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Thomas “Tom” Appel

August 3, 1944 - February 14, 2025
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Sunday 3/9, 11:00 am - 1:45 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Sunday 3/9, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Pinelawn Memorial Park
10700 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Monday 3/10, 10:00 am

Appel, Thomas Philip “Tom” “Pops”

Died unexpectedly Friday, February 14th, 2025, at the age of 80 with his daughters by his side. Preceded in death by Sharon Appel, his loving wife of 35 Years. Loving father of Sara and Rachael. Uncle Duncle to Ashley Speier. Tom held a special place in his heart for his loving cousins Robert Otto, Ronald Witt and Debbie Witt Johnston. Also loved by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews and many, many friends.

Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Tom was the only child of Philip and Eleanor Appel. A graduate of Washington High School, Tom went on to earn his associate degree in accounting. He met his wife Sharon at a singles dance, and they were married in 1972. Tom had a lengthy career in accounts payable, including time working for Manpower, Bielinski Builders, and Extendicare. But his most entertaining job by far was his time spent as an usher at County Stadium and eventually Miller Park. Tom spent 27 summers cheering on his beloved Brewers from the stands and helping fans locate their seats. He met many wonderful people and enjoyed talking to each one of them.

Tom was a fan of all Wisconsin sports and never missed a Packer game. He spent many a Sunday rooting for the green and gold with friends and family. He enjoyed bowling, fishing up north, and trying his luck at the casino. Tom was a daily reader of the newspaper and was often seen with his head in a James Patterson book. Tom was known and loved for his bad dad jokes, his pronunciation of the word sophomore, and his interesting fashion sense.

“Pops, you will always be loved, remembered, and missed. So, for how he liked to end every conversation throughout the baseball season, GO Brewers!”

Visitation at Krause Funeral Home on Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Memorial Service to follow at 2:00 PM. Burial to be held at Pinelawn Memorial Park on Monday, March 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM.

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Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
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Sunday 3/9, 11:00 am - 1:45 pm
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9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
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Sunday 3/9, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Pinelawn Memorial Park
10700 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
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Monday 3/10, 10:00 am
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Appel, Thomas Philip “Tom” “Pops” Died unexpectedly Friday, February 14th, 2025, at the age of 80 with his daughters by his side. Preceded in death by Sharon Appel, his loving wife of 35 Years. Loving father of Sara and Rachael. Uncle Duncle to Ashley Speier. Tom held a special place in his heart for hisContinue Reading

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Richard Murray left a message on March 9, 2025:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss of Tom Appel. He was a welcome fixture in my life for many years, with a quick smile, joke and laugh. He will be sorely missed.
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Anonymous left a message on March 7, 2025:
May you find peace in your memories of your father! We are thinking of you in this difficult time.
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Arlene Gerstein Rubin left a message on March 2, 2025:
I noticed the obituary in the paper. I'm so sorry for your loss. I only knew 'Tommy' as a young 'kid'. When we were in grade school (Sherman School), he would pick me up at my back door, and we would walk to school together. This was probably around 1-3rd grade. We did go to Washington High School together, but as we aged, we were just acquaintances that said Hi to each other. However, I did see him at a couple of our high school reunions. Even as a youth, he was an exceptionally kind, caring person. I know he will be greatly missed.
Clarus Partners left a message on February 27, 2025:
Rachael, We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
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Kathy Wagner left a message on February 27, 2025:
Every time we went to a Brewer game we stopped to see if Tommy was ushering in his section. It was such a treat to talk with him. He always asked about Jake and Amanda but of course he already knew the lastest because he talked to my brother Bob often. I loved hearing stories of his spring training adventures with Rachel and his fishing stories from up north. Tommy was so kind and mild mannered. He gave great hugs (an inherented Otto characteristic). Love you Tommy, will miss you, give Bob one of those huge hugs for me.
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Jeremy, Ann, Zach, and Natalie Bausch left a message on February 25, 2025:
To Sara and family, we are so sorry about the passing of your beloved dad. He sounded like a really wonderful man. We are holding you close in our thoughts and prayers.
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