Jesse Charles Rector

Jesse Charles Rector, known affectionately as Chuck to his family and friends, was born on March 6, 1961, in Athens, Texas, to the late Charles Autry Rector and Sherry Nell Thomas Daniels. Raised in East Texas, he later made his home in the Rockwall area before residing in Terrell for the past eight years. Throughout his career, Chuck worked in auto finance, serving at several companies including GE Capital and, most recently, Westlake Financial for 14 years. He found great joy in fishing and in the company of his loved ones.

Chuck passed away on March 7, 2026, one day after his 65th birthday. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Sonia Rector of Terrell; their children and spouses, Jessica and John Roos of Forney, and Janson and Rainie Rector of Waco; his grandchildren, Jaylee, Jazlyn, Jembry, Jonah, Tristan, and Behren; five siblings; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family members.

A small, intimate celebration of his life will be held by invitation in the near future.