Joe’s Story

Site created on September 21, 2021

On September 21 2021, Joe suffered a Intraventricular Brain Hemorrhage (IVH).  Joe was making great strides in his recovery but in the early morning hours of October 6th 2021 he suffered a cardiac arrest, as a result of a pulmonary embolism. The doctors were unable to stabilize Joe.

Our beloved Joe passed away peacefully on October 6th 2021 surrounded by Colleen, Kirstie, and Jordan. 

If you wish to make a donation in memory of Joe, please donate to the Rocky Mountain Conservatory.

Donate online using the link below. Please select the "Tribute Gift" option and specify "In memory of Joe Appler". Then allocate your donation to "Wildfire Restoration". Rocky Mountain National Park was Joe's favorite place and was recently devastated by a wildfire.

Link: https://rmconservancy.org/join-or-give/donate/ 

If you wish to send a check, please use the following address:

Rocky Mountain Conservancy
Attn: “Appler” Fund
P.O. Box 3100
Estes Park, CO 80517

Thank you for all the love and support. 

Newest Update

January 1, 2022

Journal entry by Colleen Appler —

Colleen, Kirstie and Jordan honoring "Joe's Day" at one of his favorite places - Rocky Mountain National Park. We couldn't have made it through this year without your love and support. Thank you! So many memories...we know we were blessed to have Joe in our lives. 

Thinking of you and sending best wishes for a happy & healthy NEW YEAR!

Colleen, Kirstie & Jordan

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