Rex E. French

Rex E. French, 58, of Bath, passed away on August 28, 2026 in Glasford. He was born on July 3, 1968 in Peoria to Jackie and Patricia (Priddy) French. Rex married Laura Thompson on July 2, 2002 in Havana. She survives along with three children; Quincey French of Havana, Holly Blakeley of Canton and Leslie Thompson of Havana, two sisters; Raye A. Burdin of Glasford and Rita Callister of Elmwood and three grandchildren; Skyler, Carly and Carson.

Rex was preceded in death by his parents, son Zachory French and sister Regina French.

Rex liked to fish, hunt and camp. He worked as a service technician his whole life. He was an Air Force veteran.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a Graveside service will be held 2pm, September 12, 2026 at Orendorff Cemetery in rural Canton. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory are in charge of arrangements. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com