Jon Rex Obituary

Name: Visitation for Jon Rex
Start: 2023-11-07T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-11-08T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services - Ada

HARROD - Jon William Rex, age 82, of Harrod, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 1:59 p.m. at Kindred Hospital, Lima.

He was born on June 6, 1941, in Lima, Ohio to the late W. Ralph and Frances L. (Blank) Rex. On December 3, 1961, Jon married Diana C. Richardson and she survives in Harrod.

Jon is also survived by two children: Kreg (Joanne) Rex of Harrod and Kristi (John) Goble of Harrod; eight grandchildren: Joe (Nikki) Goble, Brittany Kramer, Kacy (Cody) Golden, Coby (Taylor) Goble, Rory (Kylee) Goble, Destiney (Nolan) Roberts, Maddison Rex and Zane Rex; fifteen great grandchildren; and three sisters: Joanne (Ted) Stombaugh, Kay Bielstein and Lynda Ropiak.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Rex.

Jon was a lawn and tree specialist for ChemLawn and also worked for Clark Equipment. He was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Jon was a 4-H advisor for many years and served on the Zoning Board for Auglaize Township. He also volunteered numerous hours for the Allen East Music Association as the "Popcorn Man." Jon loved his family and spending time with them.

Funeral Services will begin at 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Ada with Brian Richardson officiating. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery, Westminster.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Ada and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Allen East Music Association. Condolences may be expressed at www.hansonneelyallison.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Ada

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Published by The Lima News from Nov. 4 to Nov. 5, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Jon Rex

8 Entries

Shirley Johnson

November 12, 2023

Diana - So sorry to hear about Jon. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

PAULA VERNICK

November 9, 2023

My cousin Traci has said it best, "my heart hurts for your loss". My memories always go to the many joint family birthday celebrations we had when I was a child. With mine at the end of May and my brother's and Uncle Jon at the beginning of June, it was a tradition; cake, presents, Aunts, Uncles, cousins, grandparents and fun. I will always remember my Uncle Jon as a gentle, loving and caring man with an easy smile and yes, a twinkle in his eye. As the years passed he reminded me more and more of his father and my Grandpa, Ralph Rex. They both shared all these qualities, but most of all they were men who unconditionally loved their families. Now that our Heavenly Father has gathered Uncle Jon into his loving arms where he is free, I know his beautiful family will carry on the characteristics and traditions he and Aunt Diana have built over the years: gentleness, kindness, unconditional love, and yes, the tears over time will be snuffed out by that twinkle in your eyes...in his honor, carry on.

Cindy Williams

November 6, 2023

Dear Diana and family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Jon. He was a wonderful man, my neighbor for many, many years and a friend to so many. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Jason and Cindy Williams

Sandy & Mark Swaney

November 6, 2023

Diana and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our many thoughts and prayers.

Denise (Brown) Luchnenko

November 6, 2023

Kristi and family. I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to see your Dad or anyone you love go. I pray that you will find peace in the promises of our Lord and Savior and will hold onto the love that you shared with him in your memories.

Traci Roth

November 5, 2023

My heart hurts for your loss. I think of Uncle Jon as the quiet, strong man with a humorous twinkle in his eye. I remember him taking the time hitch up a buggy to a pony and how rough that ride was without shock absorbers. He was very kind and patient as I hung around a lot when I moved to Ohio. He always seemed to want to be active outside the house, in the yard or the barn. He built a lot of wonderful things over the years but didn't toot his own horn. He left that to Aunt Diana but I think he was proud of the home he helped make with Aunt Diana. His greatest achievement was the family he built with Aunt Diana. My love to all the family. May the Lord comfort you.

Jim & Sue Harrod

November 5, 2023

So sorry for your loss.

Deb Barnes

November 4, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Cherish your precious memories.

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