Former Indiana Republican Party Chairman Rex Early has passed away.
Sources tell Indy Politics that Early had been fighting an illness and died Friday.
Early was a candidate for Governor back in the 1990s and chaired the Donald Trump campaign in Indiana back in 2016.
Governor Eric Holcomb issued the following statement:
“Rex was truly one of a kind—and most everyone who knew him would agree—Thank God for that. As a man of many eras, he was the Indiana Republican Party’s Iron Man. His support was coveted. From dog catcher to U.S. President, lines formed at his door for an endorsement. His wit was a weapon that could take over a room, or torpedo a campaign. He wore the ring, and just preferred you kiss it. Early, and Holcomb family roots run deep in Knox County Indiana, which probably means we’re somehow related. For that, I’ll forever be proud, and grateful to have known Rex, whose loyalty and devotion to our state and nation will never be surpassed. A true Marine, he fought up until his last stand and will forever be missed with a smile. Until we meet again, all Hail Rex.”
The story will be updated.
Photo: The Statehouse File
