Rex Wayne Phillips, 85, of Watauga, TX, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2018. He was born on May 30, 1932 in Farragut, Iowa. Rex served in the United States Air Force, retiring in 1975 with over 23 years of service to his country. A veteran of the Vietnam war, Rex was also stationed in Taiwan where he met the love of his life, Kim Chen. He loved spending time with family and enjoyed reminiscing about his travels around the world while serving his country.
Rex is survived by his wife of 48 years, Kim Phillips; his daughter, Joi Burden of Hemet, CA; two sons, John Phillips of Arvada, CO and James Phillips of Fort Worth, TX; twelve grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and an inspiration to all that knew him. He will be greatly missed.
Memorial Services Pending at this time.