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Harold Apprill Obituary

Harold Apprill
Harold H. Apprill, 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025, at his home in Godfrey, under the light of a full moon. His wife, Jeanette, was by his side.
Born February 27, 1935, in Washington, MO, he was the son of Severin and Alvina (Kindel) Apprill. Harold proudly served in the U.S. Navy Reserves and later retired from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
An avid outdoor enthusiast, Harold found joy in skiing, hiking, boating, and gliding. He was a longtime member of the Alton Water Ski Club and the Glider Club, where he built cherished friendships and embraced a life of adventure.
Above all, Harold was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He loved deeply and lived fully.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Jeanette M. Dilling-Apprill; his sons, Scott Apprill and Troy Apprill; his daughter, Michon Bushman; six grandchildren-Benjamin, Bridget, Jake, Gabrielle, Sabrina, and Zachary-and one great-grandson, Carter. He is also survived by his brother, Earl Apprill, and sisters, Grace Marsden and June Apprill. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Lloyd Apprill.
No services are scheduled at this time. Online guestbook and information may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Telegraph on Jul. 22, 2025.

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EARL

July 26, 2025

Great BIG Brother who would volunteer to do anything for anyone!
Very adventurous & sense of humor is memorable....
While bringing Dad´s old Farmall Tractor that had hand breaks instead of foot pedals to our new Purina Farm house to dig a basement for an addition, he nearly lost control with us kids in the trailer. Going down a bumpy dirt hill he had to steer while breaking with both hands! Quickly he wrapped his leg around one break lever to steer with one hand & miraculously save us all!
WHAT A BROTHER... Miss ya, brother, Earl

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