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Rex Zachary Obituary

Rex Arlen Zachary BOERNE-Rex Arlen Zachary, 88, of Boerne, Texas, passed away on Sept. 24, 2016. Born in Lubbock, Texas, to Bessie Gross and Frank Allen Zachary, Rex was a high school thespian and cheerleader, graduate of Texas Tech University, member of the Texas Tech Wranglers, Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War, and post retirement was a pilot for Petroleum Helicopters International. He was a member of the VFW, volunteer for the Boerne Chamber of Commerce and was active in the Republican Party. Rex leaves behind his beloved bride of 64 years, Jeanne; brother, Max; children, Gilbert Wayne, SuAnne, and Dana; and grandchildren, Jerad, Meagan, and MargaretLauren. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Vic and Worth. Loved and respected by those who knew him, Rex is now spreading his Silver Wings in the skies. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Vaughan's Funeral Home of Boerne, and services will be held at Ft. Sam Houston in San Antonio on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VFW Post 688, P.O. Box 688, Boerne, TX 78006.

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Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal on Oct. 7, 2016.

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Jerry McClellan

January 20, 2017

Zac was a great guy. I worked with Zac in Rockport Texas for a long time and we had so many laughs and good times. My condolences to the family.

Andrew Camplen

October 12, 2016

Thank you Zach, for your service, your friendship, and your Comradeship. VFW Post 688 is a better post because of you. We will miss you and we will always remember you! Andrew Camplen, Commander, VFW Post 688.

Laura Leighner

October 11, 2016

Visiting with Mr and Mrs Zachary made Mondays special. Both gentle, kind, devoted souls. I am so sorry for your loss. Mr Zachary's optimism and joy for life is a lesson I cherish.

Karen Wetzel

October 10, 2016

Dear Dana and Family,

Your precious father will always have a special place in my heart and memory book. He always called me on my birthday; and was a great patriot and Republican! My prayers are with you and your family.

Godfrey Brooke

October 7, 2016

Godspeed good friend! Our friendship has endured from the early 40s and I have enjoyed every day of same.

Don Godfrey Brooke
Colonel, USAF(Ret)

Thomas Hooper

October 7, 2016

God Bless and keep you and your family.

Tom Hooper

October 6, 2016

I didn't have the honor of knowing Zach but I do share his love of rotary winged flight. The attached is offered very respectfully and with a touch of helicopter humor as insight into the kind of man helicopter pilots become. With sympathy for your loss. Tom Green

Jan & Tom Bouldin

October 6, 2016

Our Uncle Rex was a proud, but humble member of the Greatest Generation! Although we didn't get to see each other near enough, his personality was huge! He was always happy to see us & always felt a loving energy for JB, his kids, his brothers & family! Although we will miss him, we've all gained a guardian angel on the other side. We're sad now, but hope we can focus on our loving memories & that he lived a full life & a life to its fullest! RIP!

JD and Bairbre Bible

October 6, 2016

The world has lost another great soul and he will be greatly missed. God has called another angel to heaven and is holding his family closed to his heart. My husband flew with Zac for many years.... Great memories.

Fred Ordway

October 5, 2016

Zac was a great friend. We served and flew together. He taught me a lot.

Dodie Maner

October 5, 2016

Zach led by example. He loved his family, friends and his country. Most of all, he was the type of Christian that walked the walk. He was kind and giving. Zach treated me like I was one of his and it meant more to me than words can express. I will miss him but I know he is in a beautiful place now. To JB and Dana, I love you and my prayers are constant for you at this time.

September 26, 2016

Zac was one of my favorite people from the first day I met him. I will miss him greatly.
Chuck Allen

September 26, 2016

Zac was a great friend and a good man! He will be greatly missed. Deepest sympathy to J.B. and the rest of the family. May he rest in peace.
Roger and Norma Duncan

grant meadows

September 26, 2016

Condolences from VFW Post 688

September 26, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about Zachary. He was a great guy. I always enjoyed visiting with him and Gaylan thought a lot of him

God bless as you travel the road ahead

Cherry Schroeder

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