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J. Eatman Obituary
Apex
Dr. J. Rex Eatman died April 29, 2013. Rex was the son of Lillian and Frank Eatman of Raleigh. He was a graduate of Broughton High School, Duke University, and Los Angeles School of Chiropractic Medicine. He served as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force and practiced Chiropractic Medicine in Raleigh from 1963 to 2009. Rex and his wife, Toni, were active in the horse industry in North Carolina, with Rex serving numerous terms as president of the North Carolina Thoroughbred Breeders Association and as president of the North Carolina Horse Council. Rex and Toni were long standing members of the Thoroughbred Club of America in Lexington, Kentucky.
Rex is survived by his son, Jerry Eatman, and wife, Maria Lynch, his daughter, Susan Craft, and husband, Nat Foote, and four grandchildren he adored, Megan Eatman and her husband Charles Spinoso, Jim Eatman, Lily Craft and Rex Craft. A memorial service followed by visitation will be held on May 18, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the home, 2625 Olive Chapel Road, Apex.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Pamlico-Tar River Foundation, P.O. Box 1854, Washington, NC 27889 would be appreciated. Arrangements by Brown Wynne Cary.
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Memories and Condolences
for J. Eatman
February 19, 2019
May you find comfort in prayer and in one another. Sincere sympathies - Jer 29:12,13;Prov 17:17
Casey Eatman Lovas
May 19, 2013
Saddened at Uncle Rex's passing, but know he is so happy to be with Aunt Toni. Glad I got to see the family Saturday and meet the grandkids, I know he was overjoyed with each one of them, they are all beautiful!
Lyndah Tello
May 10, 2013
I know you were a wonderful man because of the devotion expressed by your children. Every ARCADIA employee I had working with you spoke highly of you as well. I hope you have found peace in your resting place.
Joanne Dew
May 3, 2013
Dr. Rex was such a fine man. He helped me so much when I became President of the NCTA. The NCTA and all its members will miss his wisdom, his knowledge, his horsemanship, and all the other things he contributed to the NCTA, he will be forever missed. He was my mentor, and this is such a sad week for me and the NCTA. He was very much loved by us all. He will always be a part of the NCTA and he will remain in our hearts forever.
Lauren Little
May 2, 2013
I went to see one of his horses the day she was born when I was a child. I also went to him for many years for my chiropractic needs and he was one of the best and most caring men you could ever meet. He will be graetly missed.
Alice Dohm
April 30, 2013
I didn't know you very long, but you will be missed dearly. I hope you are in a better place looking down on all of us smiling.
Your CNA Alice
gene martello
April 30, 2013
Sorry to hear of Rex's passing.One of the finest men i've ever known.Always a gentleman and a kindness about him that was infectious.I as many others i'm sure will sorely miss him.Rest in peace my friend.
April 30, 2013
Dr. Eatman; what a wonderful person. A kind and generous healer. I will miss hime being among us.
Lacy Maddox
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