Rex Luther White of Kamloops, BC passed away on Friday, December 12, 2014 at 82 years of age. He is survived by his wife Cherrie, children Debbie (Paul) White, Robert (Nancy) White, Trevor (Debbie) White, Rick (Mary) White, Loralee (Theo) Huisman, and Lynne (Tony) Milos; 16 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Predeceased his parents, three siblings, and two daughters, Dianne-Lee (1953) and Sherry-Lynne (1962).
Rex was born and raised in Enderby, BC where he and Cherrie started their 62 year marriage. After years spent in Clinton, Smithers and 100 Mile House, they settled in Monte Creek, where Rex happily returned to his farming roots. In 1999, Rex and Cherrie retired at Rivershore Golf Club. Rex touched the lives of many with his compassion and care, giving others a hand up in life.
He will be lovingly remembered by his family for instilling his integrity and exemplary work ethic.
The family would like to offer a special thanks to the 911 operator and four GMS Attendants.
Rex loved children, so in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the B.C. Children’s Hospital Foundation.
A Celebration of Rex’s life will take place at 1:00 pm on Friday, December 19. 2014 in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel, 285 Fortune Drive.
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I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prays are with you all at this time. Take care. Bev.
Cherrie and family-Just read about your unfortunate circumstances – not aware that Rex was ill – always looked forward to our annual visits. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.Hopefully your wonderful memories will help sustain you and family through this difficult time. Keith Nicholson
Thinking of you at this sad time Deepest sympathy
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this time difficult time.
Cherrie and family, We are very sorry for your loss. We did not have an address to send a card and Bill was not able to go to the funeral. Now we hope you will see our message and know you are being remembered. We will miss Rex.