James Childers Jr.

James Childers Jr. (12/1/1933-12/27/2020) was born in Ashcamp, Kentucky and spent most of his life in Youngstown, Ohio. He served in the Army in the 1950’s in Germany, whose position was replaced by Elvis Presley. While earning a degree in Bachelor’s of Science at Youngstown State University, he worked nights at Lustig's Florsheim Shoes in Youngstown. Following his degree, he created Radi-O-Sound Communications Company, providing electronic devices to homes, and large municipalities such as hospitals and schools.
After contracting COVID while in rehabilitation for a fractured pelvis, he died peacefully from heart failure. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 69 years, Helen Jo Childers where they met in Kentucky and married as teenagers. The two built a life, every-step-of-the way-together, in Youngstown and as his wife once said, “we never looked back.” He also leaves behind his adored children Sabrina Childers, Dennis Childers (wife Bea Luna), and Lisa Childers; his much-loved grandchildren Nick Childers, Elena Childers, and Casey Childers, who will forever miss their Papaw; and his brothers Billy Childers (deceased), Jerry Childers, and a sister Liz Looney. Additionally he leaves behind an extended family, Peggy Millard of New York; extended family throughout Kentucky and Florida; and was blessed with a wealth of good friends in Youngstown who were like a family to him. Those around him, family and friends, proved his good character and unconditional love. We are saddened but eternally grateful for this, he is missed and will always be remembered. Due to COVID, there will be a viewing for immediate family. A Memorial will take place when safe gatherings are possible.