Born May 9, 1934, in Leavenworth to William B. Jr. and Dollie M. (Bullard) Thomas, and growing up with six siblings in a tiny house, left her with memories she cherished always.
She graduated from Leavenworth Senior High in 1952. She enjoyed reunions with friends for many years.
Charlotte married her high school sweetheart, Lowell D. Appleby (LHS Class of 1950) on August 10, 1952. They built their forever home in Kickapoo Township where they raised their three children.
She was employed by Kresge’s Dime Store and Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant. The job she enjoyed most was being a homemaker and caring for children and grandchildren.
While it wasn’t her profession she taught many how to water ski and play Black Jack. She loved family vacations, boating, camping, fishing, celebrations of any kind, and was always up for a game of cards. For Charlotte, life was better with family and friends.
Charlotte is survived by her children; Wade (Brenda) Appleby, Gwen (Richard) Ernzen, Todd (Kevin) Appleby; grandchildren, Christy (Adrian), Stephanie (Justin), Jacob (Kari), Anna (Spencer), Evelyn, and Meagan; ten great-grandchildren; siblings, Ellen Byrd and Russell (Theresa) Thomas.
She is proceeded in death by her husband, Lowell Appleby and siblings Robert, Freddie, and Alvin Thomas, and Carolyn Wrigley. Charlotte is also survived by Freddie’s wife Dorothy and Carolyn’s husband Charlie.
The family expresses gratitude for the dignity, love, and friendship provided to Charlotte by her caregivers Candice, Melissa, Lindsey, Katie, Braeton, Margaret, Paige, and Laney. The medical team at Encompass Hospice brought caring support and joy when she needed it most.
Her celebration of life service will be at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church and School for Paul’s Buffet or Backpack Buddies.
Lowell Dewey Appleby, 86, Leavenworth, Kansas, passed away Monday October 2, 2017.
Lowell was born March 22, 1931, in Norman, Oklahoma to Dewey Samuel and Anna Marie Appleby.
He moved to Leavenworth with his family when he was 13 years old. He played football and participated in track before graduating from L.H.S. in 1950.
He married the love of his life, Charlotte M. Thomas (LHS Class of 1952) on August 10, 1952 before deploying to Korea to serve his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. They would have three children before settling into the home they built themselves with the help of family and friends in Kickapoo Township.
Lowell was a union sheet metal worker before going to work for the United States Federal Penitentiary. He retired after 20 years of service. He loved fishing, nature, and caring for his family. No bird went hungry in Kickapoo and no one walked out his door without a warm farewell and instructions to “be careful.”
He is survived by the wife he adored Charlotte; his children, Wade (Brenda) Appleby, Gwen (Richard) Ernzen and Todd (Kevin) Appleby; grandchildren, Christy, Stephanie, Jacob, Anna, Evelyn and Meagan; and nine great-grandchildren.
Lowell's fun-loving spirit will be greatly missed.
The family would like to express our appreciation for the dignity, love, and care provided to Lowell by the medical staff at St. Luke’s Hospital and his home caretakers Candice, Melissa and Levena.
A visitation and service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Leavenworth, Kansas. Visitation will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 8, 2017 with a celebration of Lowell’s life beginning at 3 p.m. Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church and School or Kid’s Connection.
You may share a memory or offer condolences to the family on Lowell's online Tribute Wall.
You may share your thoughts and memories Charlotte's online Guestbook.
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Lowell was born March 22, 1931, in Norman, Oklahoma to Dewey Samuel and Anna Marie Appleby.
He moved to Leavenworth with his family when he was 13 years old. He played football and participated in track before graduating from L.H.S. in 1950.
He married the love of his life, Charlotte M. Thomas (LHS Class of 1952) on August 10, 1952 before deploying to Korea to serve his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. They would have three children before settling into the home they built themselves with the help of family and friends in Kickapoo Township.
Lowell was a union sheet metal worker before going to work for the United States Federal Penitentiary. He retired after 20 years of service. He loved fishing, nature, and caring for his family. No bird went hungry in Kickapoo and no one walked out his door without a warm farewell and instructions to “be careful.”
He is survived by the wife he adored Charlotte; his children, Wade (Brenda) Appleby, Gwen (Richard) Ernzen and Todd (Kevin) Appleby; grandchildren, Christy, Stephanie, Jacob, Anna, Evelyn and Meagan; and nine great-grandchildren.
Lowell's fun-loving spirit will be greatly missed.
The family would like to express our appreciation for the dignity, love, and care provided to Lowell by the medical staff at St. Luke’s Hospital and his home caretakers Candice, Melissa and Levena.
A visitation and service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Leavenworth, Kansas. Visitation will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 8, 2017 with a celebration of Lowell’s life beginning at 3 p.m. Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church and School or Kid’s Connection.
You may share a memory or offer condolences to the family on Lowell's online Tribute Wall.
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