Rex Allen Gregory, 63, of Du Quoin, passed away at 9:29 A.M., Friday, January 8, 2021 at his residence.

Rex was born April 19, 1957 in Du Quoin, IL, the son of Clifford and Lettie (Stanhouse) Gregory.

Rex attended First Christian Church of Du Quoin.

He is survived by one son - Nolan Gregory and wife Samantha of Du Quoin, IL, one daughter - Diana Howell and husband Anthony of Cobden, IL, four loving grandchildren - Makenzie Howell, Mitchell Howell, Matthew Howell and Iliana Gregory, three brothers - Clifford Gregory Jr. and wife Doris of Du Quoin, IL, Randy Gregory and wife Jaci of Sunfield, IL, Mark Gregory of Elkville IL, two sisters - Tammy Foster and husband Danny of Du Quoin, IL, and Stacey Arnett and husband Terry of Dowell, IL and many nieces and nephews.

Rex graduated Du Quoin High School in 1975. After High School Rex served six years and eight months in the United States Army with a rank of SP4. He was stationed in Germany and at Ft. Benning Georgia as a heavy construction equipment operator. Upon serving in the military he attended Rend Lake Community College.

Rex had worked as a forklift operator for Continental General Tire, as an operator in the Local 520 Operating Engineers and a forklift operator for Gilster-Mary Lee. His hobbies included the love for the outdoors where he could spend his time fishing and hunting. If you ever had a chance to meet Rex, you knew he also loved the game of baseball and the Houston Astros.

"Dad you will always be our hero" - Nolan and Diana

Graveside services will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 22, 2021 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Mulkeytown with Rev. Joe Wagner officiating.

Please use social distancing guidelines. Everyone in attendance is required to wear a mask.

Military graveside rites will be conducted by the DuQuoin V.F.W., American Legion and the Army National Guard.

Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Mulkeytown.

Friends may make memorials to American Heart Association and NubAbility Athletics Foundation and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Searby Funeral Home in DuQuoin is responsible for arrangements.