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1982
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2023
Drew Rector Obituary
Drew was born July 24, 1982 in Billings, Montana to James "Bud" Rector and Terri Pratt Rector. He grew up in Denton, Texas, Laurel and Billings, Montana. Drew tried out the Anaconda Job Corp in 1998 but returned back to Laurel High School where he graduated in 2001.
He enlisted in the United States Navy in 2001 and served until 2005. He was on the USS Constellation Aircraft Carrier for 14 months. He received several Medals while serving our country, including Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Navy "E" Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal. He was released with Navy Good Conduct for the period ending Sep. 16, 2005.
After serving in the Navy, Drew moved back to Billings where he met Tammy Brickley in May 2012. They enjoyed many adventures together. Their wonderful son, Drew Rector Jr., was born in 2014. They all moved to Alaska in 2015. Drew loved the Lord and the fellowship of all his friends of Christ. He attended Journey Christian and True North Church and enjoyed his Bible study groups. In 2019, he was a part of a Missions Trip in Kenya, Africa. God really moved on that trip.
Drew loved seeing his family happy and was very involved in Drew Jr.'s sports and other activities. He was a dedicated worker and provided a wonderful life for his son and family.
Drew enjoyed being around his friends, loved the water and was a dog lover. He was preceded in death by his dogs Madison, Rueger and Roxy.
He is survived by his son, Drew Rector Jr. and his mother, Tammy Brickley, Fairbanks; mother, Terri Rector, Billings; uncle, Mark Pratt, Billings; grandmother, Doris Gilligan, Billings; sister(s), Zoie Rector, Billings and Terez Smith, Dallas;
He was preceded in death by his father, James "Bud" Rector, grandparents, Junior and Norma Rector and grandfather, Frank Pratt.
Memorial service, on Dec. 14, 2023 at 3 p.m., at True North Church, 2830 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK.
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James and Aldzak Johnson
December 24, 2023
Wow, I'm shocked to hear Drew has passed on. I was just talking with him a few weeks ago. He was my son's first and second grade basketball coach - two years in a row. We both really enjoyed our time around him and he was such a good mentor to the kids. Sending our love and condolences to his family and little Drew.
Dawn Fitzpatrick
December 19, 2023
Drew was an amazing, caring, funny, and selflessly dedicated parent and person. I am so grateful for the time he gave children in our community. My own children benefited directly from Drew's volunteer coaching at school and in the community. I will never forget how seriously and joyfully he worked with children to help them feel connected and valued. Our Fairbanks community is forever better because of having Drew as a part of it.
Rochelle Larson
December 18, 2023
So very sorry to hear he was a very nice man. We will miss him. Larson´s locksmith
Roland Castillo
December 18, 2023
I didn´t know Drew as well as most of you. There was something special about him. He had a way of making you feel like he had known you for years. He made me feel good inside especially with his connection with the lord and his son. I will miss you Drew have a safe journey my friend
Perry & Barb
December 17, 2023
You will forever be in our hearts. See you in Heaven Brother and good friend.
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