James passed away October 10, 2024 after a long battle with dementia. Jim graduated from Paoli High School, then, went to work at Paoli Chair Company. He started out webbing chairs at Paoli Chair Company, then worked as a maintenance facility supervisor for 36 years. He enjoyed working there to keep the old place from falling down. Jim had a fond love of animals. He enjoyed living on his farm raising cattle and harvesting crops. Also, he enjoyed rabbit hunting with his prized beagles, morel hunting, attending gun shows, county fairs, and fall festivals that included antique farm equipment. He seemed happiest in the seat of a tractor.
Family: longtime companion Betty Patton, son Stacy Apple (Sonja), grandchildren: Jesse Moore, Victoria Johnson, Seth Apple. Great-grandchildren: Xavier Moore and Gracie Moore.
Preceded in death by: Father: Hubert Apple and Mother: Marie Apple Siblings: Benny Apple, Ronnie Apple, Marilyn Dixon Brown
Son: Scott Apple (Debbie)
Daughter: Amy Jo Apple Stevens
At Jim’s request, there will be no services. Cremation is planned. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Jim's memory to: Orange County Humane Society P.O. Box 61, Paoli, IN 47454. For condolences visit mcadamsmortuary.com
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