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Meredith Childress (variants Childres, Childreth) was likely the son of a Native American (Saponi) woman and Creed Childress b ca 1746 Goochland VA. If not Native American by blood, then certainly by adoption & marriage with Goings (Saponi). He married the daughter of Aggy and Moses Going Sr, Mary Going, Saponi, 23 Dec 1791 Henrico VA. He was mentioned and named executor in the 1803 Henrico VA will of his wife's maternal grandfather David Going Sr, along with his wife's brother David - son of Moses Sr but known as David Jr for his grandfather. It does not appear he ever claimed the KY land rec'd for his military service (200 acres). Meredith Childress was surety for the 1795 marriage of his wife's sister Anne Going to Dudley Minor, and witness at his brother Patrick's 1797 marriage to his wife's sister Nancy Going, in Henrico VA.
Patrick Childress married Nancy Going (variant Goyne) Henrico VA 12 Dec 1797. Patrick and Nancy married with consent of her mother Aggy Goyne; his brother Meredith Childress attested to Patrick's age, and Dudley Minor, husband of Nancy's sister Anne, was witness to consent and surety. Military: War of 1812, drafted 1813 [Louisa VA]; 1813 16 Feb - 25 Mar; 1 May - 3 Jul; 24-31 Jul; 18 Aug 1813 - 23 Mar 1814; Pvt Patrick Childers, 1 mo service, detailed to work in boats; Pvt Patrick Childress, 1 mo 24 days, deserted; 1860 VA Augusta: Patrick Childress Widows declaration. She was then ca age 80, resident of Waynesboro. Husband drafted Louisa VA Aug 1813. Husband died and she is still a widow.
Goen / Going / Gowan Childress was the son of Mary Going (1770 - aft 1820?) Monacan / Saponi (Eastern Sioux) of Louisa VA and Meredith Childress (?1765 - ?) of Henrico VA who was a six year veteran of the Revolutionary War on the Virginia Continental line.
David Childress was born in 1803 in VA, and was buried at Chickamauga Cemetery in Chickamauga, Walker County, GA. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember David Childress.
Levi Childress
Levi Childress was born on October 28, 1805 in South Carolina United States of America, and died at age 74 years old in 1879 in Hill County, TX. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Levi Childress.
H. K. W. Childress was the son of Orpha Eliza Box (1799 - 1871) and Goen Childress (1798 - 1870). He married first, Marshall MS 18 Mar 1873 to Martha Eliza Bell; second Fulton GA 17 Feb 1891 to Mary Julia Gay.
Commodore R. Childress was born on September 14, 1845 in Walker County, GA, and died at age 66 years old on March 14, 1912. Commodore Childress was buried at Chickamauga Cemetery in Chickamauga. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Commodore R. Childress.
Nancy Ward Childress
Nancy Ward Childress was born in 1850. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Nancy Ward Childress.
Paul J Childress of Stanislaus County, California United States was born circa 1852. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Paul J Childress.
Ivan C Childress of Bastrop County, Texas United States was born circa 1855. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Ivan C Childress.
Robert W Childress of Surry County, North Carolina United States was born circa 1855. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Robert W Childress.
Jack Childress of Union County, South Carolina United States was born circa 1855. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Jack Childress.

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Lana J Childress of TX was born circa 1948. Lana Childress was married to William D. Childress on June 22, 1970 in Wichita County, TX. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Lana J. (Hargrove) Childress.
Jeromy was married to Kristen L Hampton and they had children Kelsey and Jesse.
Lela (Childress) Deatley of Palatine, Illinois United States was born to Lois J Childress and Douglas Childress, and has siblings Mark Childress, Karen (Deatley), David Knerien, and Garnette Gaspard. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Lela Deatley.
Hazel (Nichols) Childress was in a relationship with Dawson Childress, and has children Douglas Childress, carl childress, Ronald childress, and Tina Traxler. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Hazel (Nichols).
Lois lived in a little town known as Mangham, Louisiana. It was a small town where she resided with her husband Douglas, and her grandchild, Tommy. They shared a small trailer on about an acre of land. She had a sister named Dorthy and 5 children: David, Lela, Garnette, Mark, and Karen.
Douglas Eugene Childress of 5 rattlesnake rd, in Mangham, Louisiana United States was born on April 21, 1929 to Dawson Childress and Hazel (Nichols). He had siblings carl childress, Ronald childress, and Tina Traxler. He married Lois J Childress, and had children Garnette Gaspard, Mark Childress, Lela Deatley, Karen (Deatley), and David Knerien. Douglas Childress died at age 68 years old on January 11, 1998.
Tina (Childress) Traxler was born to Dawson Childress and Hazel (Nichols), and has siblings Douglas Childress, carl childress, and Ronald childress. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Tina Traxler.
Dawson Childress was born on October 23, 1910. He was in a relationship with Hazel (Nichols), and had children Douglas Childress, carl childress, Ronald childress, and Tina Traxler. Dawson Childress died at age 50 years old in March 1961. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Dawson Childress.
Ronald Childress was born to Dawson Childress and Hazel (Nichols), and has siblings Douglas Childress, carl childress, and Tina Traxler. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Ronald childress.
Carl Childress was born to Dawson Childress and Hazel (Nichols), and has siblings Douglas Childress, Ronald childress, and Tina Traxler. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember carl childress.
Mark Steven Childress of 82 Bonura Dr, in Saint Rose, Louisiana United States was born to Lois J Childress and Douglas Childress, and has siblings Lela Deatley, Karen (Deatley), David Knerien, and Garnette Gaspard. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Mark Childress.
Alvin Childress
Alvin Childress - Wikipedia Alvin Childress (September 15, 1907 – April 19, 1986) was an American actor, who is best known for playing the cab driver Amos Jones in the 1950s television comedy series Amos 'n Andy.
Melissa May (Childress) Upton of Louisville, Kentucky United States was born on May 7, 1964. Melissa Upton got married to Rick Albert Upton on July 17, 1981 in Louisville, Jefferson County, and has children Lisa Marie Yocum, Ricky Allen Upton, Maricka Michelle Upton, and Derick Michael Upton. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Melissa Upton.
Cynthia K Childress of Wichita Falls, Wichita County, TX was born on February 23, 1949, and died at age 52 years old on August 16, 2001.
Darrell L Childress of Covington, Hill County, TX was born on May 4, 1929. Darrell Childress was married to Alta A. (Davis) Childress on November 14, 1970 in Hill County, TX, and died at age 72 years old on June 12, 2001.
Norma G (Childress) Childress of Haskell, Haskell County, Texas was born on October 5, 1939, and died at age 37 years old in December 1976.
Katie Childress of Austin, Travis County, TX was born on July 2, 1917. Katie Childress was married to Raymond H. Childress on September 29, 1973 in Caldwell County, TX, and died at age 84 years old on January 2, 2002.
Julius P Childress of Elkin, Surry County, North Carolina was born on August 19, 1922, and died at age 63 years old in March 1986.
Gurney G Childress of Dobson, Surry County, NC was born on July 12, 1915, and died at age 82 years old on May 17, 1998.
Willie B Childress of Houston, Harris County, TX was born on March 14, 1946, and died at age 62 years old on October 6, 2008. Willie Childress was buried at Houston National Cemetery Section S1 Site 813 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, in Houston.

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Born Jennifer Sue Childress in Santa Barbara, California to Oren Lee Childress and Billie Jean McGee or Magee married prior to her birth both parents were enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Jenny is what here friends called her. She had a wonderful demeanor going out of her way to help those in need every chance she could. She married Randy Wilson Stoddard just after the birth of her first son William E. W. Stoddard but soon divorced. Six years later she had another child with Ray Charles Phillips named Seth C. L. D. Phillips. Jennifer was a friend to all and helped many people as a certified nurse. She married Greg Higgins in 1989 at the Rose Garden in Boise, Idaho. Jennifer Sue Childress passed under suspicious circumstances at St. Al's hospital November of 2005, funeral was held in Boise by her children.
Sister to Jennifer Higgins and Aunt to William E. W. Stoddard Sr and Seth C.L.D. Phillips
Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Billie Jean Magee.
Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Rodney Childress.
Dorothy Madaris Childress was born on July 14, 1923 in Walker County, GA. She was in a relationship with James Harold Childress, and had children Patricia Sue Childress Slack Spurling, Ronnie Childress, and Peggy Childress Harp. Dorothy Childress died at age 86 years old on March 7, 2010, and was buried at Grand Center Cemetery in Rossville. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Dorothy Madaris Childress.
James Harold Childress of Rossville, Walker County, Georgia was born on December 12, 1920 to Noah W. Childress and Laura Shaver. He was in a relationship with Dorothy Madaris Childress, and had children Patricia Sue Childress Slack Spurling, Ronnie Childress, and Peggy Childress Harp. James Childress died at age 59 years old in January 1980, and was buried at Grand Center Cemetery in Rossville.
Terrie A (Childress) Mcdonald of TX was born circa 1957. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Terrie A. (Childress) Mcdonald.
All I know was he was my mother's father, a U.S. Marine
Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Alfred Monro Childress.
Reshay M Childress of El paso County, TX was born circa 1969. Reshay Childress was married to Jaanai M. (Iverson) Childress on September 15, 1990 in El paso County, TX. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Reshay M. Childress.
Houston Childress was born on October 2, 1931. He was in a relationship with Anna Lee (Scarberry) Tucker, and they were together until Houston's death in December 1962. Houston Childress had children Hobart Roscoe Childress, Rodney Childress, Randall Dean Tucker, and Allen Tucker. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Houston Childress.
Melissa May (Childress) Upton of Louisville, Kentucky United States was born on May 7, 1964. Melissa Upton got married to Rick Albert Upton on July 17, 1981 in Louisville, Jefferson County, and has children Lisa Marie Yocum, Ricky Allen Upton, Maricka Michelle Upton, and Derick Michael Upton. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Melissa Upton.
Dawson Childress was born on October 23, 1910. He was in a relationship with Hazel (Nichols), and had children Douglas Childress, carl childress, Ronald childress, and Tina Traxler. Dawson Childress died at age 50 years old in March 1961. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Dawson Childress.
Thelma J Childress of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, OK was born on June 23, 1920, and died at age 86 years old on August 28, 2006.
Terrie Ann (Childress) Mcdonald was born in 1957 in Longview, Gregg County, Texas United States. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Terrie Ann (Childress) Mcdonald.
Memories and Condolences IN THE CARE OF× McGilley & Sheil Funeral Home & Cremation Services Obituary banner image OBITUARY Barbara Krebs AUGUST 5, 1929 – NOVEMBER 27, 2013 Obituary of Barbara Krebs PLAY TRIBUTE MOVIE Barbara C. Krebs, 84, of Independence, MO passed away November 27, 2013. Visitation Fri., Dec. 6, 2013 from 6-8pm with Rosary recited at 7:30pm at the McGilley & Sheil Chapel. Mass of Christian burial 9:30am Sat. at Nativity Catholic Church (10010 E. 40 HWY, Indep.) with interment following in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Barbara started her Neighborhood Watch Program, Rockcreek #7 & was their President for 20 years. She volunteered at the 1859 jail in Indep., MO, was a part of the Red Hats Society, as well as a member of Nativity’s Altar Society. Barbara loved bowling, golf & ceramics. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Paul. She is survived by her son, Daniel Krebs & his fiancée, Alison; three grandchildren, Matt Krebs, Jeff Krebs & Nicole Krebs and two great grandchildren, Tristen & Braden Krebs. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice or the American Diabetes Assoc. Online condolences may be left at www.mcgilleysheil.com. Arr: McGilley & Sheil Chapel, 11924 E. 47th St., KCMO 64133. generic-floral-icon-dm-2 SEND FLOWERS ADD A MEMORY RECEIVE NOTIFICATIONS Services Visitation Friday, December 6, 2013 Rosary Service Friday, December 6, 2013 Funeral Service Saturday, December 7, 2013 RECEIVE NOTIFICATIONS SHOW YOUR SUPPORT Memories Barbara Krebs ALL MEMORIES FROM THE FAMILY SEND FLOWERS Linda Hanley December 7, 2013 Barbara will be missed very much by those in the Red Hat group, we enjoyed her company & are sad she is no longer with us. Patti Miles December 7, 2013 Danny & family, We have truly lost a great one to the angels. I will always remember Aunt Barbara in the basement doing ceramics with us amatures. We knew nothing & she made us all feel like special artists. She made everyone she was near feel special. Her smile and her laughter will always be in my heart. Take care of yourselves and know we will all be watched over by 2 mother angels. December 6, 2013 Dear Danny and Family, What a beautiful lady she was. I was so very fortunate to have her in my life. What a great example she was.Always kind and full of love. Blessings always. Jude and Den Mereghetti Chris Krebs December 6, 2013 Dan and family - I have many warm memories of your Mom and Grandma. It was such a treat to visit Kansas City almost every year as a kid and stay with you guys. You were all so welcoming, it truly felt like a second home. This is how I will always remember my Aunt Barbara. Although she will be missed, take comfort in her loving memories. Peace and God bless you all. December 5, 2013 Dear Danny, My prayers are with you and your family. Mom is a Great person in the arms of God. Everything is going be alright. Peace be to you and your family. Herb Bankston. Jennifer Kiely December 5, 2013 Barb was a personal inspiration to me. She inspired me to get involved in the Rock Creek South Neighborhood through her articles in the newsletter. I cannot express what a powerful impact she has had on this small corner of SW Independence. She took ownership of her community and made ideas happen. I am honored to have known her. She was an amazing woman! December 5, 2013 Danny - have sent you a personal note, but want you to know that we're sending our best thoughts and prayers your way. Your Mom's smiling face will always be on my mind and in my heart. . . Cousin Janet Tony & Jamie December 5, 2013 Danny, We are so sorry to hear about your Mother. I know my Parents thought the world of her. I will always remember she always seemed to have a smile on her face. Truly a good person that will be missed by many! December 5, 2013 there is know one as sweet and kind as Grammys,remember all the fun and laughter our thoughts are with you and your whole family. GOD bless and GODS speed December 4, 2013 Danny, so sorry about your mother,I know how much you loved your parents your friend patty holler Learn more about the Krebs name SEND FLOWERS ADD A MEMORY RECEIVE UPDATES ABOUT US CONTACT US CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF SERVICE ACCESSIBILITY DO NOT CALL © 2020 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. With over 2,000 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year.
Lisa L (Wickelhaus) Childress was born on April 6, 1961 in Cincinnati, Ohio United States to Beverly Braman. She married Richard L Childress on October 16, 1990. They had a child Emily L Childress. She would also marry Michael Williamson and they later divorced. They had children Michael S Williamson and Christina L Williamson. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Lisa L (Wickelhaus) Childress.
Richard L Childress was born on May 22, 1960. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Richard L Childress.
Emily L Childress was born on June 23, 1990 in Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio United States to Lisa L (Wickelhaus) Childress and Richard L Childress. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Emily L Childress.
Nancy Ward Childress
Nancy Ward Childress was born in 1850. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Nancy Ward Childress.

Childress Death Records & Life Expectancy

The average age of a Childress family member is 70.0 years old according to our database of 8,871 people with the last name Childress that have a birth and death date listed.

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70.0 years

Oldest Childresses

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Gertrude H Childress of Exchange, Braxton County, WV was born on February 15, 1894, and died at age 106 years old on May 11, 2000.
106 years
Nettie J Childress of Millington, Shelby County, TN was born on September 25, 1887, and died at age 105 years old in April 1993.
105 years
Catherine Childress of Detroit, Wayne County, MI was born on November 22, 1899, and died at age 104 years old on March 4, 2004.
104 years
Joseph M Childress of Marion, Crittenden County, KY was born on December 29, 1893, and died at age 104 years old on May 21, 1998.
104 years
Eugene H Childress of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, OK was born on June 3, 1894, and died at age 103 years old on February 1, 1998.
103 years
Susie Mildred Childress was born to Maud "Freeman" Childress and had five sisters including Susie Mildred Childress and Lilly Freeman. I was part of her life for 10 and a half years when she died, I'm 15 now, and she always had the most interesting crazy stories, as does her son Don L Childress Sr. I love her so much!
104 years
Nell Childress of Franklin, Simpson County, Kentucky was born on September 17, 1883, and died at age 103 years old in January 1987.
103 years
Cornelia Childress of Marion, Crittenden County, KY was born on December 12, 1902, and died at age 103 years old on June 29, 2006.
103 years
Bernice R Childress of South Bend, St Joseph County, Indiana was born on July 31, 1907, and died at age 102 years old on July 17, 2010.
102 years
Maggie O Childress of Mount Airy, Surry County, NC was born on March 22, 1897, and died at age 103 years old on September 6, 2000.
103 years
Bessie P Childress of Germantown, Shelby County, TN was born on January 9, 1891, and died at age 102 years old on September 15, 1993.
102 years
Mary Childress of Maryville, Blount County, Tennessee was born on August 9, 1882, and died at age 101 years old in July 1984.
101 years
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Hi, my name is charla charise my mom was rita k. risner, i just found out that charles earnest childress is my birth father. and i would give anything to know something about him, all i know about him is his name and he was born 1941-42 and him and my mom were married, april 22,1966 in parker county tx. please if ne one knows any of these answers contact me at [contact link].. :-)
my nan emigrated to the us in 1912 she was living in Detroit and married a Charles childress on or around 1915.
charles was the adopted son of john childress occupation butcher.
my nans maiden name was witham.
they were married for five years and had 3 children dorothy charles and
charles snr died on Christmas day 1920 or around that time there was an article written in the local paper as he was burnt when his Santa suite caught fire he died of his injury's

my nan returned to England some time after this

if any one has any further information or photos

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