John Stephen Appleton

Everyone of us who had the honor, privilege, and pleasure to call John Appleton "friend" have an empty spot in our lives that we will fill with precious memories of him. We have all been the recipient of John and Debbie's kindness and generosity in so many ways. John "adopted" my son SPC Zachary Miller during the year that he served in Iraq with the US Army. John made sure that Zach's platoon had plenty of movies, batteries, candy, prayers, and encouragement. My son and I will never forget...

To my friend Tracy and Appleton Family, I am very sorry about your sudden loss. I wish for you healing and peace of mind. Love, CM

Dear Deborah, Katie, Tracy, Stephen,
I'm saddened by the loss of your husband and father. The "Lodge" just won't be the same. I'll miss his laughter, the intensity of his physical pursuits, his love of "being up north". May your strong family values and faith in the Lord carry you through this difficult time. My love and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Dar

Dear Deborah, Tracy, Katie & Stephen:
I found out today. I am very sorry to hear about John. He was a very accomplished and a very inspiring man. I was honored to know him. I will remember him as a man who lived life...and then some. I always enjoyed the conversations I had with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bart Tate

Dear Family Appleton;
Did not know The Appletons,sorry to say,but from my daughter I learned enough about him that he was a man that lived by the Motto:
"Carpe Diem"".
To the Family:My Heartfelt Sympathy.

Deborah,
I can only say that you and John have been instrumental to so many people in so many ways. My sister, Birgitt, has shared with us how wonderful you have both been to her and your Christmas letters with great affection. I met you both briefly but felt we spent an eternity together through your letters. I mourned Johns loss as if he were part of my family. Thank you for being the people that you were together and who you will be now that you are without John. You are a very...

Deborah, i know i didn't 'hang out' with you guys a lot, but the times i did were always so much fun. john has touched so many people and changed so many lives. he IS truly a blessing from God. although he is physically gone, i am certain he will continue to have an enormous impact on everyone who has ever come in contact with him. i am so very sorry for your loss. you and your family will always be in my heart and prayers. may God bless you all with comfort and peace.

Deborah and family,
I would like to send my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
John was much to young, much too loved to go. May the love of friends be the strength to help you through this time.

Ellen
Previous employee of Appleton Electric Company (HR Dept.)