Paul Evans Appleby
1924 - 2015
Paul Evans Appleby
1924 - 2015
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1924
DIED
2015
Paul Appleby Obituary
Mr. Appleby passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2015, in Tyler.
He was born on May 23, 1924, in Springfield, Missouri to Elvin B. and Bernice E. Abernathy Appleby. He was a member of Green Acres Baptist Church, the Oak Cliff Lions Club in Dallas and the Tyler Lions Club. He was formerly employed by Sears Roebuck Company and was a veteran of World War II, having served in the Army Air Corps.
He is survived by his son, Tim Nelson of Phoenix, Arizona; daughter, Linda Potter of Overland Park, Kansas; granddaughters, Anna Bailey of Mission, Kansas, Laura Jane and Cameron Linn of McPherson, Kansas; great-grandchildren, Maya Bailey, Emery Bailey, Takoda Linn and Jackson Linn; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Neita Jane McCarter Appleby; and brothers, W.R. Appleby and Elvin Appleby.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 P.M., Friday, August 7, 2015, at the funeral home.
If desired, memorials may be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, 75701.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jill Donahue
September 1, 2015
A man to be honored for the service he gave our country. I did not know Paul personally, yet I have come to understand he is to be respected for his dedication and positive outlook in the face of adversity. RIP.
Mary Ann Paul
August 25, 2015
Thank you, Paul, for being an outstanding example of living life with a positive and happy attitude no matter what the challenges. You were an inspiration to anyone that was fortunate enough to know you, either for a short time or through the years. You blessed us all!
Jean Hawkins
August 20, 2015
Paul, my cousin, was always a favorite relative since childhood. He was a brilliant pilot & flight instructor before the tragedy that caused hiim 70 years of struggles. In spite of such fate, his positive & upbeat attitude & sense of humor prevailed. I so regret I didn't learn of his demise until my weekly phone call after his service took place. May he rest in peace!
Sid Smith
August 7, 2015
Mr Appleby, you also have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, and you have kept the faith.
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August 6, 2015
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