Born July 7, 1939 in Flushing New York, he came to the area 23 years ago from Islip Terrace, New York. He was a school custodian, member of the Knights of Columbus, and a parishioner of St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Spring Hill, Florida.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anne Teresa Apel. He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law: Robert Jr. & Heather Apel of Hudson, Florida and Gabriel Apel of Safety Harbor, Florida.
A Visitation for family and friends will be held from 9:30-10:30am, Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at Merritt Funeral Home, Spring Hill Chapel. A Funeral Mass will follow and will be celebrated at 11:00am at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church.
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