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Lester Jason Apley, age 88, died at his home in Duluth on June 1, 2022.
He was a retired police officer from the city of Warren and served our country as a Marine in Korea. He was a proud Mason for over fifty years and a member of Duluth’s First United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Karen (Kay); their daughters, Connie (Jimmy) Barrett and Cindy (Greg) Rose; as well as their grandsons, Glen and Jason (Barbie); and granddaughters, Amanda (John), Cassie, and Holly. He was also beloved by his six great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Martha and Chet Apley; his siblings, Anna Borengesser and Sid Apley; and his son, Lester (Jay) Apley Junior.
A Memorial Service will be held at First United Methodist Church of Duluth, 3208 Duluth Highway, Duluth, GA, 30096 on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Visitation at 1:00 PM and Memorial Service to follow at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to the Duluth Masonic Lodge #480, 3337 Duluth Highway, Duluth, GA, 30096 or to the First United Methodist Church of Duluth.
Gregory Rose says
Will miss you Les…Your laugh, smile, humor, stories, history, experiences, and love of sports..A great man you were…and will always be..
Karen says
Dear Kay and family. I’m so very sorry for your loss. Most sincerely, Karen Valduga
Bob Graham says
Was sad to hear about Les passing.He was a good man and a good cop. Attended the Detroit Police Academy with Les in 1957 and served with him during his career at Warren PD.
Sharon stemplewski says
To kay my closest childhood family and very close friends ..I was just braging to some friends about knowing Les and you I stayed as clise as i could to Jay and Connie and even was trying to meet up with Connie when i went to visit My daughter in tennesse … I m so so sad that I didnt get to see you and Les before he left us .. Im in shock ..I pray that you are ok . How very sad . But you know that les is in with Carrie and Jay and my mom and dad ..he looks so good in his pic ! Will tell my family and keep u in my prayers Love Sharon Stemplewski
Melissa Bradley says
Cindy~ I’m terribly sorry for the loss of your dad. Sending love & comforting prayers.
Courtney Gordon says
Too my iron man I truly wish I was around more you were the best at accepting me and my kids, every time I was Around you always laughed but always taught me lesson’s for my lack of being around more everyday was a blessing I wasn’t able to do or be more I’m sorry pop I was supposed too be there…. Fishing, laughing and cooking. The man you are will forever be cherished and missed you are 1 of 1 and I love you pop. Thank you for your time spent.
Courtney Gordon says
Too my iron man I truly wish I was around more you were the best at accepting me and my kids, every time I was Around you, you always laughed but always taught me lesson’s sorry for my lack of being around more. Everyday was a blessing I’m I wasn’t able to do or be more I’m sorry pop I was supposed too be there…. Fishing, laughing and cooking. The man you are will forever be cherished and missed you are 1 of 1 and I love you pop. Thank you for your time spent.
Lloyd and Charlotte Greer says
The reality of Les passing is just sinking in and it’s shocking.
We met Les and Kay in Florida. And, there are just so many wonderful memories of the times we spent together; playing cards, dominos, exercising, shopping, garage sales etc,
It always amazed me that Les, is the only guy I know that had the patience to be with three opinionated women and listen to their chatter on every topic imaginable every day without losing it. Special guy
He is in our hearts and we speak of Les often always ending in laughter at the memory. It was a privilege knowing you Les. Are thoughts and prayers are with you Kay
Ron n Barb Mable says
Kay we are so sorry to hear about Les. He will now be able to eat all those snacks, as much salt as he wants and Lancaster County bologna. Many fun memories from Fla. May you and your family find peace and tranquillity
Walt & Sue Cook says
Kay, we are so sorry to hear of Les’s passing. What a great life the two of you had together! We remember his happy smile & easy going personality. Going to the pool in Homestead with a bunch of ladies & enjoying every minute was a mark of a unique man who had a joy for life! We remember the two of you fondly & the great times we had in Florida.