Harold Applas Jr.

Harold Applas, Jr., “Junior” died unexpectedly at his home in Polson. Mr. Applas was a retired maintenance worker. He was born in North Crow Creek on April 11, 1922 to Harry and Emma Whitesitt Applas. He grew up in the Flathead Valley. Harold  was a veteran of World War II, in the European Theatre 56th infantry division and was discharged in January of 1946. Mr. Applas lived in Shelby County, Ind. for years before moving back to Montana. Mr. Applas wished only to have military services at the gravesite. Arrangements will be handled by Grogan Funeral Home. Survivors include a wife of 47 years, Dorothy (Sandefur) Applas. Survived by one sister Alice Krause of Sandpoint, Idaho. One brother preceded him in death, at birth. A daughter Donna (Richard) Purvis of Columbus, Ind. Two grandchildren – Heather Johnson and Shawn (Kyle) Purvis also of Columbus, Ind. Four great-grandchildren: Logan and Dawson Petro, Johnathen Anderson, and Molly Purvis – all of Columbus, Ind. Also surviving are four nephews: Darrell and Dean Shenman, Mike and David Higgin. One niece Betty Buckmaster, who preceded him in death. Graveside services were held Wednesday Oct. 31 in Ronan. Military rights will be served by the local VFW. Messages of condolences can be written on our website at groganfuneralhome.com.