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Kay Appel Obituary
She was the daughter of the late Edgar Orlando Jablonowski and the late Goldie Milner Jablonowski. Kay graduated from Ursuline Academy in New Orleans and attended Louisiana State University. Throughout her life she was an active church volunteer who really enjoyed Women's and Children's ministries. She also volunteered in the city she loved, giving historic walking tours of the French Quarter and Cabildo. Upon moving to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, she became an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church and the Gulfport Women's Club. She believed in family and was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
Kay was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Robert Louis Appel. She is survived by her three sons; Steven M. Appel of Hot Springs, AR; Kurt T. Appel (Claudia) of Gulfport, MS; Eddie C. Appel (Julie) of Gulfport, MS; and her daughter, Anna Lisa Latino (Steven) of Mandeville, LA.
She has nine grandchildren: Meg, Olivia, and Blake Appel; Morgan, Melanie and Madeline Appel; Steven, Kay Lee, and Christian Latino. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Anne Maher of Baton Rouge, LA and her many nieces and nephews who she dearly loved.
The family would like to thank Stefanie Stephens for her loving care, devotion and special friendship
Funeral service is 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2011 at Trinity United Methodist Church, Gulfport where friends may visit one hour before the service. Interment will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Gulfport.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 5007 Lawson Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39507 or to the charity of their choice.
Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kay Appel
Kosta N. Vlahos
March 30, 2011
May her memory be eternal.
March 30, 2011
Dear Cousins,
I am so sorry to hear about Kay. Ray and I are in Spain and could not come home. In a way, I am sort of writing for Aunt Edith. Mama always loved her two nieces and thought the world of them. Over the years, we didn't get together very often, but it was such fun to get together when we did. She was always happy to see us and us to see her. She was so sweet, loved her family, and loved LSU! I know she will be sadly missed by her family and friends We had a grand time when she and Bobby came to my house in Baton Rouge to meet with the Jablonowski cousins from Waco. What a crew! I am proud to call her my cousin!
Allison Brown
March 29, 2011
I spent several years with Kay in the Women's Sunday School class and she was always such a sweet woman. She was compassionate and kind and she will be missed by the many who knew her.
barbara bowen
March 28, 2011
We enjoyed Kay's smile and pleasant company with our Red Hat group the Beaded Babes. We were always glad when Kay was able to join us for our outings in New Orleans. We'll miss her.
Marcie Wilson
March 26, 2011
Roy and I will miss Kay. We pray that the love of God and all her friends at Trinity will comfort her family in their time of loss.
March 26, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about Kay. We still remember the great times we had watching the children grow up - especially around Halloween...
Noel & Winnie Gilbert
River Ridge
Tiffany Preston
March 26, 2011
I will miss seeing Mrs. Appel. She also came in with a sweet smile on her face. Sending prayers to her family and Stephanie.
Tiffany
Coast Cardiovascular
Norma McLoughlin
March 25, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about Kay. She was a lovely lady, and I enjoyed knowing her. I send my sympathy to Steven, Kurt, and Eddie.
June and Harry Rees
March 25, 2011
Condolences from Aunt June and Harry. You have wonderful, loving memories of a very dear mother and grandmother, and the joy of knowing that she is in a far better place at the feet of Jesus.
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
March 26, 2011
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
Ann Dronet
March 25, 2011
Kurt, Claudia & Family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Jaci Mize
March 25, 2011
Sweet is the voice of a sister in the season of sorrow.
-- Benjamin Disraeli
The MS Gulf Coast Alpha Omicron Pi Alumnae will miss you Kay. You will always and forever be Our Sister.
Frank DeLaRosa
March 25, 2011
It was a honor that I got to meet you in my lifetime. I hope one day I can be as generous and loving as you are. Gold Bless you and your family.
Melissa Lloyd
March 25, 2011
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your mother.
March 25, 2011
We will cherish the fond memories of the many happy times we spent together over the years.
With our love,
Betty, Turner, and the entire "CLEM CLAN"
Erin Maher
March 25, 2011
Aunt Kay, thank you for being such a loving and compassionate person to me. My memories of you are forever embedded in my mind, especially during the Holidays . The traditions that we shared throughout my childhood grounded me and you always made them special. Thank you for comforting Me-Maw through the years, and for the wonderful role model that you set for my mom. Your kindness and caring personality will always live in my heart forever. Annalisa, Kurt, Eddie, Steve, and all the extended family, I hope that you are comforted in this time of mourning by the infinite Spirit of your mother and God to always hold her in your heart with peace, love, and happiness. Love, Erin Maher, neice of Kay
Hot Springs, Arkansas Trip 2010
Stefanie Stephens
March 24, 2011
I love you so much Ms. Kay. I will miss you and you will always be a part of my life. Thank you for all the good times that we shared. You had lived a beautiful life and I will forever treasure you and our memories together.
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