Richard Rex Bills

Richard "Rex" Bills April 20,1931 – March 18, 2021

Rex, as known by all, was a Korean War Veteran, who was proud of his service in the 187th Airborne. He was a Lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4126 of Mio. Rex and his wife Nancy owned and operated a dairy farm along with the help of their children. Rex’s passion and career of choice was as a teamster, sitting at the helm of an 18-wheeler. The love of the open road and travel led Rex and Nancy into full-time travel after retirement, keeping him behind the wheel in their motorhome. Rex was always ready to challenge others to a game of Euchre or a game of pool, typically to the opponent’s demise! Grandkids always looked forward to getting that "back-breaking" hug from Grandpa, and he always had a firm handshake for all. Rex was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather and a friend that was always there to lend a hand or share a story; and was a true character of his own that will be greatly missed. Rex was a cherished part of a large extended family that he & Nancy created.

Richard "Rex" Bills is survived by his wife of 68 years Nancy; his sons: Richard E. (Anita) Bills of Luzerne; Bobby J. (Manuela) Bills of Arizona; Jeffrey S. (Lisa) Bills of Fairview; Timothy M. (Ellyn) Bills of Fairview; and Jason W. (Christal) Bills of Comins; his daughters: Terry L. (Robert) Bills Sundberg of Florida; Dawn M. (Ivor) Thayer of South Carolina; Debbie J. (John) Gusler of Fairview; and Rexann R. (Jason) Chischilly of Arizona; daughter-in law-Sandy Bills of Comins as well as 26 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Rex has been welcomed into Glory by his Savior; his parents: Joseph & Mae Bills; his siblings: Josephine and Duane Bills; and his two sons: Gregory Dale and Ben Lee Bills.

"GOOD GO"

In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service/celebration of life will be held for both Nancy Ruth and Richard Rex Bills on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM at 2094 N. Weaver Rd. in Fairview, MI 48621.  Internment of ashes will occur at Kittle Cemetery, Mio, MI.

Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, Michigan.