Rex Howk Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Rex Lowell Howk, 92, of Bloomfield, Iowa passed away on July 22, 2022 at the Bloomfield Care Center. He was born on June 2, 1930 in Davis County, Iowa to Emmert V. and Mabel O. Taylor Howk. He graduated from Bloomfield High School in 1948. Rex served in the US Army from 1950-1952, much of that time was spent stationed in Germany. On May 31, 1957, Rex married Betty Hill in Fairfield, Iowa. The couple raised three children; Danny, Dean, and RaeAnne. Betty passed away on February 16, 2020. Rex farmed for several years around the Mark, Iowa area. He worked at the Davis County Hospital for 25 years, retiring in 1997. Rex loved to go to his farm and spend time fishing, riding 4-wheelers, and camping. He was a member of the Bloomfield Christian Church. Rex is survived by two sons, Danny (Lu Ann) Howk of Bloomfield, Dean Howk of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; daughter, RaeAnne Sieren of Knoxville, Iowa; five grandchildren, Jennifer Thompson of Bloomfield, Iowa, Kelsey (Joe) Warren of Albia, Iowa, Brandon Sieren of Ottumwa, Iowa, Ryan (Annie) Howk of Irvine, California, Kyle Howk of Columbia, Missouri; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two baby granddaughters, Brittany and Kaitlin Howk; and three sisters, LaVelle Hubbard, Helen Ellenberger, and infant Fontelle Howk. Rex’s wish was to be cremated. A private family service will be held at a later date. A memorial has been established to the Davis County Music Boosters.

Rex Howk

June 2, 1930 - July 22, 2022