Sandra J Apel

Sandra J. Apel, age 65, of Beaver Dam, died Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg.

There will be a memorial gathering for Sandra at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Monday, November 17, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sandra Jean Klawitter was born on April 18, 1960, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, to Roger and Jeanette (Schoeffel) Klawitter. She graduated from Beaver Dam High School in 1978 and married Ricky T. Apel on February 16, 1980, in Beaver Dam. Throughout her life, Sandra worked in food service at several local businesses, including Walkers, Rechek’s, and the Beaver Dam Community Hospital. She enjoyed relaxing with her favorite TV shows but especially loved cheering on the Packers, Brewers, and watching NASCAR races. Playing cards was one of her favorite pastimes, but her greatest joy came from her family. She treasured family gatherings—whether cookouts or other celebrations—and cherished every moment spent with her granddaughter, Laylah.

Survivors include her three sons, Brian (Cassie) Apel of Beaver Dam, Steve Apel of Menasha, and Kelvin Apel of Beaver Dam; her granddaughter, Laylah; her brother and sister, Scott (Jennifer) Klawitter and Sue (Duane) Brunn, both of Beaver Dam; other relatives and friends. Sandra was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.