Rex was the most beloved man and loved everyone. He would give the shirt off his back for anyone. Rex was born to Forest Leon Polen and Geneva Bassett on April 12, 1954. He went to high school in Grants New Mexico. In 1995 he married Dorothy Harrell at Route County Courthouse, Steamboat Springs CO. Together, they owned and operated the Western American Drilling company. Rex was also a driver for Axis Steele.
Outside of his two occupations, Rex enjoyed being a cowboy and carpentry. Alongside his dogs Duke, Daisy, and Annabell. He also enjoyed being with his grandchildren.
Rex is survived by his wife Dorothy Polen. His son Paul Harrell (LeAnne), their children: Raine (NM), Myla (CO), Aida (CO), and Ryan Cain (CO). His sisters Rita Henry (WV) and Renne Arrvda (WV). His half brother Perry Sanchez and half sister Deborah Cervantes. His niece Delanie and her children: Trinitie Beckner (Everlie Kassees), Michael “Bubba” Thompson, Charisma Delgado, and Justice McMillan.
A celebration of life will determined at a later date.