Laurie Rex Applegate, Jr., “Larry”, age 54 and a lifelong resident of Toms River, NJ, died unexpectedly at home on February 7, 2016. He is survived by his father, Laurie R. Applegate, Sr. and siblings: Scott H. Applegate and his wife Marci; Barbara A. Byrne and her husband Neal; his nephew, Paul Applegate and nieces, Ciara, Aimee, and Elenora Byrne. Larry was predeceased by his loving mother, Ann S. Applegate. He was a Toms River High School North graduate, class of 1979 and member of the Presbyterian Church of Toms River. Cremation will be private and a memorial service for family will be at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate any donations in Larry’s name to Preferred Behavioral Health Group, 1500 Route 88, Brick, NJ 08724 or online at www.preferredbehavioral.org