Junior Roosevelt Rexrode

Junior R. "Rex" Rexrode, 92, passed away on September 12, 2025, in Lebanon, PA. Junior Rexrode was born on October 30, 1932 in Grantville, PA, to Arthur and Phoebe Rexrode. After high school, Junior had a career in various warehouse positions for the Hershey Food Corporation. Junior married Edith P. Rexrode, and the couple had six children: Evajane, LaRue, Karen, Rachel, Phyllis, and Clyde. Junior was a passionate volunteer. He was formerly active with the South Lebanon Lions Club. He also assisted with administrative functions including treasury work at Avon Zion United Methodist Church during its active years, and was a member of their choir. Junior, or "Rex" as he was known, enjoyed keeping his mind sharp with Sudoku, cryptograms, and jigsaw puzzles. He also loved the outdoors, and he continued to take fishing trips well into his golden years. An avid sports fan, Junior's top teams included the Penn State Nittany Lions, and the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies, respectively. Junior was always happy to meet new people, and he kept "Kisses" in his pocket for any ladies he encountered. Above all else, Junior will be remembered for his generosity. He had a burden on his heart for feeding the hungry with free meals ministry. Junior proudly served with the United States Marine Corps from 1952 to 1955. Junior is survived by children Evajane Weaver, LaRue Chubb, Rachel Hlaverty, Phyllis Lebo, and Clyde (Ardie) Rexrode; twelve grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. Junior is preceded in death by his wife, Edith, and he goes forth in glory to join her now. He is also preceded in death by his daughter, Karen (Gary) Vragovich. The service for Mr. Junior Rexrode will be held on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Christman's Funeral Home, Inc. with a viewing to start at the funeral home at 10:00 AM. A graveside service will follow at 1:00 PM at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.