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for Rexie Jernigan
Yesenia Trevino
August 25, 2008
Dear Karen,Amber, and Preston,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
My Family has know Rex for years. When I meet Rex I thought he was the most wonderful man with the biggest heart there could be. He had a lot to give he was like an angel that came to help me and watch over me. I know he was an angel for lots of peaple. I will miss him calling and saying "hey I have a new business that I am trying out and thought of you to come work with me". He always said "hey I am alway watching out for you girl." I will never forget the goodness he has brought to my life and he will always be an angel that I will never forget.
Gena Hipps (Chilton)
August 21, 2008
To the family:
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May all your memories bring smiles through the tears. God Bless.
August 15, 2008
Karen,Amber,andPreston, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. There is no words that will ever make since. Just know Rex was an angel on earth so he is an angel gone to god to finish his eternity peacefully. Just know he is watching over all of you together. He will let you know he is there,you will smell, hear, and feel his arms around you all. Telling all the angels in heaven how proud he is of all you. My prayers and condolences are for you. Love You ,Friends For Ever.
Bridgett Miller
August 14, 2008
Jernigan Family,
I worked with Rex for 2 years, and always thought the world of him. He was such a trustworthy, kind, thoughtful, fun guy. Every time I would see him, he would greet me "hi friend". I will miss that. He also had the best smile. One of those comforting smiles that somehow always made you feel that everything was ok. I am so sorry for your loss, I know a time like this is completely devistating. (my father passed in 06 unexpectedly) You are all in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Find comfort in the lord, and know that he is with him. Always keep your eyes wide and you will find him close to you.
Jim and Kay Graham
August 14, 2008
Karen, Preston and Amber, I met Rex back in 1966 when his good friend and my husband Jim ran around together. I always liked Rex and he was such a neat guy to be around. He was with Jim and I alot as we dated and was such a 'little' gentleman at the time. I know Jim and Rex didn't really keep in touch but Jim talked about him all the time. He meant a lot to Jim. If there is anything we can do, don't hesitate to call. I know Jim would be honored!
Allow God to help in the healing process...Rex would want that!
LaKesha Carter
August 13, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
virginia Bodeneheimer
August 13, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and my heart. I miss you all. Virginia
Tom Tonkel
August 13, 2008
If you are lucky once in a life time you meet someone like Rex. I had that honor and privilege to meet Rex in the business setting at Robert Half. Meeting Rex for the first time was like meeting an old friend. Rex was a man with integrity, creditability, honor and respect. He was one of the chosen ones.
In thinking of Rex’s passing I offer you the following:
What is Success?
To laugh often and much,
To win the respect of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends,
To appreciate beauty
To find the best in others,
To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition.
To know that even one life has breathed easier because you lived:
This is to succeed.
My life breathed easier because of Rex and in all terms REX SUCEEDED.
God Bless
Deb Downing
August 13, 2008
Joy, Mary, Sewell, We have known each other for so many years... I remember going to Rex's house to visit... I am so sorry for your loss... Know that I am here for you just like I have been for the past 30 years... You are all in my prayers
Rocio Suarez
August 13, 2008
Amber
Remember that memories keep those we love close to us forever.
I hope, God give you peace and strenght in this difficult time.
Ed & Marge Ehler
August 13, 2008
Jernigan Family,
Our sincere sympathy to all of you on the passing of Rex. Ed worked with him at Kelley's and thought Rex was a wonderful young man. We had Rex, Karen and Amber spend a week's vacation at our mobile home at Coldwater Lake, Mi. many years ago. Amber, then around 2, called Ed, "Edgy" which we never forgot. May God keep His Loving Arms around all of you during this difficult time.
Ed & Marge Ehler
August 13, 2008
Jernigan Family,
Our sincere sympathy to the family. Ed used to work with Rex in the car business. Rex, Karen and Amber stayed at our mobile home at Coldwater Lake for a week many years ago. Amber called Ed "Edgy" We will never forget that!! We lost track of your family thoughout the years, but please know that we always thought highly of Rex. May God Bless and keep you all in His Loving Care.
Randall McFarland
August 13, 2008
Sewell, Mary, Pam. and Joy.
Although the years have passed, and our family moved away, I always think of each of you, as part of my family. Rex is one of a kind, and I am sure GOD is enjoying having him back home, as much as We all miss Him. I have only great memories of REX JERNIGAN !!!!!!!!
PH.541-281-0963
Starr Letner (McFarland)
August 12, 2008
Dear Sewell, Mary, Pam, Joy & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Rex! I remember back of the good 'ole' days of when we all grew up together in the Ft. Wayne church. My thoughts & prayers will be with you.
Love,
Chuck Johnson
August 12, 2008
Jernigans & Family
It saddens me to know that I never got the chance to actually tell Rex how much he has meant to my life and my family. He was a true inspiration to all who knew him & loved him. My sister Danielle & I felt at times that Rex was the father figure that we much needed in our lives and we will truly miss that sensational Rexie wisdom & charm. To his family I am so sorry to hear of your loss! In a time when heroes are few and far between, Rex always stood out as one of the good guys and I will never forget him for his compassion & friendship. God Bless to Karen & the Kids for this is truly a case of Gone Too Soon! He will certainly be missed by all!
Bronson Engquist
August 12, 2008
Preston,
Hey there Preston!!!! It has been tough the last couple months. It will still be hard to go on, but just remember your dad's smile. That is what I loved about him the most. If you need anything you have my number and I don't live that far away. I am praying for you everyday, and just remember the great and fun times we all have had.
Love you buddy,
Bronson Engquist
Bronson Engquist
August 12, 2008
Amber,
Hey Amber.... I wrote on here earlier about Uncle Rex. I thought I would write to you and Preston. It has been a long journey for all of us, but in the end it feels like we have lost. Well we didn't. Your journey through college might have seemed hard, but your dad helped you through. I have always looked up to you and to your achievements. Just think there are many more journeys to get through, but Uncle Rex will be right by our sides always!!!!
Love you very much,
Bronson Engquist
Bill Mitchell
August 12, 2008
Dear Amber and family
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was truly a great man and one of a kind. He knew how to connect with everyone he ever met.
I really enjoyed all the fun dinners and music discussions we had over the years. He is a big part of Ft Wayne that I will forever miss.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Your friend,
Bill
Brian Engquist
August 12, 2008
Karen , Amber , and Preston,
Our deepest symphathies and prayers are with you all. Rex was a true friend and the very best brother and brother-in-law that anyone could ask for. The world has lost the kindest, most caring man that I have ever known. We will never stop missing him and wishing that he were still here with us, but the countless memories of this truly incredibile man will always bring a smile to our face. Rex, we love you and miss you, but we have peace knowing that we will see you again in heaven.
Love Joy, Brian, Bronson, Brittany, and Chase
Debbie Powers
August 12, 2008
Dear Amber,
I am so sorry for your loss, I know only to well the hurt and emptiness you are feeling. Trust me, God will give you the strength to go on. The memories of your dad will always be in your heart. My thoughts and prayers have been and will continue to be with you and your family. Take Care, All my love and concern,
Angela Guisinger
August 12, 2008
Karen,Amber & Preseton,
Our hearts & prayers go out to your family at this difficult time.
God Bless
(Angie & Shelly)
Linda Williard
August 12, 2008
Rex is the reason we are all houseboaters having found the first houseboat and introducing us to that life. He was always a classy, caring man. We will all miss him and his DJ voice on the ship to shore radio. I am sure that you have already connected with Noah, the original houseboater up there. Love, Linda & Randy aka "Chasing Dreams".
Tony tabares
August 12, 2008
Amber
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I know how difficult this must be for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Canales
August 12, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
fred
August 12, 2008
rex is a good man! he is a great friend! he will be missed very much! he is now sitting with the father watching over all of us!!
Bronson Engquist
August 12, 2008
Well Uncle Rex you were incredible. Words can not really descirbe how wondreful of a man you were. Thanks for the great memories we all have shared with family and friends. Also, you have told all of us to go for our dreams and keep pressing on toward those dreams. Although you said you always wanted to come and hear me speak, and I believe you will be sitting right there everytime. You are always in my heart and in my memories forever. Uncle Rex you were a blessed man and I am glad its still is like that in the family now. I will promise I will look after Preston, and make sure he has his dad's smile on. We all need a Rex Jernigan smile everyday.
I love you dearly Uncle Rex!!!!
Love your Nephew,
Bronson Engquist
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