Leo Henry Childress Jr.

Leo attended Phillips High School in Phillips, TX where he participated in Football, Basketball, Track and Choir. His ambition as quoted “To get a good college education and become a success in the field I choose. “ He also graduated from University of Houston with Bachelor’s Degree in Business.

He enlisted in the Army August 25, 1969, where he received, Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Army Aviator Badge and Air Medal. Leo was also a Lifetime Teamster Brother of Local Union No. 988

He is preceded in death by parents, Leo Henry, Sr. and Sennie Celester Childress. Survived by: his only Sister Lajuanna and Husband Glenn Zimmerman and nieces Janie, Donna and Katie. Daughter; Belinda and Husband Larry Jaramillo and children, Larry, Jr. and Justin. Daughter; Keri Garcia and children, Michael and Nicole. Son, Robert Rene and wife Natalie Childress and children, Robert Jr., Vanessa, Valerie and Victoria. Son, Stephen Richard Childress and children, Orlando, Alexia, Alyssa and Aliza. Step Son and Daughters, Freddie, Janice and Kathy. He is also survived by many Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews and many close friends.

That man is a success –

Who has lived well, laughed often and loved much;

Who has gained respect of intelligent men and the love of children;

Who has filled his niche and accomplished his task;

Who leaves the world better than he found it;

Who has never lacked appreciation of earth’s beauty or failed to express it;

Who looked for the best in others and gave the best he had.

On behalf of the Childress Family, We want to express our gratitude and appreciation for all the kind words, prayers and heartfelt gestures each one of you have given us during this difficult time. Special Thanks goes out to Pastor Glenn Harding for his spiritual support and Grandview Memorial Director, Charles Wilson for going above and beyond in accommodating our family.