Sherwood Rex, 88, of Allentown, died Dec. 26, 2023.

Born Nov. 22, 1935, in Lehighton, he was the son of the late Leon and Barbara (Smith) Rex.

He worked in the insurance and garment industries and served in the U.S. Navy.

He enjoyed golfing and was a member of the Allentown Duffers League.

His survivors include children Robert (Sandy), Sharon (Michael) Borgman, Ronald and companion Joann Dewalt, James (Jay), and Thomas (Deb); grandchildren Timothy, Christopher and Matthew Rex, and Noah (Mikey) Borgman; and brother, Arthur.

A calling time will be 1-2 p.m. Jan. 16 followed by the service at Brubaker Funeral Home, Coplay.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association of the Lehigh Valley c/o the funeral home.