U.S. Marine Corps · United States 
Gerald D Rex
2009
Gerald Rex served the U.S. Marine Corps for 3 years. Gerald served in the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Natural
Cause
Natural disease, unspecified
Mechanism
Aircraft
9/11 related illness
What Happened
Lieutenant Gerald Rex died from illnesses caused by inhaling toxic materials while partaking in the rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site, following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Lieutenant Rex had served with the New York City Police Department for 38 years and was assigned to Patrol Borough Manhattan South.
Lieutenant Rex had served with the New York City Police Department for 38 years and was assigned to Patrol Borough Manhattan South.
Lieutenant Rex had served with the New York City Police Department for 38 years and was assigned to Patrol Borough Manhattan South.
Lieutenant Rex had served with the New York City Police Department for 38 years and was assigned to Patrol Borough Manhattan South.
Survivors
He is survived by his wife and two children.
Service Record
U.S. Marine Corps
1964 – 1967
Conflicts
Vietnam War
Cold War
Also Served
New York City Police Department
Lieutenant
In Our Keeping
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August 2, 2026
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