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Weekly UpdatesOne of NDTA's most active and long time members, William G. Applegate, passed away on May 27 at the age of 90. Colonel William "Bill" Applegate's military service began in the spring of 1942 when he enlisted in the US Army. Following Officer Candidate School graduation, he transferred to the Army Transportation Corps. In 1946, Bill joined NDTA when it was known as the Army Transportation Association. COL Applegate's 32 years of service to his country spanned three wars: WWII, Korea, and Vietnam; his military decorations include the Legion of Merit with three Oak Leaf clusters, the Air Medal, and the Bronze Star with two Oak Leaf clusters.
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The Butte, Montana, native settled in San Francisco shortly after retiring from the Army. His work in the transportation industry continued with a second career as a government sales representative for Teresi Trucking, Inc., and his commitment to NDTA remained strong as he served as San Francisco Bay Area chapter president and chairman of the board and California State Vice President. Bill was a two-time NDTA Distinguished Service Award winner, and he received the NDTA President's Special Achievement Award in 1994.
COL Applegate was a "soldier's soldier," respected by his troops and superiors alike, and he was a great "ambassador" for America in his many overseas tours. His resilient yet gentle character harkens to his pioneer-like upbringing in Montana. Bill was an avid outdoor sportsman and had great respect for the environment. He was actively involved in family, church, and community as a Scoutmaster and member of the Knights of Columbus. Bill's family and friends will greatly miss his kindness, generosity, great patience, and special compassion for people.
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