Bronie Apshaga, 95

Jul 20, 2012

Bronie J.P. Apshaga, M.D., 95, of Mattapoisett died July 20, at St. Luke's Hospital.

He was the husband of the late Sophie B. (Kastick) Apshaga. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Peter P. and Rozalija (Matuliauskas) Apshaga.

Dr. Apshaga lived in Mattapoisett from 1959 to 1972 and later lived in various locations along the eastern seaboard.

Dr. Apshaga had a long medical career practicing as a general practitioner, psychiatrist and anesthesiologist. He enjoyed fishing and boating. Dr. Apshaga served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II.

Survivors include his son, Bronie J. Apshaga, Jr. and his wife Michele A., of Mattapoisett; a daughter, Judith A. Apshaga of Acushnet; a brother, Albert Apshaga, M.D. of Burrillville, RI; 2 grandchildren, Kelly A. Apshaga-Meaux and Meghan E. Apshaga; and a great-granddaughter, Fiona M. Apshaga-Meaux.

His Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, July 24 at 11:30 a.m. in the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery, 301 County Trail, Exeter, RI 02822. Visiting hours are omitted. Arrangements are with the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home For Funerals, 50 County Rd. (Rt. 6) Mattapoisett. For on-line guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.