Obituary for Howard G. Apt
Howard G. Apt, 71, of South Windham, CT, passed away June 22, 2014 at his home. A lifelong resident of Windham, he was born March 16, 1943 to Harold and Sophie (Kaminski) Apt. He graduated from Windham High School in 1962. Howard enlisted in the U. S. Coast Guard after graduation and served at the Laran Communication Facility on Marcus Island East of Japan and operating cutters off Long Island, NY. He worked at the University of CT Print Shop for over 20 years before retiring. He was a lifelong member of and was proud to have served the South Windham Volunteer Fire Dept. He enjoyed boating and fishing around Mystic, CT. from the various fishing boats he owned. He liked using his John Deere tractor to maintain his property and help others in the area. He is survived by his brother Robert of South Windham; nieces Jennifer and Rhonda and nephew Richard. He also leaves great nieces Jessica and Lindsay and a great nephew Jonathan. The family is grateful for the medical care he received from the doctors and nurses at Windham Hospital over the years, also to the VNA East and Community Companions and Homemakers Group for assistance at his home. Appreciation is also given to his neighbor Barry Dubina for his overall help, care and companionship to Howard while always checking on him for his safety. Visitation will be Friday, 6/27/14, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Bacon Funeral Home, 71 Prospect St. Willimantic followed by a procession to Windham Center Cemetery for his burial. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Parkinson’s Association of America or the South Windham Volunteer Fire Dept.
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