Robert Appleton

I will always fondly remember our Troop 14 days and sailing adventures on SF bay.

I felt real sadness mixed with many happy memories as a result of knowing and working with Bob while he was at the Bureau of Architecture. Of all of his projects it pleased me that the restoration of the Golden Gate Park Carrousel was the one project noted by name. My father and I were the general contractors that completed the restoration under his direction. Although it's been more than twenty five years since we finished, the Carrousel project remains the highlight of my career. I will...

What a wonderful life he had! I think of you, Michael, every time I enter the Marina Library (as I didn't know "Apple"). I'm so sorry for your loss.

Upbeat, ever cheerful Bob Appleton was one of the old guard at the Bureau of Architecture---who established a professional foundation that lives on today. I will always appreciate his honest directness and remember him bustling around in an old-time drafting apron, which seemed symbolic of his family's many generations of architects.

Dear Appleton Family members,
We are saddened to learn of Bob's recent passing. We offer you our deepest, heartfelt sympathy. We will miss Bob too.

When we think of Bob, his firm handshake, gleaming blue eyes combined with his warm smile stand out in our memory. We will always remember the wonderful fun-filled Christmas day parties at the Appleton home -- and the table of delicious homemade dishes from Leslie's kitchen.

We are also grateful for Bob's generosity in...

So sorry to read about the passing of a long family friend to my late parents and our family. My strength is being sent your way for healing through this difficult time.