Childress, Benny Dale

Childress, Benny Dale 2Benny Childress, age 67 passed on January 26, 2025. He was born in Radford, Virginia to James B Childress and Frances Kathleen Wright King Childress. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Danny Lee King and Ricky Childress.

Benny was a mountain man. He loved to fish, gathered ginseng, and loved all animals, Cats, dogs, racoons, it didn’t matter. He was Bob Dylan’s number one fan and was able to see “A Complete Unknown” at the theater on Christmas Day with his family. Benny was a poet, a story teller, loved to talk, had good since of humor, and he would bike daily for several miles. He was talented in construction work of all types (drywall, plumbing, electric, painting, etc.).

His health declined in the last several years, but he kept a good sense of humor. Thanks to Mark and Tracey Shirley, Dan Moliver, Billy Wirt, Billy Bishop, and Junior Atkinson for their friendships.

He is survived by his sisters Rita Carter, Debra King, Lila Hogan (Dean); brother Eddie King (Nancy); cats Mickey and Daisy; and many nieces and nephews.

“When you’re sad and lonely and you haven’t got a friend, just remember that death is not the end.” -Bob Dylan

There are no services at this time for Mr. Childress. A guestbook is available to send condolences to the family by visiting www.kendallfuneralhome.com. The staff of Kendall Funeral Home is honored to serve the Childress family.

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