Photo courtesy of Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services - Ada
Ada, Ohio
Apr 3, 1938 – Feb 5, 2023
Carolyn L. Rex, age 84, of LaFayette, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Vancrest of Ada. Our angel on earth is now our angel in heaven.
She was born on April 3, 1938 in Lima, Ohio to the late Robert and Diamond (Shrider) Klingler. On June 8, 1957, Carolyn married Jack M. Rex and he survives in LaFayette.
Family was always first to Carolyn. She loved all children especially her grandchildren, and babysat for many years. She enjoyed gardening, canning, baking, and sewing. Her husband Jack never left her side. Carolyn retired from Allen East Schools, where she worked as a cook in the cafeteria. She attended the Lima Community Church of the Nazarene.
Also surviving are three sons: Mark (Cheryl) Rex of Westminster, Scot (Sandy) Rex of Ada and Roger (Jerry Zimmerman) Rex of LaFayette; two daughters: Sheila (Jim) Cramer of LaFayette and Linda (David) Louth of LaFayette; thirteen grandchildren, and eighteen great grandchildren; a brother, Kenny (Janet) Klingler of Ada; and a sister, Marilyn Schick of Lima.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Leonard Klingler.
Funeral services will begin 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Ada with Pastor Jonathan Burkey officiating. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Ada.
Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Ada and one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to UAW #1219 Retiree Handicap Ramp Crew.
Read MoreBest regards Jack and your family in the passing of Carolyn this past month. You are in our prayers .
Bob and Melanie Bendele
March 05, 2023 | Work
Forever in my memory Carolyn Rex. Such a sweet lady. Her smile would bright up an entire room.
Cheyenne Prater
February 28, 2023
Roger, thinking of you and your family.
Marty Kaplan
February 28, 2023 | Columbus Grove, OH | Friend
Roger, I am thinking of you at this difficult time... Prayers and condolences to you and your family... Will keep you in my prayers.. Love to you and the family!!
Lynne Jackson
February 10, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Phil & Cathy Shafer Family
February 10, 2023 | Friend
Jack. So sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. You have our deepest sympathy.
Carl & Berniece Verhoff
February 08, 2023
Mark, Cheryl and family, Deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mom. I know she was a very special lady and will be missed by many. In our thoughts, Dennis and Cynthia
Dennis and Cynthia Spragg
February 08, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God grace you with peace and comfort.
Jenny (Roeder) Holtsberry
February 08, 2023
Jack and family May you sense God's presence in this time. He is there for you.
Sharon Whetstone - Lima Community Church
February 08, 2023