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Rexford Leyman Everett, 97, of Falconer passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026 in his home.
He was born on July 12, 1929 in Jamestown to Kenneth Jesse Everett and Dessie Rexford Everett Barnes. At the age of 15, Rex lost his father in an industrial accident. He was a 1947 graduate of Falconer Central School and post-graduated in 1948. He excelled in track and football, playing semi-pro football for 2 years following high school for the Jamestown Legion team. He was a big Buffalo Bills fan. Rex played in softball leagues and was an avid bowler, bowling on several league championship teams. He was also a naval reservist in the 1950's.
Rex married Carol Joy Crandall Everett on September 30, 1950 and they owned and operated the Kennedy Grill for many years. In his later years, he was a self-employed carpenter and handyman. Rex will be remembered as a humble and generous family man.
Rex was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Carol, in 2017, his sister, Juanita Tank, son-in-law, Terry Nelson, stepfather, Orville Barnes, and his parents.
He is survived by his children, Connie (George) Gustafson, Kenneth (Brenda) Everett, and Chris Nelson; his grandchildren: Kim (Keith) LaRoy, Jackie (Ronald) Parshall, Kendra (Steph) Preston, Rex (Jessie) Everett, CJ Everett, Lydia (Josh) Derginer, and Clint Sikes; his great grandchildren: Makayla LaRoy, Mariah LaRoy, Ronald Parshall III, and Foster Everett, great-great grandchildren Ryker LaRoy; his siblings: Linda (Donald) Lazarony and Gary Barnes, and several step grandchildren.
As per Rex's wishes, no funeral service or visitation will be observed.
Memorials may be donated to the Jamestown Audubon Society, 1600 Riverside Road., Jamestown, NY 14701. Visit our website at www.falconerfuneralhome.net to send a message of condolence.