Rex, also known as Joe Boy, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020. He was born May 21, 1959 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma to Jimmie J. T. Dunn and Beulah A. Dunn. He attended public schools and loved playing football for them, “Go Wolverines!” Rex graduated from Vian High School with the class of 1978. Rex began working at OI Brockway right out of high school and made life-long friendships working there.
He met and later married Debbie Henry on June 7, 1979 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. They shared many memories in her short time here and welcomed their only child, LaTosha, in February of 1981.
Rex enjoyed cheering for the OU Sooners football team and the 49ers, going to the horse races with his brothers, and daily trips to the Beacon Drive Inn for a Pepsi. Most important was spending time with his family, especially his daughter and grandchildren.
In 2009, Rex was diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease. His family is very active in raising Huntington’s awareness and has participated in the yearly Ft. Smith Walk of Hope in his honor.
