John T. Applegit

John T. Applegit, 86, of Springdale, Ark., passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021. He was born January 20, 1935, in Orange, N.J. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard P. Applegit, mother, Margaret E. Barnes and his beloved wife of 61 years Susan. He is survived by three children, Cathy Nechin and husband Ben of Lancaster, S.C., John A. Applegit and wife, Terraceina of Taylor's, S.C., Belinda Hodges and husband Dale of Springdale, Ark., six grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren. He served during the Korean War in the Navy as a Machinery Repairman on the USS Henley, and USS Willard Keith. He was a member of the Roxbury Township Fire Department and Rescue Squad in Roxbury N.J. He worked as a Tool and Die maker until retirement. During his retirement, he continued serving the community as a School Bus Driver and delivering Meals on Wheels with the Springdale Senior Center. He loved camping, fishing, and spending time with his family. There will be a service held 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, September 29, at Fayetteville National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Springdale Senior Center, 203 Park St., Springdale, Ark., 72764. To place an online tribute, please visit: www.bernafuneralhomes.com