at a time. I do it very well. And then I move on.” Indeed
Charles wasn’t as much fun to hate as Burns but you brought so much to M*A*S*H
- Stephanie • on Mar 5, 2018 5:57 am
That was one of the greatest lines spoken by CEW3rd on his first appearance on M*A*S*H
[*]Bruce Macneil • on Mar 5, 2018 5:51 am
Great actor, I’ve seen every episode of mash, along with several movies David has done. I have enjoyed every last one of them.You will truly be missed. Charles Emerson Winchester Thanks
[*]• on Mar 5, 2018 5:53 am
I love M*A*S*H very much I have watched it every since it came on David you will be missed and loved by so many . May God be with you and all of your family. You are in all of our hearts.
SELF FAMILY
[*]• on Mar 5, 2018 5:55 am
Thank you David for the years of enjoyment, you will be missed ! I would’nt do practical jokes up there……..your among the best !
[*]• on Mar 5, 2018 6:03 am
Oh how much you’ll be missed Cogsworth! Rest in peace.
[*]• on Mar 5, 2018 7:08 am
Cheers, Doc!
[*]• on Mar 5, 2018 7:12 am
Today we make it a point to play chamber music in our home to pay tribute to the snotest person we know on TV. Charles Emerson Winchester III. You were wonderful and filled out home with joy and laughter and now with music. Rest in Peace David and thank you so much.
[*]David Wilkinson • on Mar 5, 2018 8:27 am
Adieu, Winchester.
[*]Carolyn • on Mar 5, 2018 9:01 am
Goodbye Farewell and Amen….What a wonderful actor.
[*]• on Mar 5, 2018 9:41 am
Thank you for leaving laughter in our hearts
