Paulette E. Rex

Paulette E. Rex, 69, of Andreas, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2025 at St. Luke’s Miners Memorial in Coaldale.

Born July 17, 1955 in Pottsville the daughter of the late Paul R. and Elizabeth (Arner) Hoppes.

Paulette is survived by her beloved husband of 51 years, Dennis R. Rex; son Neil D. husband of Christine (Hoffman) Rex; daughters Amy P. wife of Craig Zeigenfuss, Shelly E., wife of Kyle Belanchik; grandchildren: Riley, Chase, Abbey, Jayden, Zane, Jaxson, and Kinsley; sister-in-law, Charlene Miller; brother-in-law, Wellis Balliet; nieces and a nephew. Paulette was also predeceased by; sister, Geraldine Balliet, and brother-in-law Albert Miller.

Paulette was a graduate of Tamaqua Area High school, Class of 1973. Paulette and Dennis were the co-owners of Miller & Rex Dairy Farm, a multi-generational family dairy farm, from 1977 to 2019. She was a lifelong member of St. Peter’s Church of West Penn.

Paulette loved nothing more than spending time with her family and grandchildren. She devoted countless hours to babysitting her seven grandchildren as the most loving Mammy. Baking was one of her favorite hobbies which has now been passed on to her granddaughters. She was most noted for her pies, pan cookies, and cherry cheese delight. She spoiled Dennis with her homestyle Pennsylvania Dutch cooking. She took pride in caring for her lawn and landscaping even during her illness. An avid reader, Paulette loved reading her Amish novels as well as taking day trips to Lancaster.

No matter what challenge was thrown her way during her untimely illness, she faced it with unwavering strength and bravery.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, April 16th from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. from St. Peter’s Church, 184 St. Peter’s Road, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252 and again on Thursday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M.

Funeral services will be held at St. Peter’s Church on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 11:00 A.M., Rev. Clifford Herring to officiate.

Interment St. Peter’s Church Cemetery.

Memorials in Paulette’s name in care of St. Peter’s Church for the organ fund.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold Pennsylvania 17960.

Online condolences or a fond memory of Paulette can be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com