Eschol Childers

October 9, 1920 - April 21, 2014

Beattyville, KY- Eschol Childers, age 93, passed away Monday, April 21, 2014 at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center in Lexington KY. Eschol was born October 9, 1920 in the Wide Creek community of Beattyville, KY, a son of the late Zepheren and Melvie (Gabbard) Childers. He was a foundry worker, retiring from Elmont Manufacturing. He is survived by 4 sons; John Childers of Kingston, MI, Nelson (Amber) Childers of Port Hope, MI, Henry (Pat) Childers of Otisville, MI and Doug Childers of Drip Rock, KY, 4 brothers; Jack Childers, Otto Childers, Porter Childers and Oscar Childers all of Beattyville, KY and was blessed with lots of loving grandchildren, great- grandchildren and many other family members and friends. Along with his parent, Eschol was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years; Gladys (King) Childers, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 24, 2014 at 1:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home with Brother Mike Spencer officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 23, 2014 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Eschol will be laid to rest in the Childers Cemetery in Beattyville, KY. To leave the family a special message please visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.