John Philip Apple, 80 of Raleigh passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 6th 2011. He was born on June 9th, 1930 in Oaklandon, Indiana and was the son of the late John Howard Apple and Geneva Apple. After graduating from Indiana University, he served in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Korea. A Career in Sales, Marketing and Management followed with Wallace Computer Services of Chicago, Illinois. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Julie Beeler Apple, daughters; Tracy Apple, Denise Pallister and husband David and granddaughter Hailey; brothers: Dean Apple and wife Suzanne, Dennis Apple and wife Neoka. He is also survived by other loving family members and dear friends. The family will receive visitors at Renaissance Funeral Home, 7615 Six Forks Road, Raleigh NC on April 16th at 2 pm for a gathering and military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Autism Services, Inc. 1310-H Corporation Parkway, Raleigh, NC 27610.