James Anthony Apostle

James Apostle Obituary

James Anthony Apostle April 25, 1956- Nov. 2, 2010 James Anthony Apostle was born in Long Beach, CA on April 25, 1956. He passed away on November 2, 2010 peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his son, Matthew; mother, Matina; brother, Perry; nephew, Anthony; sister-in-law, Rosie; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and goddaughter. He passed away after a long struggle with mulitiple sclerosis. However, his illness could not prevent his resounding sense of humor and love for his family. He enjoyed listening to classic rock music and playing golf. His intelligence and wit remained sharp through out all of his years. James graduated from Wilson High School (1974) in Long Beach and attended Cal State Long Beach. He received a law degree from Western Law School in 1983 and thereafter practiced law in his hometown of Long Beach. He could recite any joke imaginable off the top of his head and never passed up the chance to make someone laugh. He will always be remembered by his sense of humor and love for others. His legacy will be carried on by his loved ones. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Memorial Fund of James Anthony Apostle, National Muliple Sclerosis Society, Pacific South Coast Chapter, 5950 La Place Court, Suite 200, Carlsbad, California 92008. Services: Trisagion, Thursday, November 4, 2010 7:00 p.m., Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 5761 East Colorado Street, Long Beach, CA 90814. Memorial Service Friday, November 5, 2010 10:00 a.m., Assumption Greek Orthodox Church. Immediately after the service he will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Cypress.

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Published by Press-Telegram on Nov. 4, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James Apostle

6 Entries

January 3, 2011

This Breaks my heart...... I Pray he is at peace ! He was a funny great guy! I . Zoes se sas! Lots of Love Chris Dogris McGrath

manuel cottgias

November 11, 2010

Jimmy and i go way back. We probability meet in the mid 60's at the Greek Orthodox Church on 16th and Pacific. I too grew up in Long Beach And graduated Wilson High School in 1971. We hit it off immediately. We had common interests, fast cars, loud rock and roll and of course girls. As we got older we raced our Hot Rods all over So-Cal, we saw just about every major rock band from the 60's,70's and 80's, traveled up and down the state for our churchs "Sons of Pericles" Sports conventions and did Vegas now and than. Man! Did we have fun!!! We would laugh till we "wet" ourselfs! I'm going to miss you "Buddy" We will meet again and pick up where we left off. "God Help Them" Love You Always.

November 10, 2010

Jim was a part of our family for many years. He had a great sense of humor and we had a lot of fun and good times together. To us he was still our brother-in-law and an Uncle to our children. We always knew what was happening with him over the years and that he put up a valiant fight against this horrible disease. Now we know that Jim is in heaven now, resting in the arms of our Lord and at peace. To our nephew Matthew and to Jim's family, Matoula, Perry, Rosie and Anthony, we send our deepest sympathy and love. We shall miss him too. love,
Brent and Virginia Noyes, Chris, Alexis and Kellie

Carole Edwards

November 10, 2010

Dear Jim,

Thank you for your love, the laughs, and those baby blue eyes. I fell in love with you when I was a young girl. I had the honor and pleasure of being your wife. You have always been in my heart, and you always will.

Most of all, thank you for the greatest gift, and production of our lives...Matthew. I promise to take care of him, and you watch over him from above.

You fought the good fight, and you fought longer than anyone else could. I know you did it to watch Matt grow up. You were the light of his life, and I know he was of yours too.

When you walked through the Gates into the Kingdom of Heaven, I know you picked up your Ping Clubs and hit the course. Enjoy good health again and peace in heaven. A place with no suffering and no pain. We love you Jim....now it is time to tee off!

With Love Always, Carole

Kathy & Dick Bishop

November 4, 2010

Although we saw each other infrequently throughout the years, we were cousins who loved each other. We could easily resume our conversation and affection for each other whenever we spoke, which wasn't as often as it should or could have been. It saddens us that the details of our lives and the distance kept us from being in contact more often. Jimmy, you were a better person than the rest of us. You fought this illness while keeping your wit and charm intact. You did your best to lessen our discomfort when we didn't know what to say knowing how futile your illness was. Now, you leave us and go to that place where there is no sorrow and no pain. God will welcome you. We will miss you. We'll cry for you. We will always love you and think of you.

Joe & Carol Brogna

November 4, 2010

Jim loved baseball. Especially baseball with his Brooklyn cousin, Joe. On many a weekend over the span of 20 years, they shared a special bicoastal telephone friendship. Each would assess the attributes of their respective teams – Jim, the Angels; Joe, the Mets. Jim delighted in listening to Joe defend his Mets, and would (with an obvious twinkle in his eye, easily detected in his voice over the phone) challenge him more so he could savor Joe's distinct Brooklyn accent. His last message for Joe was "We'll see the Mets this weekend in the World Series", all the while knowing they were well out of contention. Jim's unabashed sense of humor will be remembered by both of us, always. He is our profile of courage. We will miss him. Toss that first ball to us on Opening Day, Jimmy.

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