Edwin L. Apel, 73, of Hinsdale, formerly a 43-year resident of Burr Ridge, died Jan 1, 2021.
Ed was a self-employed commodity trader and a member of The Chicago Mercantile Exchange for 52 years. He enjoyed being a long-time member of Ruth Lake Country Club and board member and treasurer of the Burr Ridge Park District for 10 years. Ed was also a member of the Burr Ridge United Church of Christ.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Susan Apel, nee Staats; his children, Jeff (Renee) Apel and Mark (Sheila) Apel; and his grandchildren, Christian, Audrey and Delilah.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents, John G. and Esther A. Apel; and his brother, John Apel.
Services will be private.
Adolf Funeral Home in Willowbrook handled the arrangements.
