Rex was born in Hughes, Arkansas on November 22, 1950 to the late William Robert & Elizabeth Ruth Medlin. He graduated from Holly Springs High School in Mississippi and then obtained his Bachelor's degree from Middle Tennessee State University. He was a bank manager for a short time but spent most of his career as an insurance agent.
Mr. Medlin is survived by his son Rex Medlin, Jr. and his wife Lana of Conway, Arkansas; daughter Jami Medlin of Ozark, Arkansas; grandchildren Lexi Medlin, Joseph Melton and Noah Melton; and Carole Myers.
Family and friends will gather on Saturday, March 21 from 1:00 p.m. until a celebration of Rex's life begins at 2:00 p.m. all at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119.
In lieu of flowers contributions in Rex's honor may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences and directions may found through www.memphisfuneralhome.net.