March 19, 2024

Rex Miskimins

Sept. 24, 2016

Rex Miskimins of Rock Creek Lake, Kellogg, died Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016, at the age of 89. He was the son of Frank and Zeola Miskimins of Seymour.

He earned a BS in education from Drake University and an MA in school administration from Truman State University to prepare him for his lifelong profession of teaching, coaching and serving as a school administrator. He began his career at a rural school in Wayne County. He also taught in Plover, Mt. Ayr and Colfax, and served as a principal in the Newton-Kellogg school system from 1961-1987. His interests of toy collecting, antique dolls and old cars gave him immense pleasure.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bette; and brothers, Close, Harold and Wendell.

In accordance with Rex’s wishes, his body has been cremated and no formal services will take place.