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Joseph "Joe" Richard Applegate
Sept. 15, 1988-Sept. 29, 2012
Joseph Richard Applegate stepped off his snowboard, planted one last flower and moved from this life on Sept. 29, 2012. He successfully completed his mortal mission and returned to his heavenly home to be with his Grandma and Grandpa Bassett.
He was born on Sept. 15, 1988 to Kent Applegate and Elizabeth Bassett Applegate. He lived the first 5 years of his life in Provo, Utah before moving to Farmington, at the age of 6. Here he enjoyed scouting, making blanket forts with his family, trading his Pokemon cards and camping.
He attended Piedra Vista High School where he played bass in the orchestra and ran track. He earned his Eagle Scout by using his knowledge of the GIS program - creating a map of the trail system in Berg Park.
Joe has always had a love of the outdoors. Any free time he had he would go longboarding, biking, camping, hiking. He also loved his plants - orchids, bells of Ireland, geraniums, "snappies", etc. Mom's garden is "The Garden Joe Built".
On Halloween night 2009, he took notice of his sister's cute little friend, Tannie. He eventually asked her out and their friendship developed into a romance. On Oct. 23, 2010, he married his very best friend, starting off a wonderful adventure. Although their time together on this earth was short, they packed as much love into that time as possible.
He is survived by his wife, Tanith Morgan Stradling; parents, Kent and Liz Applegate; brother, Tanner; sisters, Chelsea and Ashley; many cousins, aunts and uncles on both the Applegate and Bassett side and loving family on the Stradling side.
Funeral services will be held at the LDS chapel, 4400 College Boulevard, Farmington, on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012 at 11 a.m. Friends will be welcome from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Interment will be Friday, Oct. 5, 2012, 3 p.m. in West Valley City, Utah.
Joe is in the care of Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute Street, Farmington. 505-325-8688.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Applegate
Leah Ahrens
October 8, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1. God is for us a refuge and strength, a help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
October 6, 2012
Kent and Liz Im so proud of your strong everlasting faith in our God. You are such a special example for others; I am truly blessed to know you and I am so sorry for your loss. Sincerely, connie stock
Tanith and Joseph Applegate
Colene Wells
October 6, 2012
Our darling Tanith, You are truly a great spirit in a small body, You have been very strong through all of the pain of Joe's passing and you have done it with love and grace. We know what a struggle it has been for you and you are in our every prayer. When I think of Joe, it is with a bit of humour, he always patted me on the shoulder and said: Hi Grandma. He helped your grandfather in the yard and they cut and trimmed to their hearts desire, bonding through love of the outdoors. We will remember Joe and always love you! Memo and Grandpa Wells
Dan and Brendon Christensen
October 5, 2012
Kent and Liz, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brenda Hayes
October 4, 2012
Joe was always a fun and interesting guy. Im so happy that Cole and I were able to grow up with all the Applegate family next door. I'll never forget all our soccer, hide-n-go seek games and all the lemonaid stands. He will be missed greatly.
Rachel Wells Rounds
October 4, 2012
Much love to everyone during this sad time. I pray for peace and strength for everyone who loved Joe, but especially for my sweet cousin Tanith.
Jeremy Smith
October 4, 2012
For the short time I knew Joe he was not someone you will forget. It is good to see him have a good life, even if it was short. He is in my prays and his wife, Family.
Jamie Cheney
October 2, 2012
His smile will be a memory I never forget.
Deanna and Katrina Hadley
October 2, 2012
Joe, you always made recess and classes so much fun. Your witty and lively attitude made us feel alive. Might I mention, you, tanith and your group always made work so much easier and fun when you came to eat and hangout. Always so happy and content. With your short time on this earth we can guarantee you made everyone you met laugh and realize how wonderful life is. its saddening how quickly you've left us but it makes the time with you with you that much more precious. love ya man! Our prayers and strength go out to tanith, his family and close friends. If you need anything contact us. <3
Judy Chapman Holloway
October 2, 2012
Dear Kent and Liz,
Even though it has been a very long time since we have seen each other I want you to know our prayers and love go out to your family. The Applegates have always had a special place in my heart. Please give our regards to Joe's wife, and know we send our love to all your family. The Chapman family has lost yet another dear member, but I know he has been welcomed by loving Grandparents and other family members. God bless you always.
Your Cousin,
Judy Chapman Holloway
Tammy Driskill (Bingham)
October 2, 2012
Joes smile always lit up the street of Greenbriar when all the neighborhood kids would get together and play. May you find comfort in his passing to his next adventure.
Scott Eborn
October 2, 2012
We will miss you buddy. Glad we could be neighbors for a while and become friends. You'll always be one of my greatest friends in here in Farmington. Thanks for being so awesome. Love ya Joe!
Lori Aurnhammer
October 2, 2012
May fond memories of Joe comfort and heal your hearts. Our thoughts and Prayers to the families.
Amanda Beall-Little
October 2, 2012
Joe was a great friend and could always make you laugh. He was in my Gov't class Senior year and I will never forget all the wonderful times we had.
Tyler Morehouse
October 2, 2012
Joe was a great friend and I will miss him so much. Tanith I am praying that you have strength and comfort through this.
Love, Tyler Morehouse
Jim Holgate
October 2, 2012
Joe you will be missed by us all. You were one of the best Scouts I ever had. Out love goes out to the Applegates and Stradlings.
Amanda Jeffers
October 2, 2012
My Memories of Joe were from Elementary to High school, I would see Joe and Chris together all the time, they would always be telling jokes & laughing. I remember them being the "class clown” always there to lighten the mood:) Joe will be missed dearly. Joe's Wife Tannith, Family & Closets Friends are all in my thoughts & prayers.
Brent Done
October 2, 2012
Liz and Kent -
My heart is full and my prayers are with you.
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