Gary Alan Appelt, age 72, passed away on May 9, 2024. Beloved husband of Gwyn married for 13 years. Loving father of Ken (Kathy), John (Kerry), Yvonne, Garrett, Dawn (Big Mike), Don “Gene” (Julie), Jody and Michael (Rosie). Dearest brother of Gaye (Neil) and the late Gale Richard. Proud grandfather of 29 and great-grandfather of 22. Gary enjoyed Costco. Some of his hobbies include bowling, pool and cooking. He was in the choir and played handbells. He also played piano. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mark Lutheran Church. The family kindly requests that you honor Gary’s memory by wearing his favorite attire, blue jeans and t-shirt. Visitation will be on Monday, May 13, 2024 from 3pm until 8pm at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, MI. Funeral will be on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in state at 10am until time of Funeral Service at 11am at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 26830 W. Park Street, Roseville, MI. Please share a memory with Gary’s family on his online guestbook.