Rex Schowengerdt: A Life in Nature | Topeka News

Topeka News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

A beloved 73-year-old Kansas City man, Rex Schowengerdt, died after a massive 45-pound rock smashed through his Jeep’s roof while he was on a family trip in Glacier National Park. Despite the horrific accident, his wife recalled him smiling — at peace, doing what he loved. A lifelong outdoorsman and devoted husband of 50 years, Rex inspired his family to cherish nature’s beauty and left behind a legacy of quiet kindness. His family now faces heartbreaking costs for transport and medical bills, and they’ve launched a fundraiser to help his wife. A memorial celebration honoring his love of the…