She was born in Lynchburg on December 7, 1951, daughter of the late James E. Childress and Bessie C. Childress. In addition to her parents, a son, John Lewis Painter, III, preceded her in death as well as a brother, Mark Childress and a sister, Juanita Goldstein.
Dolly was a member of Jubilee Baptist Church and enjoyed singing in the choir and sewing.
In addition to her husband Tommy, she is survived by a daughter, Joanie P. Rankins (Harry); 4 brothers, Jim Childress (Charlotte), Wayne Childress (Margo), Roger Childress (Mary), and Ken Childress (Peggy); a sister, Diana Massie and 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
There will be a celebration of life at 6:00 pm on Thursday, June 22, 2021 at Jubilee Baptist Church.