Remembering @sparksalot

[Corrie]

We regret to inform folks that we recently lost a longtime friend of Overland Bound. Rex Drake @Sparksalot was a wonderful contributor and citizen of these forums and he will be greatly missed.

He was an avid camper and outdoorsman and then overlanding caught his eye back in 2019. A friend of his mentioned the tear drop trailer he towed was completely built by his own hands when his daughter was younger so they could explore the outdoors together. He documented his vehicle buildout and thought process in his own build thread and all you have to do is read a few posts to understand the time and passion he put into his work.

In Hot Pursuit

Not only 2WD, but with a twist. My overlanding rig was a highway patrol interceptor in is former life. It’s complete with a police suspension, including a 3 inch drop, a G80 rear locker, and speed rated tires. It’s fun on and off road. So far, I’ve done several tours through the Texas hill...

www.overlandbound.com

Our condolences to his family and friends.

 

[grubworm]

I met Rex on the OB forum and later my wife and I met up with him and did a week long trip with him at Black Gap (outside Big Bend). Super cool guy who just had a great outlook on life. Extremely talented and equally kind...definitely one of those guys who makes your life better for having known him...

(Rex had "thecopcar"...he got a Tahoe police cruiser and converted it to an overland rig. He had funny stories of driving on the highway and people slowing down and getting over for him thinking he was a highway patrol. Rex also had a very good sense of humor!)

 

[MOAK]

Sad, too young to go, I wish I had met him.

 

[roots66]

Rex and I started the original Central Texas monthly meetup many years ago. At times, he (and Molly the overland hound) and I were the only ones there. Although we never made any long trips together, we had several good times together on local trips each year. He was always upbeat and ready for an adventure and an integral part of every trip or meeting. Nothing will be the same without him and our whole family will miss him.

 

[Rav4_Overland]

Rex was an amazing person, radio guru, avid adventurer and all around awesome guy. We went on many trips together and he will be missed greatly.

 

[RJemal]

It was great to meet you and Molly, Rex. Gonna miss that Dutch oven peach cobbler .

 

[MuckSavage]

Godspeed Rex! We'll see you on the next great adventure!

 

[OTH Overland]

Never had a chance to meet him in person, but very much respected his opinions and enjoyed having the chance to chat with him online. A he was a valuable asset to Overland Bound

 

[highboy4x4]

We regret to inform folks that we recently lost a longtime friend of Overland Bound. Rex Drake @Sparksalot was a wonderful contributor and citizen of these forums and he will be greatly missed.

He was an avid camper and outdoorsman and then overlanding caught his eye back in 2019. A friend of his mentioned the tear drop trailer he towed was completely built by his own hands when his daughter was younger so they could explore the outdoors together. He documented his vehicle buildout and thought process in his own build thread and all you have to do is read a few posts to understand the time and passion he put into his work.

In Hot Pursuit

Not only 2WD, but with a twist. My overlanding rig was a highway patrol interceptor in is former life. It’s complete with a police suspension, including a 3 inch drop, a G80 rear locker, and speed rated tires. It’s fun on and off road. So far, I’ve done several tours through the Texas hill...

www.overlandbound.com

Our condolences to his family and friends.

Sad to hear of the loss of Rex. I never met him but liked his humor and contributions.

PRESENT ARMS
“End of Watch”

 

[ThundahBeagle]

What the -?
Angels and ministers of Grace hold him.
Never met him but followed his build and enjoyed his posts.
Hope to see you at the big one.

 

[Rav4_Overland]

It was great to meet you and Molly, Rex. Gonna miss that Dutch oven peach cobbler .

Going to have to make some Dutch oven cobbler in memory of him.

 

[El-Dracho]

That's sad news. Unfortunately, I never got to know him personally, but I followed his posts here in the forums.

Condolences to his family and friends.

 

[roots66]

The Texas Hill Country trip will never be the same without you, Rex. Enjoy the heavenly bluebonnets, my friend.

 

[ZombieCat]

Although I didn’t have the honor of meeting Rex, I’ve read and enjoyed his contributions to the OB forums for many years. Godspeed, Sir!

 

[Tennpenn83]

Rex lived less than a mile from me. He was the one that introduced me to the monthly meetup and the annual blue bonnet tour after i joined OB. He knew my whole family and was an asset to this community. We had spent many hours talking about trucks and overlanding and just life in general.

Good dude. Will be missed.

 

[2WheelRob]

Rex was one of my best friends, I got to know him well and I am quite sure that he was one of the best people I know. Always had a story to tell. He will be greatly missed by many.

 

[loper]

Sad news.

 

[Kevin_e78d80]

Rex was one of my best friends, I got to know him well and I am quite sure that he was one of the best people I know. Always had a story to tell. He will be greatly missed by many.

Hey Rob, all the messages disappeared and no one is here at the park today. I came at 930, though. Did everyone leave already?

 

[Tennpenn83]

Great meeting with everyone showing up to say goodbye to our friend. Thank you all for taking the time out of your day to remember him.

 

[Rav4_Overland]

Had a great turnout yesterday for Rex. It was a pleasure seeing those of you who attended.