Rex C. Kenyon Obituary

Forever in our hearts

I love you my brother! I still miss you everyday and I honor you with all my heart

We will never forget you, Chris. We will never forget your sacrifice. We all miss you, Buddy.

So Blessed for the Freedom you gave us by choosing to serve our country! We never will forget your ultimate sacrifice and you are our ultimate hero! The joy and love we have just knowing you, will live on in our hearts Forever ! The Rawlings Family

Rest In Peace Hero. Our Grateful Nation Salutes You... Welcome Home

Rex, unbelievable it's been this long. Doesn't seem real. God Bless and take care.

That was a sweet F-14 Tomcat model you had; amazing paint job. I was blessed to be your friend. You were a star and a hero and humble beyond belief. You touched so many lives in positive ways. You live on in our hearts and died with your boots on...The Legend will never die!

Some people touch our lives for a lifetime, but you Chris penetrated our hearts! You are missed and never forgotten!❤

Def Leppard, 280 Z’s and Space Shuttles. You always knew how to have fun!!! Miss you, buddy.

Chris, I miss you brother. We would be turning 50 this year together and I'd be telling you all about my new grandson. I dream of driving in that MG up and down that coast when we were younger. Rest In Peace, you really are my lifetime hero!!!

Rest in Peace Hero, our Grateful Nation Salutes You.... Welcome Home

15 years. Seemingly in the blink of an eye. I still Think about you all the time, buddy. Especially when I’m at work flying over the city. You would’ve loved it. The beach runs are the best. We could’ve buzzed El Porto and the High school together. You’re there in my heart, Chris.

Thinking of you every day buddy! I was just remembering how good you were at talking and the natural charisma you possessed. Your eclectic musical tastes, your love for Top Gun and Die Hard. And all of the cars you drove. The Mercedes, the blue Z and the MG that required an hour of work for an hour of drive time. Good times!

Chris, I am friends with Rob Golden who continues to tell your story and how great a friend you were. Prayers for you and your family. Rest In Peace hero!

Thinking of you, Chris. And the entire Kenyon family. Miss you buddy.

Remembering your sacrifice today and saying prayers for comfort to your family. Love, Cousin Bonnie

Happy birthday bro! I was recently remembering all the great beach runs during cross country! Grand avenue hill club :D

Rest in Peace Hero our Grateful Nation Salutes You ... Welcome Home

Today would have been your 48th birthday. I think about you often & miss you. Thanks for your service & your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Hardly a day goes by without thinking of you and your willingness to serve our country. Eating chocolate chip cookies...always puts a big smile on our faces, Great memories ! We love and miss you always! Rawlings & House families

Rest in Peace Hero our Grateful Nation Salutes You ... Welcome Home

The other day I saw a pair of Apaches fly over my school. This was a strange and rare occurrence in my neck of the woods. I felt extreme pride that I got know you and remembered all the fun times we had ESHS. I loved the stories of your "adventures" at Cal Poly SLO, and your old stereo system kept my college dorms pumping with all of that great music from back in the day! My son has a great personality like you, and I hold you up as an example of how he should live his life. You excelled in all that you undertook and yet you were humble and nice to everyone. Rare commodities that I hope to ingrain in him. Party on bro! and save me a seat in the Z

So many of you knew Chris better than I did. As his older cousin, I loved when he and Rob would come to Illinois to visit family. Chris, thank you for your service and your sacrifice.

Forever greatful, forever thankful and forever in our hearts.
Rawlings family

Rest in Peace Hero our Grateful Nation Salutes You ... Welcome Home

You are never far from my thoughts and I often remember the fun times we had in high school. I'm still laughing about how you charmed the pants off my girlfriend's mother who hated me! Party on dude!

Always in our hearts. Amazing how quickly a decade has passed.

I still think about and miss you everyday buddy!

It's 10 years since you left. I think of you often. God Bless you and your family.

Rest in Peace Hero, our Grateful Nation Salutes You.... Welcome Home

Remembering your service, you will always be in your hearts?

Miss you brother!

A true American Hero. You are in the hearts of every American today.

May you never be forgotten, my dear, sweet friend.

Rex....

I miss you, son.

Remembering and Honoring Chris for his service and ultimate sacrifice. Our love and prayers for your family!
Chuck, Mary Rawlings and family

I think about you always Rex and miss our friendship! I will always wear a bracelet with your name in remembrance of you. To your daughter, Heather, I was a friend to your mom and dad for over 10 years and was with him in Iraq—he always talked about you and loved you dearly. Please know that! You can contact me anytime you want to talk about Rex! God bless~ Derek

I miss you dad. I will never forget you. You'll always be rememberd by everyone. I don't really know what to say else. Love, you're doughter, Heather.

In honor of your sacrifice ol buddy! We will never forget you.

We will never forget you. We will always honor you. Semper Fi

I served with Rex In Germany in the early 90's at Katterbach. He was in my line company B Co 2-1. I remember when he was first assigned to our company. High School to flight School. He wasn't even old enough to drink. He was a great guy and had an awesome personality. It was of my highest honor to serve with him. Chris Lamp Ret SFC U.S. Army

My son, whose middle name was chosen to honor not only your memory but also the qualities, character and personality you demonstrated to me in my early years, loves to ask me about you. He is constantl honored and proud to hear what his name represents and asks about it often. I feel that part of your spirit resides in him as he is honest, outgoingly friendly, athletic and charismatic. Thanks to your continued influence long after the last time I saw you, I am raising a quality human being. Your legacy resonates in my life constantly through the upbringing of my son and as he grows older his understanding will deepen, forging a strong, moral, upright man. Your life has become the light that my son follows and lives up to daily. You will most certainly never be forgotten or just a memory. Thank you so much for the tremendous influence and joy you brought and continue to bring in to my life and into the life of future generations.

To the family and friends of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Rex C. Kenyon:
It has truly been my honor to sign Rex's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Rex will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

Not a day goes by that i dont think about and miss you buddy,im flying my flag proud and honoring you today!

Mom and I miss you son. Rest in peace. Your brother is naming his first son in your honor. Love, Dad

I really loved your person in High School. You were part of good group of friends and will be missed. My heart hurts knowing you aren't here xxx Beautiful man xxx

So sorry for your family's loss. A true hero.

Always close in our hearts. We miss Chris terribly, but we honor his memory by living life, loving deeply, and laughing often.... Semper Fi my dear friend..

January 16, 2012
To the family and friends of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Rex C. Kenyon:
Always remembering Rex. "Some gave all."

The blue Z. Panama. Three people in a two seater. Tearin around town like wildmen. And btw u win the bet. Next time I see u, u got $20 coming your way!

Remembering you and your family over the holidays.

Rex, I still think of you all the time, you are gone but not forgotten my friend.

I can enjoy my Memorial Day weekend with my family and people close to me. I can do this because of the efforts of brave, and selfless soldiers like Chris. His memory is never far from my heart. My thoughts are with the Kenyon family this weekend and always.

Yes, Justice has been done. Still thinking of you today and always. I know you are smiling.

Rex there is great news, "Justice has been done, Osama bin Laden has been killed!" Pres. Obama May 1, 2011. Take care brother.

I went to flight school with Rex and always remember what a great guy he was. His unit relieved mine in Iraq, that was the last time I saw him. I often find myself thinking of him and other fallen heroes and of the contribution he made to his country. I will always remember him.

Five years is a difficult anniversary. I miss Chris and often reflect on the good times we shared.

To the family and friends of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Rex C. Kenyon:
Please accept my remembrance of Rex on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Been thinking about Chris a lot lately. I miss him. Kenyon family, please know that we think of you all too... We all love and still carry Chris with us everyday.

This morning as we raised our flag, I told my son about Chris, and what a great guy he was, and how he died serving his country. I am thankful I knew him as a friend, and grateful for his service.

Let us never forget our heroes.

Remembering the sacrifice Rex made daily, but more heart felt on this anniversary.

-Alison Celis
Former 1-4 AVN Flight Surgeon

While Chris is never far from my thoughts, today especially, I'll take time to reflect on what a giant of a man he was, and how much he's touched all of our lives.

I won't forget our hero.

To the family and friends of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Rex C. Kenyon:
Remembering Rex on the aniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

You are still constantly in my thoughts and inspiring me in many ways. Carrying on your good works has become a mission for me. The name of my son is in honor of you. We will meet again so keep the engine running and rock on.

May your Family find peace.
My children and I pray for our soldiers daily.
We owe them our freedom and our deepest respect and gratitude.

So very sorry for your loss. God bless your family an know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

God Bless all of those who have fought for our country. We all need to thank each of them for the sacrifices that they have made to keep this country free.

Rex,

Thinking of you and wishing your family the best.

"Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
You are the truest of heroes. You shall never be forgotten.

chris was one of mine and david wright's very good friends. we were bro's for a good chunk of high school. track, cross country, chasing skirts, and raising hell =) i still think of him always and the memories bring a smile to my face. we'll see each other one day and i'll be like "dude!" and he'll be like "dude!" and we'll jump in to the blue Z and crank the van halen and peel off into the night to raise some more hell! i can't wait =D he was the best of all of us. kindest funniest most loyal hardest worker. the best of all of us

Chris,
Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice so I can do and say what I want.

I had no idea Chris had lost his life serving our Country until Rob Golden mentioned it on Facebook. I was also in the same class as Chris at ESHS. I am honored to have known Chris and my prayers go out to his family for continued comfort. What an amazing man you raised.

Chris,

I miss you on this Memorial Day. You are never far from my thoughts. Shuttle is landing at Edwards today, you would've loved that!

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I met Rex while I was stationed in Korea from another friend who was at the time in the same unit with Rex. Rex was this super fun, smart and friendly guy with this killer smile. The conversation with him was always interesting and invigorating. He's always able to put things in a different perspective. Thank you so much for being part of my life. You made my time in Korea that much more fun. Though I am not the mountaineer that I wanted to be like what I told you but close enough, right now I am doing something that I love and living my dream. Your words and your friendship will always be remembered. Rest in Peace Brother.

Li

I have nothing but good memories of Chris. He was always kind and generous in everything that he did. During one of the summers of our high school years, I remember him trying to teach me to play tennis. He was so patient and I just kept wondering why he thought I would be able play.
What an honor I had to know such a wonderful young man.

Rex, as it was once said, you are part of every one you have ever met! You live on with all of us you have touched, love you brother,
Carlito

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Rex, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !

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The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
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Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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Remembering you today. I will never forget your and your family's sacrifice.
I will never forget.
God's blessings to you and your family.

-Former Flight Surgeon 1-4 AVN

On this date the members of the American Legion Big Bear Lake remember that you "Gave All" for your Country. You will always be an Great American Hero.

Don Brown, Post Commander

It's been three years since we lost our friend, classmate, brother, son, husband, and hero. I want Chris' family to know that he will forever live in our hearts. We won't EVER forget him. I think about him everyday, and I take his positive attitude with me every time I put on my uniform and badge and patrol the streets of L.A. I serve in honor of him.

Today marks the 3rd anniversary of the loss of a true American Hero. We will always remember Chris fondly and how proud we are for his service and ultimate sacrifice he made to defend our country. Chris lived his dream and had the "Can Do" attitude his whole life. Thanks Chris!

To the family of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Rex C. Kenyon:
Rex gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Best freind that anyone could have..will be dearly missed

Chris, a hero to the end!

I too ran with Chris in at El Segundo High School. I remember him as one of the funnier and more cheerful members of the team. His enthusiasm was contagious. I am grateful to him for his dedication to the team, to the members of the Cross Country squad, and to our country. The picture that is displayed brings back all of those memories. Thank you, Chris, and to his family. My memories of him will always be good ones.

Just yesterday I saw a photo of the Memorial Park in ES where the plaque marking Chris' sacrifice is posted. It has been on my mind ever since I saw it.
I ran with Chris in High School and like so many of us on the team, I was grateful for anybody who was willing to join the team and run. Turned out that Chris was a pretty gifted runner, but even more, he was gifted in cheering us up with that smile.
I know it has been mentioned many times (as I have read through some of the other posts) but the comfort he brought to many of us really was no small thing.
I owe his parents a debt of gratitude because people like Chris are often a product of a fine family. Chris had a high standard and when we were around him we gladly stepped up to it. He was always about doing good and having a positive influence. He always cheered for all the runners (no matter what team they were on).
I am thankful that I had the honor of knowing him and I am honored that he was willing to sacrifice for the freedom of ALL people. He is not forgotten.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Remembering you on Veteran's Day and always.....

You were a good friend and an awesome runner in high school. I remember tagging along, or rather driving you, to the Civil Air Patrol meeting in El Segundo. Little did I realize what you had in mind. You will sorely be missed. My heart sank the day I heard of your passing. I thank you for your sacrifice in keeping the freedoms I hold dear, still my freedoms. You, as well as all those who have been part of the military, will always be my heroes.

El Segundo High School Class of 1989

I remember those days in cross country when Coach Crystal would have us doing hill repeats behind the high school. We were so exhausted towards the end of those workouts that we would almost have to crawl up those hills. But the smile was never far from Chris' face. He was always so upbeat and positive. We shared so many laughs together. I'll never forget him.

Out of coincidence I was driving down Main Street in El Segundo one rainy day, and saw the markee in front of the school reading something about Rex Kenyon, and a ceremony at a nearby park. I drove over there, and realized that I had missed the dedication in his honor.

I had no idea that he had been killed, and it came as a complete blow to me to find out. As I stood there alone, with a pit in my stomach, I remembered the times we shared. Like the time we all went out to Edwards AFB and watched the Space Shuttle land. What a great time we had! On the way home, Chirs cranked up some Def Lepard and we all sang along to "Love Bites".

I couldn't hold back the tears, and I sat on the bench they have there at the park and thought about Chris and what a genuienly kind, caring and fun person he was.

We lost touch after high school, but he was never far from my thoughts. I cherish the memories of good friends like him from high school.

Chris is a hero to me. He answered his calling. He loved to do what he did, and he served with pride.

My heart goes out to the Kenyon family. Your loss is more than I can ever imagine, and I'm so very sorry.

But please know that you are not alone. Myself, and many others like me loved Chris so much. He touched my life in a special way. I mourn his loss with you. I miss him, and I think of him and you often.

God's speed Chris, I'll never forget you.

-Rob Golden, El Segundo HS Class of 1989

I was stationed with Rex in Germany and flew with him as a crew when he was a yound WO1. Rex was unique and a quality officer.
I heard of his death in June of 2006 and it effected me very much. We aviators loose friends over the years, but Rex was more than a friend, he was my crew member for about 6 months and we flew gunnery together. He was a buddy who I will always remember with that can do attitude and smile that would brighten any day.
I still tear up thinking of Rex, this loss will always be with me, he and his family will always be in my heart and prayers.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Chief Warrant Officer 3 Kenyon!

CWO3 Rex C. Kenyon AMERICAN HERO:

I met your Father a few days ago. I see were you got your looks. I also seen the terrible loss for your family in your fathers eyes. He had so much pride and sorrow for the loss of his son. I could never imagine what it would be like to lose a son. I know the good Lord will help you Parents get through this terrible loss.


The American Legion Post 584, Big Bear Lake, Ca., will see to it that you will always be rembember in the Big Bear Valley.

Our Post has a motto on our wall that reads:"It is not the price you paid for your dues to belong. It is the price you paid to be eligible"

You are a true American Hero and all our members give thanks to Hero's like your self who gave all.

This Memorial Day it will be our pleasure to place your name on Big Bear Lake's Memorial Wall. This wall contains the names of warriors like yourself that gave all.

Your Picture and a picture of Your Chopper will be on the wall of our Post forever.

Thank you Warrior for all you did for us. I thank God and your Parents for giving this Country Men like you!

Donald E. Brown
Commander
American Legion Post 584

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)