William Robert (Buddy) Apple Jr. | Eastern NC Now

William Robert (Buddy) Apple, Jr. age 82, was born on October 7th, 1939, in Washington, NC.

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    William Robert (Buddy) Apple, Jr. age 82, was born on October 7th, 1939, in Washington, NC. He was the son of the late William R. Apple, Sr., and the late Leona Norman Apple of Washington.

    Buddy was married to Beatrice Barker Apple of Bayboro (the love of his life) on August 9, 1958.

    Surviving along with wife are a Son: Randy Apple and wife Cindy, daughter Pamela A Smith, and a son Tony Apple all of Washington, and Greg Apple of Columbia, SC; five Grandchildren: Rob and wife Tori Apple of Greensboro, Eric and Lauren Apple of Greenville, Brittany Apple of Fuquay Varina, and Reid and Sarah Paige Apple of Washington four Great Grandchildren: Zachary and Henry Apple of Greensboro, and Lincoln and Khloe Apple of Greenville; a Sister: Rosa Lee Jones of Washington; a Brother-In-Law: Candler Barker and wife Evelyn of Chocowinity, who he thought the world of; three Sister-In-Laws: Margie Peaden of Washington, Lillie Mae Pegram of Bayboro, and Ethel Warner of Chesapeake, VA. Buddy was preceded in death, along with his parents by a brother: Larry G. Apple; and a brother-in-law: Jamie Jones. He was very fond of all his living and deceased family.

    He was very well known for hanging wallpaper and painting for his company. He took great pride in all his work. He loved golfing, sports, and spending time with his family who he loved very much. He will be missed dearly.

    He served as President of John Small School PTA and President of The Washington Pam Pack Band Boosters.

    Visitation will be Friday, April 15, 2022, at 1:00 pm, at Paul Funeral Home of Washington. Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 pm. There will be a private Graveside Service for the immediate family. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Reid Apple, Sarah Paige Apple, Eric Apple, Rob Apple and Brittany Apple, and special nephew Jamie "Pete" Jones.

    Online condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.paulfuneralhome.com

    Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Apple family.
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