Robert Applegate Jr. ’43 *49

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Robert Applegate Jr. ’43 *49 Bob died Oct. 6, 2012, in Fort Worth, Texas.

He came to Princeton from Phillips Academy, where he was on the wrestling and track teams. He continued wrestling at Princeton and was a member of the Westminster Society and Quadrangle Club. Bob majored in classics and roomed with Bill Crawford and Ben Lord. His father was Robert Applegate 1910.

Bob joined the Air Force and was later awarded the Purple Heart, Flying Cross, and Air Medal. Following his service, Bob joined the Christ Truth League, where he served as pastor for 52 years.

The class extends its sympathy to his wife, Charlotte; his children; and grandchildren.

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