Oliver T. Apgar Jr.

"Papa"

Age 68, late of Lockport passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Born in Joliet and was a lifelong Lockport resident. He was employed by Nicor and Unisys where he worked in IT and retired from Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group in 2021 after 20 years of dedicated service. A proud United States Marine Corps Veteran serving during the Vietnam era. He loved western movies, John Wayne, and was an avid reader. Above all else he cherished attending his daughter's sporting events and was always their biggest fan.

Preceded in death by his parents, Oliver Sr. and Jean (Nee Smith) Apgar; two brothers, Bruce and Brian Apgar; and a sister, Pamela Apgar.

Survived by his devoted wife of 38 years, Margie J. Apgar; his four loving daughters, Mary Beth (Jeff) Robertson, Angela (Andrew) Cullen, Kaitlyn Apgar and Kelsey (Sean) Reese; seven adored grandchildren, Jacob and Benjamin Robertson, Anna and Allison Cullen, Zoie, Jackson, and Jacen Jarrett; his siblings, Kathleen Johnson, Douglas (Cathy) Apgar, David Apgar, and Mark Apgar; sister-in-law, Sue Apgar; and numerous cherished family members and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Lightways Hospice or Alzheimer's Association in Oliver's name would be greatly appreciated.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel 1105 E. 9th St. Lockport, IL 60441 from 1:00pm until time of services at 5:00pm. Following services Cremation Rites will be respectfully addressed.