Robert F. “Bob” Childress Sr., passed away peacefully on Monday, January 7, 2019 at the age of 79. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Betty H. Childress. Loving father of Rhonda C. Krawiec (John) and Robert F. Childress Jr. (Julie Boudreaux). Grandfather of Casey Childress (Anna). Great-grandfather of Kade Nichols and Hadley Mae Childress. Brother of Tommy Childress (Kim), Sal Lamonte (Johnna), Frankie Lamonte, and Nace Lamonte. Son of the late Murray S. Childress and Dorothy Lamonte. Also survived by other loving relatives and friends. Bob is a retired law enforcement officer with Jefferson Parish Sherriff and New Orleans (NOPD). He worked as security for Boomtown Casino for several years.
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations in his memory may be made to the Police Mutual Benevolent Association of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Saturday, January 19, 2018 beginning at 1pm followed by a Memorial Service at 3pm.