Thomas "Tom" F. Appel passed away on Monday, June 17, 2013 at the age of 68 years.
Tom was born on November 19, 1944 in Milwaukee to Henry and Odessa (nee Seeger) Appel. Tom was a graduate of Milwaukee Boys Tech and went on to serve in the United States Marine Corp. during the Vietnam Era.
Tom married Patricia "Pat" in 1974 in Milwaukee. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, and spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. Tom was a dedicated employee of Langer Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc. for over 43 years. He was a member of the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers AFL-WO Local #65.
Tom is survived by his wife Pat; children Kim (Jim Wrobleski) Appel, Nicole Huenerbein, and Shawn (Jodi); 7 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brother Kenny (Cheryl), sister Jan (Bill) Zahn, and many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, and dear friends. Tom is preceded in death by his parents Henry and Odessa and infant daughter Tana.
A Memorial Service for Tom will be at 7:00 PM on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 W. Paradise Dr. in West Bend. Gathering will take place at the funeral home from 4:00 PM until time of service (7:00 PM) on Thursday, June 20, 2013. Inurnment will take place at Wisconsin Memorial Park at a later date.
The family would like to extend a special Thank You to Horizon Hospice, the staff at the Courage Clinic in the Froedtert Hospital Clinical Cancer Center for their care and compassion for Tom during this time.