David E. Rex passed away June 20, 2021. He was born in Walworth County on May 31, 1939.
He attended Elderwood Grade School and graduated Lake Geneva High School.
On Sept. 9, 1961, he was united in marriage to Kathlyn ‘Kathi’ Brickner at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Lyons.
Following their marriage, his career began at Edmier’s in Cicero, Illinois, as a diesel mechanic for four years before moving back to Burlington, working for Quality Carriers and Lloyd Transportation for more than 30 years. He was a member of Teamsters Local 43.
He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1961-66.
He was an avid short track racing fan, car owner and crew chief and was especially proud to help his son accomplish back-to-back championships at Lake Geneva Raceway.
Along with his son in-law he restored classic cars, he was especially proud of his 1959 Chevrolet El Camino with which he won many awards.
Many great memories were made at their home on Prairie Lake, hosting many gatherings for friends and family. The Fourth of July would bring the gang to Chetek to celebrate. We will all treasure the good times on the water and around the fire.
Survivors include his wife, Kathi; daughter, Kim (David) Blink of Lyons; son, Dave T. (Kathy) Rex of Lyons; grandchildren, Daniel (Michelle) Blink, Emily (Kevin) Conlon, Benjamin (Erin) Blink, Breanna (fiance’ Benjamin Nitsch) Blink, Katrienna (Steve) Kaiser, David T. Jr. (fiancée Laura Held) Rex, and Nicholas Rex; great-grandchildren, Matthew and Elizabeth Conlon, Bryce and Brynn Kaiser, Kinsley Rex, Hallie and Wylie Blink. Also survived by his sister in-law, Judy Brickner.
He was preceded in death by his mother- and father-in-law, Mary and Felix (Pep) Brickner, and his brother-in-law, Tom Brickner.
His family will forever be grateful to Dr. Carroll Martin.
Family services were held.
Memorials can be made to St. Mary Immaculate Conception Parish or the Town of Lyons Fire Department.
Casey Family Options Funerals and Cremations assisted the family.
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