John "Jack" Milton Childers

July 17, 1944 - May 13, 2016

John "Jack" Milton Childers of Ironton, MO, passed away Friday, May 13th, at the age of 71 years, 9 months, and 26 days. He was born July 17th, 1944 to the late Clarence and Lucille Lotz Childers in Ironton. On June 16th, 1967 he was united in marriage to Susan Epperson. To this union two children were born. Jack, as he was known by so many, is survived by his loving wife Susan, two children; Amy Lynn Marsh and husband John of Ironton, Adam Childers and wife Michelle of Ironton, one brother, Robert Childers of Graniteville, a sister, Della Foster of Ironton, four grandchildren, and many loving friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, Dale Foster. Jack was a 1966 graduate of Ironton High School, and worked many years as an iron and lead miner to support his family. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 17th at 11:00am from the Cole Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be Monday, May 16th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at the Cole Family Funeral Home. Interment will be in the K of P Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.colefamilyfuneralhomes.com