Aplin, Hilda B., 1907-1972

Hilda Bush was born in 1907 in Chernigov, Ukraine, Russia. Her family immigrated to the United States and settled in Bakersfield, California. She completed her elementary school training coursework through the Mennonite Church of America Board of Education in September 1925. Hilda and Charles Aplin married in 1927.

The Aplins were longtime residents of Las Vegas, Nevada and were active in community organizations. Hilda Aplin was involved with the Pythian Sisters, Navy Mothers, American Red Cross, and local Parent Teachers Association chapters. Hilda was a charter member of the Las Vegas Eagles Auxiliary #1213, which formed in 1934. She served as the auxiliary's fourth president, and also served as the first Nevada State Auxiliary president. Hilda dropped most of her activities due to health concerns around 1963, choosing to focus solely on the Eagles. The couple had four children: Charles Milton, William, Thelma, and Nadine.

Hilda Aplin died on December 27, 1972 at age 65.

Sources:

"Rites for Hilda Aplin Slated for Saturday." Las Vegas Review-Journal, December 29, 1972.