Eugene George Appel Jr.

It is with great sadness, Chief Master Sergeant Eugene “Gene” G. Appel Jr., 80, of Quakertown, PA, passed away on November 8th, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Gene was the son of the late Eugene Appel Sr. and the late Emma (Ruth) Appel. Gene was predeceased by his sister, Lorraine Minissa. 

Gene attended Neshaminy High School. After high school, he served four years in the Navy from 1960-1964 as a Plane Captain. Followed by Civil Service and 30 years in the Air Force Reserves ending as a Master Sergeant and a flight engineer. 

Gene will be dearly missed by his wife, Judy, together they shared 60 years of marriage and raised their four children, Brent Appel, Cindy Appel, Dorene Appel Chapman, and Amy Appel; 8 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. 

All are invited to visit with Gene’s family on Tuesday, November 14th, 2023, from 11:00AM ~ 1:00PM, with a memorial service to follow, located at Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd. 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA, 18951.