Rex E. Beckley, 85, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Ashford Health Campus.
Born July 18, 1939, in Shelbyville, he was the son of Bernard Beckley and Mary (Durbin) Beckley.
He married Louise (Cramer) Beckley on May 17, 1958, and she survives. Other survivors include son, Rhet (Mary) Beckley of Shelbyville: daughter, Kay (Brian) Buckley of Fishers, IN; sister, Vicki Emerick of Shelbyville, sister Kim (Scott) Smothers; 4 grandchildren: Ryan (Anibal) Beckley, Austin Buckley, Mandy (Tyler) Lockridge; Misty (Doug) Shoemaker; and several great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; 1 sister, Sharon Humphries; daughter, Cathy Phillips; and a grandson, Brandon Beckley.
Rex lived in this area most of his life and graduated from Shelbyville High School. He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service for 27 years as a mail handler, having retired in 2002. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and the American Postal workers Union.
Rex served in the US Army for three years. He was a Vietnam veteran, and also served in the US Air Force for 17 years, retiring as an E7, Master Sargeant.
Rex enjoyed fishing, playing ball with his kids, but most of all loved spending time with his family.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, Shelbyville, with Rev. Warren Robinson officiating.
Military graveside rites will follow the service.
Friends may call on Wednesday from noon until the time of the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army in care of the funeral home.
