Rex Joseph Mudd

Rex was born in Sömmerda, Germany on August 27, 1943, the son of Charlotte Klaubel and Rex Mudd, Sr. As World War II ended, Rex and his mother left Germany to join his father in the United States to begin a new life.

Rex graduated from Pius X High School in Lincoln, Nebraska in 1961 and enrolled immediately at the University of Nebraska where he received a B.S. in Business.

In 1973, Rex founded Marci Jewelry in his new favorite part of the country, the beautiful Pacific Northwest. For 42 years he devoted his time and love to its success and it remained one of his dearest passions.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Rex loved horses. In 1994, Rex’s good mare, Jessie Janey, was awarded “Most Improved Plater” by the prestigious Washington Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association, and in 1997, Rex’s Hoopstar was named "Washington Handicap Horse of the Year" at Emerald Downs. These two racing accomplishments are rare in the racing world.

Throughout his life, Rex maintained a strong connection to his roots in Nebraska and specifically to his high school. He was honored to establish the “Golden Spoon Scholarship” providing tuition for youth to attend his alma mater, Pius X.

Rex was a devout Catholic. He was the ultimate, enthusiastic connoisseur. Rex adamantly shared his opinions and passions with friends and colleagues – agree with him or not, his love for you was unwavering.

He loved to travel and took many adventures throughout the world with the love of his life, Lorri, who helped him get his wings.

Rex is survived by wife, Lorri Mudd; son, Mike Mudd and his wife, Jenny; granddaughter, Makena; niece, Briannah Wayman; sisters Rita Wayman and Lisa Mudd; and nephew Larry Powell. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the American Heart Association - www.heart.org