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Jacob Apelbaum Obituary
Jacob Apelbaum, 87, passed away on July 15, 2009 with his entire loving family by his side.
Mr. Apelbaum was a prominent builder and real estate developer in the Akron area. He was a partner in Ben Apelbaum & Sons Construction Company, which built numerous builidngs and homes throughout Summit County, including the University Plaza Center, Midas Muffler Shops, and Clarkins stores. Mr. Apelbaum was a one time owner of the Portage Hotel located at the corner of Market and Main streets in downtown Akron.
Mr. Apelbaum was born and raised in Akron. He served as Lieutenant in the Navy Air Corps during World War II where he piloted Corsairs on the U.S.S. Bunker Hill in the Pacific Theater. After the War he returned home to Akron and worked in the former Federman"s Department store before joining his father in the family business. Mr. Apelbaum married Elaine Katz in 1954 and they had three wonderful children. Beginning in 1970 Mr. Apelbaum worked for the State of Ohio and helped implement the then new state lottery system. After retiring, he and his wife spent their winters in Boca Raton, Fla.
Mr. Apelbaum is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Elaine; his devoted daughter, Jody and son-in-law Randal Lowry; his loving son, Perry and daughter-in-law Laura; his four grandchildren, Marisa and Meredith Lowry and Benjamin and Sara Apelbaum. Mr. Apelbaum also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and dear friends. Mr. Apelbaum was preceded in death by his daughter, Dina, his parents, Ben and Ida, and his five siblings.
Mr. Apelbaum will always be remembered by those who knew him as a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. Mr. Apelbaum spent his entire life giving of his time and talents to his friends and neighbors. Mr. Apelbaum"s greatest joys in life came from putting a smile on the faces of his family, lending a helping hand, and fixing anything that was broken. Mr. Apelbaum will be deeply missed by all those who knew him. Special thanks to the staff at Sunrise Assisted Living Facility and Louise Hellwig of Asera Care Hospice.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. TODAY at Temple Israel, 133 Merriman Rd., Akron. The family will receive friends at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Randal Lowry TODAY after the service until sundown and Sunday from 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer"s Association, 1815 W. Market St. #301, Akron, Ohio 44313.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jacob Apelbaum
Derek May
August 8, 2009
Elaine,Jody and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jacob's passing. You have my deepest condolences.
Jacob Apelbaum
July 22, 2009
I found Jacob’s name on the Internet by chance. I share his same first and last name and as there are only few individuals with that name (I’m only aware of 2), I naturally wanted to find who he was. I was inspired to read about his service as Navy pilot during the Second World War, his family and contributions.
I am sorry to not have had the chance to meet him.
May God comfort you among all the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Eric Pollock
July 19, 2009
Jake is and always will be one of my best friends. I love him with all of my heart. While I have not enough to donate to the Alzheimer's fund, I have joined an Alzheimer's walk at www.alz.org in order to honor Jake and support my own grandfather. I'll miss you Jake.
Tim & Loretta Smith
July 19, 2009
Randy, Jody and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Jake. I have a lot of wonderful memories of working with your dad at the house. He taught me so much about the construction business. He will always be in my heart. Memories of him will always put a smile on my face.
Much Love To All,
Howard Kent
July 19, 2009
To the Entire Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Howard and Gina Kent
Jack and Marilyn Kent
Marilyn & Dan Slavin
July 18, 2009
Dear Elaine, Jody, Perry and Families,
Dan and I are thinking of you in your sorrow and wishing you strength in the days ahead.
We recall many memorable times we shared through the years. Jake will be sadly missed.
Love,
Marilyn and Dan
July 18, 2009
Dear Elaine and family, I was so saddened to learn about Jake's passing. I will cherish the memories of our Midas Winter getaways. You are all in my thoughts.
Sincerely,
Sherrie Zaft
Janet& Bob Cohen
July 18, 2009
Our sincere condolences to the family..We have fond memories of many problems solved over morning breakfasts at Lou & Hy's Deli .He was one of the key people and a special friend to my dad, Irv. He will be missed.
Janet and Bob Cohen(now of Boca Raton)
Janet&Bob Cohen
July 18, 2009
Our sincere condolences to the family..We have fond memories of many problems solved over morning breakfasts at Lou & Hy's Deli .He was one of the key people and a special friend to my dad, Irv. He will be missed.
Janet and Bob Cohen(now of Boca Raton)
July 18, 2009
To the Family of Jake Applebaum
Please accept my sympathy. As a youngster I was a playmate of Jake in the Copley Road-Fernwood Drive neighborhood. We were friends. But then the war came, and we did not see one another anymore . . . I am sorry. May Jacob rest in peace.
Robert M Kraus
Akron
Michelle Curtis
July 17, 2009
Dear Jody, Perry, and the whole family,
My heart goes out to you. I know you from High School, I didn't know your dad, but he sounded like my dad, Clarence. Your dad and mine were both pilots in W.W.II, both Builders and Contractors and Teachers. Appreciate the time and memories you do have.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Peace be with all of you reading this.
Love and Peace,
July 17, 2009
My profound sympathy to the Apelbaum family on the passing of Jake,father, father-in-law,grandfather, and my sister Krista's close friend. Krista and Jake shared a very special bond where there was no generation gap. Jake made Krista's stay at Sunrise much brighter. She was very fortunate to have Jake as her friend."Friends are God's way of taking care of us.' Sincerely, Lesley Poe Ripellino
Krista Poe
July 17, 2009
Dear Lowrys and Apelbaums,
I feel so lucky to have gotten to know Jake here at Sunrise. I often told him that the greatest structure that he ever build was his wonderful and loving family. He always smiled and said thank you when I said that.
He brought so much love, laughter, and joy to us. I am so grateful for his friendship. I am a better person because I knew Jake. Thank you so very much.
Love, Krista Poe
Tom and Barb Layton
July 17, 2009
I would like to send my condolences to the Apelbaum family. I hope this thought found in John 11:20-27 will be of comfort to you.
Jerry and Joyce Sloan
July 17, 2009
Dear Jody, Randy and family:
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your father, father-in-law, and grandfather. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers during your time of grief. The wonderful memories of your father will remain in your hearts forever. Our deepest sympathy.
Mona Nobil
July 17, 2009
My dear friends, my heart goes out to all of you at this sad time. Please know that I think of you and grieve with you.Elaine, I hope I will see you soon and we can talk about the "old days".
With love, Mona
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