William Nathan "Bill" Applewhite Sr.

William N. "Bill" Applewhite, Sr. went to his heavenly home on Sunday, May 20, at his home at 2103 Ellicott Dr., Tallahassee, FL. Billy had fought a long battle with emphysema.

Bill loved spending time with his family and friends, especially golfing with his best friend and son, Nat Applewhite. Since retiring from Publix Super Markets in 1996 after a 38 year distinguished career, he enjoyed traveling and taking time to relax. Everyone who knew him loved him.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mrs. Emma Applewhite English; his father, Arthur Applewhite; and many cherished brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Betty Gail Helms Applewhite; and loving son, Nat; sister-in-law, Pat Tricquet; a devoted nephew, Dr. Joseph Tricquet; a devoted cousin, Dr. Floyd Falany; and loving nieces and nephew.

Funeral services will be held at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home and Memorial Park located at 700 Timberlane Road, Tallahassee, FL 32312 on Thursday, May 24th at 1:00 pm with a reception in the MeadowWood Room following the burial. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday May 23rd at the funeral home.

Arrangements are under the direction of Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home in Tallahassee, Florida.