Rex Penley Jr. Obituary
Rex Penley Jr. (Swannanoa, North Carolina) passed away on September 25, 2026. Rex, born on August 1, 1954, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Rex will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Rex will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Rex’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ruth Penley and Rex Penley Sr. Jimmy. He is survived by: his wife Deborah Penley; his daughter Shannon Austin (Robert Austin II); his granddaughters, Ava and Eden Austin; his sister Carolyn Parker; Charles Robinson.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 1st 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Penland Family Funeral Home (125 South Ave, Swannanoa, NC 28778).
