Rex Allen Dennis, 63, was shot and killed on September 25, 2025, in Lamar County. A Lumberton resident, he had worked in the oil fields and later drove cement trucks. He was remembered as a husband, father of two sons named Allen and Buddy, and a doting grandfather who enjoyed time with his family and friends.

Authorities said the suspect in the shooting was one of his sons, but reports available immediately after the incident did not specify which son or detail any formal charges. The Lamar County Sheriff’s Department opened an investigation into the killing.

If anyone knew Rex or has information about the events on September 25, please come forward to assist the investigation.