In loving memory of

Rex Pierce
April 19, 2009

Rex Dean Pierce was born on January 30, 1932, in Thurman, Iowa, the son of John Pierce and Hilda (Hammers) Pierce. He entered into rest on April 19, 2009, at his home in Shenandoah, Iowa.
Rex was born and raised near Thurman, Iowa and graduated from Thurman High School in May of 1949. On September 2, 1950, he married Donna Pulsifer in Shenandoah where they lived for the 58 years of their marriage. To this union three daughters were born, Cindi, Linda and Kelli.
Rex was the owner of Rex's TV and Appliance for many years, farmed near Farragut, and in later years, was a realtor, most recently for Stan Orton Realty. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved sports of all kinds, especially the Chicago Cubs. He served on the Shenandoah Community School Board and was a member of the First Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Donna; daughters, Cindi Dodd and husband Steve of Fremont, NE, Linda Whitehill and husband Al, and Kelli Nesmith, all of Omaha, NE; three granddaughters, Stephanie Dodd of New York City, NY, Shelby Dodd and Allison Whitehill of Omaha, NE; brother, Code Pierce and wife Wava of Sidney, IA; sisters-in-law, Colleen Pierce of Malvern, IA and Sandra Kuntzweiler of Fayetteville, AR; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. Preceding him in death were his parents; parents-in-law, Juanita and Claude Pulsifer; brother, Norman Pierce; and nephew Tom Pierce.

Tributes

Janet Danforth-Bacon wrote on Apr 26, 2009:

"I'm sorry for your loss. Rex was a very nice guy. Sincerely, Janet Danforth-Bacon. Shenandoah class of 1970."

Bryson Teachout wrote on Apr 23, 2009:

"Donna I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. I extend my condolences to you and your family."

James Herron wrote on Apr 23, 2009:

"Sorry to hear about your loss. Rex was a wonderful man who will be dearly missed by all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. James and Sherry Herron"

Joan Schebaum wrote on Apr 22, 2009:

"So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Rex in the Real Estate field and he always had a smile on his face and never allowed his pain to show. He was a brave individual and I enjoyed conversations with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joan & Derrell Schebaum"

Terry Ann Schaper wrote on Apr 21, 2009:

"TO THE FAMILY OF REX PIERCE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GO OUT TO ALL OF YOU I ALWAYS ENJOY SEEEING REX SMILE WHEN I SEE HIM AROUND OR COME IN AT ORTON STANLEY REAL ESTATE OFFICE TO TALK TO STAN AND HE AT HIS DESK THE MOST LOVELY SMILE I EVER SEEN AND I DIDNT KNOW THAT HE IS RELATVED TO PAM BUTTRY AND THAT WAS HER UNCLE UNTIL SOMEONE TOLD ME THAT WELL AT LEAST HE DOESNT HAVE TO SUFFER THE PAIN ANYMORE AND THAT NOW HE IS IN GOD LOVING ARM TO GUIDE AND TAKE CARE OF HIM MAY GOD DO THE SAME THING TO ALL OF YOU BY PUTTING HIS LOVING ARM AROUND YOU ALL AND COMFORT YOU AND TELLING YOU THAT HE WILL TAKE CARE OF HIM FOR YOU ALL GOD BLESS YOU ALL VERY MUCH I AM A 52 YRS OLD DEAF LADY FROM SHENANDOAH IOWA ALONG WITH MY AUNT WANT TO SEND YOU OUR SYMPATHY MARILYN KAY PARMAN AND TERRY ANN SCHAPER"

Jerry & Dolores Gardner wrote on Apr 21, 2009:

"Donna, we are so sorry for the loss of your Husband. Our prayers are with you."

Margaret Kemper wrote on Apr 21, 2009:

"Just wanted to let you know how sorry I am to learn of Rex's passing. I have many happy memories of spending time in your home getting ready for dances and drinking Pepsi and chowing down on goodies in the kitchen. I always felt like your home was my home as well - there was always such a warm and caring spirit there. It was also such a comfort to have Rex in charge of selling mother's house after her passing. Everything was taken care of in a timely and professional manner and that meant alot to us kids. May memories of all the good times sustain you and your family through this time of loss. Margaret and Derek Kemper"

penny and bob wrote on Apr 21, 2009:

"Donna, words can not express the huge sorrow we feel. Rex was a great man and I will always remember him fondly. You know if you need anything, all you need to do is call. Bob will be there Friday, but I can not. We love you and pray with you. love penny and bob bowman"

Sherry Hambsch wrote on Apr 20, 2009:

"Donna & Family, I always looked forward to seeing Rex sitting at his desk at Stan & Shirley's office. He always had a smile and a kind word to share. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sherry Hambsch (Shirley Orton's sister)"