APPLETON, Peter

APPLETON, Peter Desmond "Chicko"
Aged 68
Late of Yeppoon, formerly Emerald
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday the 7th of August 2026
Best friend and Husband
of 44 years to
Kelly nee McKay
Much loved Dad and Dad-in-law to Kate and Slade Mattingley, Tom Appleton,
Clare Appleton and Lachlan Rowe
Pop to Jackson, Mac, Tanner, Brooks, Olivia,
Evelyn, Haddie, and Hayes
Eldest child to Frank and Eileen Appleton (both dec)
Brother to Roberta, Kelvin, Sean, Mary,
Sarah, and Frank

Due to the immense care and kindness shown to Peter and his family during this time, they wish for you to please pay forward the same kindness to others in Peter’s honour

Peter was privately cremated

A celebration of life will be held for Peter on Monday the 17th of August 2026 at The Haven, Emu Park, commencing at 11am

Finlayson & McKenzie

Funeral Directors

(07) 4922...