Rex Wayne Schard, age 68, of Lakeside, California passed away on Monday September 10, 2018. Rex was born July 15, 1950 in San Diego, CA. Son of William and Betty Schard, Rex grew up in El Cajon California. He had 3 siblings, older brother Vic Schard, younger brother Bob Schard, and younger sister Kathy Stein. Rex was married to his beautiful wife Karen Schard on July 28, 1972, they were happily married for 46 years. Rex is survived by his wife Karen, their 3 children, Melanie Hudson, Sarah Godfrey, and William Schard. Rex is also survived by his 8 grandchildren, Dyllan, Hannah, Haley, Natalie, Isaac, Whitney, Gabriel, and Reese, all whom he cherished deeply.
Rex proudly worked for AT&T for 38 years, establishing lifelong friendships and fond memories. Rex enjoyed life to its fullest, spending his free time gardening, watching sports, playing cards with friends and family, playing board games with his grandchildren, cooking, and barbecuing - He was famous for his delicious Rexy Burgers! Rex also enjoyed camping at the Colorado River, fishing at June Lake, and going on numerous cruises. Rex was known for being a great coach, he loved coaching his children's softball and baseball teams for many years. He gave his family a wonderful life full of love, fun times, and tradition.
We will greatly miss you dad...
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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