Passed away 20 October 2021. Dearly loved husband and best mate of Marilyn and the late Yvonne. Loved father of Tony, Eric, the late Paul, Gary, Kareen, Petrea and Vaughan. Cherished step-dad of Laurie, Andrew, Paula, and Aaron. Treasured grandad to all his grand and great grandchildren. An amazing husband and father. A special thanks to all the staff at Bethlehem Views who have looked after Rex so well. A service to celebrate Rex's life will be held at the Tauranga Yacht Club, 90 Keith Allen Drive, Tauranga at 12.30pm Tuesday 26 October. Messages may be sent to the Carter family c/- Hope Family Funerals, 4 Keenan Road, RD 3, Tauranga 3173.