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In memory of

Rex Hughes Minter

Santa Monica, CA

September 21, 1927 - December 22, 2022

Sep 21, 1927 - Dec 22, 2022

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In memory of

Rex Hughes Minter

Passed

December 22, 2022
Born

September 21, 1927
Resided

Santa Monica, CA

There will be a small service for immediate family members only. This decision was made because of the stress of losing both parents so closely together, which has been very difficult. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider making a donation to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. https://www.stjude.org/donate

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On December 22nd our father went flying with a friend, which was one of his favorite things to do. After experiencing engine trouble, they were forced to land their small airplane on the beach in Santa Monica, but it hit hard on the sand and flipped. Our dad was 95 and the trauma of the crash took his life. Our mom, Doris, left us in May of 2022. Dad was very lonely without his best …

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Tom,Laurie& Christy, I’m not sure if you remember us. Shirley,Lou,Mark& Paul. Tom you and Mark were school buddies at …

Tom,Laurie& Christy, I’m not sure if you remember us. Shirley,Lou,Mark& Paul. Tom you and Mark wer…

Tom,Laurie& Christy, I’m not sure if you remember us. Shirley,L…

I am proud to have flown with both Rex and Doris for many years. How fortunate I have been to have shared one of thei…

I am proud to have flown with both Rex and Doris for many years. How fortunate I have been to hav…

I am proud to have flown with both Rex and Doris for many years.…

Rex was my brother. I live in Texas but would try to visit with Rex & Doris at least once a year. The last time I saw…

Rex was my brother. I live in Texas but would try to visit with Rex & Doris at least once a year. …

Rex was my brother. I live in Texas but would try to visit with…

Dear Tom,

I was so shocked to hear the news - as I was driving - about the plane carrying your dad, and then his passing…

Dear Tom,

I was so shocked to hear the news - as I was driving - about the plane carrying your dad, …

Dear Tom,

I was so shocked to hear the news - as I was driving - …

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Participated in

Attendee of

Rotary

Professional Organization

Born

September 21st, 1927

MOTION

1978

SMO

Passed away

December 22nd, 2022

Santa Monica, CA

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Christina Merrick

Marilyn Steinhardt

Cause of death

Small Aircraft (Cessna 150) plane accident

Created with love by Laurie McGinnity (Rex's daughter).

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