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Bill Apperson Obituary

Bill Apperson, 79, of Waco, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, at Old Union Cemetery near Groesbeck. Bill was born in Mexia to William and Jessie (Simmons) Apperson. He served in the Army and was married July 20, 1956, in Dallas, to Glena Lewis. After he graduated from Texas Tech University, he returned to Waco to help his father operate Apperson Grocery Store. He later became a nursing home administrator, and worked for local nursing homes. After he retired, Bill worked at Baylor University as a dorm moderator. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Glena; son, Parker Apperson and wife, Teresa, of Duncanville; daughter, Sharla Lumpkin and husband, Gary; four grandchildren, Chase Apperson, and Joshua, Caleb, and Phillip Lumpkin; and a great-granddaughter, Kamryn Lumpkin. January 11, 1930 - December 22, 2009 Sign the Guest Book at www.wacotrib.com

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Published by Waco Tribune-Herald from Dec. 23 to Dec. 24, 2009.

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January 2, 2010

Glenna, I am so sorry I was unable to attend Bo's funeral. He was such a good friend to our family for so many years. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. If we can do anything for you, please feel free to give us a call. Love and best wishes to you all...Darlene Dooley (Jimmy Smith's sister)

Gerald Nafe

December 26, 2009

Glenna, I was saddened for you by the news of Bill's passing. You have my deepest sympathy, as do your children and grandchildren. Best wishes to you all. Gerald

December 23, 2009

Glenna, so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking about you as you go through your healing process. May God Bless You. Peggy Flowers Bozeman

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