I do so miss Rex.  He was such a wonderful person and know everyone else misses him also🙏🙃❤️

I worked several summers with Rex at Salisbury Beach State Reservation in Massachusetts, with about 60 other women & men.  We lived together, with others, in a house in Hampton Beach, NH in 1983.  Like most of us Rex enjoyed the rhythm, sights, sounds of Summer and beach life.  He was a deep thinker, quiet, unassuming, but loads of fun to be with.  Pictures from a lifeguard competition at Salisbury Beach against Hampton Beach Lifeguards of Rex pulling a lifeline. Peace...

Goodbye for now, my old friend. Rest up....as when I get there, we’re starting all over again.

6.29.19.
It’s with profound sadness that I share the news that my old roommate, Rexford St. Ledger, passed away today. OLT (Ocean Lifeguard Tough) in all aspects of lifesaving, if you celebrate hard, you train hard. Unfortunately, the training failed to keep up with the celebration. An ocean lifeguard for more than thirty years on Ft. Lauderdale beach, he was my roommate for over ten of those years. A true original, he was a diehard Rams fan who loved hip hop. A big guy, he was a college wrestler from Maine with a hint of that Pet Cemetery accent. Soft spoken and jovial, on the inside was a lot of sadness. Loss was a huge part of Rex’s life and was the driving force behind his alcoholism. I’m so glad to have known him. With no relatives in Florida, for years he was a part of my family, going to my family’s holiday dinners. So many memories. I’ll hold on to the good ones, Rex.
I miss and love you, buddy. Glad you’re finally at peace.

Rex, with friends, at Fort Lauderdale lifeguard party 1985.

The below paragraphs were posted on the Fort Lauderdale Ocean Rescue Facebook page, on the day of his passing. Rex was a true American hero, having saved hundreds of lives, through both water rescues and beach emergencies, in his 35-year-plus lifeguarding career. Rex was a great friend to those that knew him, and a super nice guy to those who he had just met. He had a kind heart, and a sharp wit, making him both endearing and hilarious. Rex was big guy who left huge impact on this world. Rex was truly loved, deeply respected, and will be remembered for.

"I am very sad to report the passing of retired FLOR Lifeguard, Rexford B. St. Ledger, this afternoon at 12:30 pm. Rex was 60 years old, and had worked full-time for Fort Lauderdale Ocean Rescue for over 30 years, and started originally with the beach patrol in the early 1980s, as a part-time seasonal lifeguard, guarding summers in Hampton Beach, NH and Salisbury Beach, MA.

Rex was an excellent lifeguard and a great guy. It's nearly impossible to think of nicer person, or someone more devoted to saving lives and keeping people safe. He was a great athlete in his younger days, a college wrestler, a masters swimmer, and regular at lifeguard competitions in south Florida as a landline puller. 

A more dedicated Rams (Los Angeles/St. Louis) fan did not exist. His sundays were spent, in full blue and yellow, rooting for his Rams. He had been battling some longterm health issues, that we had all hoped he would beat. We all loved Rex, and wish his family well in this difficult time. Rest in Peace, Rex 😪😥❤"

I have so many fond memories of Rex however one that stands out was when Rex and I had a Kinesiology class together at the field house. It was early in the morning and Rex rarely made it to class but would study with my notes 📝. He always aced the tests and I barely got by with a “C”.  Rex was a love and a great friend. I am sorry we lost touch. ❤️  

Rex, you were such a kind soul. I will always be grateful for the times you looked out for me. When I think of you I remember your laugh, and how you would scrunch your face along with a full body chuckle.  You will always be missed, friends forever.❤️

My deepest condolences to your family and friends.  RIP 🕊

I was saddened to hear this news.  I have not seen Rex in many years but have many memories of times shared at Plymouth State. I remember Rex's Mom and Grandmother coming to visit us at Housing #7 and sharing home made treats with me.  Rex had a good heart and was always kind. 

RIP my old friend. Much to young for this. Rex was one of the good guys

I have missed my good friend Rex since we moved back to Jersey. We both have great memories of such a great guy! Jen stealing his shots off the bar at Banana Joes! Our workouts in the mornings. Our rescue races together. Love you forever Rex. Relax now, the Lord has your back. 

My sincere condolences to your family. Rex was a kind and wonderful person. We had many good laughs and times as friends and fraternity brothers. Rex will be missed, but I will always have these good memories to remember him.
Rest in peace, brother.    MTSND 
Jeff  

Way too young.  Our thoughts and prayers are going out to the entire family. Sending lots of love and hugs to. Larry and Anne DiCenzo. MTSND.

He was always such a wonderful person and great friend.  I feel bad for not keeping in touch😢

OBITUARIO

Rexford Bruce St Ledger

20 octubre, 1958 – 29 junio, 2019

Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home & Cremation Center

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