Rex Schowengerdt: A Life in Nature | Topeka News

A beloved 73-year-old Kansas City man, Rex Schowengerdt, died after a massive 45-pound rock smashed through his Jeep’s roof while he was on a family trip in Glacier National Park. Despite the horrific accident, his wife recalled him smiling — at peace, doing what he loved. A lifelong outdoorsman and devoted husband of 50 years, Rex inspired his family to cherish nature’s beauty and left behind a legacy of quiet kindness. His family now faces heartbreaking costs for transport and medical bills, and they’ve launched a fundraiser to help his wife. A memorial celebration honoring his love of the wild is set for Friday at Lake Jacomo — all are welcome to pay their respects. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/33f7da5361524498