Johnston City-Donald A. Childers, 85, passed away at 12:15am on Tuesday, November 05, 2013 at Herrin Hospital
Donald was born May 11, 1928 in Union County to Larkin and Inez (Williams) Childers. He married Nellie Manus on September 20, 1947 in Piggott, Arkansas. They recently celebrated 66 years of marriage. She survives of Johnston City.
Donald retired from SI Power Cooperative and was an ordained Baptist minister for many years. He enjoyed ministering to nursing home.
Survivors include:
Wife-Nellie Childers
Sons:
Rufus Childers and wife Bev
Ralph Childers and wife Martha
Dewayne Childers and wife Carol
Daughter-Norma Rumsey and husband Harold
Grandchildren:
Kenny and Chrissy Childers
Dale Childers
Melissa and Micah Norris
Randy and Michelle Childers
Todd and Lindey Childers
Bonnie and Matt Norman
Sam and Lisa Mighell
Kevin and Samantha Mighell
Tammy and Rick Foutch
Kim and George Bechelli
17 great-grandchildren
One great-great grandchildren
Brothers:
Ray and Dorothy Childers
Bill and Connie Childers
He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Angie Childers and granddaughter-in-law, Jill Childers.
The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Connors, nurse Amy, Hospice of Southern Illinois and all that rendered special care to their father.
Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Friday, November 8, 2013 at Blue Funeral Home in Goreville with Pastor Bill Gholson officiating. Burial will follow at Anna City Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, November 8, 2013 from 11am until the time of service at the funeral home.
Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home/ PO Box 411/ Marion, IL 62959.