Dean Edward Childress's obituary , Passed away on April 9, 2026 in Hays, North Carolina

Dean Edward Childress

May 16, 1951 - April 9, 2026 (74 years old)

Hays, North Carolina

Dean Edward Childress's obituary , Passed away on April 9, 2026 in Hays, North Carolina

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Miller Funeral Service, Inc.

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Dean Edward Childress

May 16, 1951 - April 9, 2026 (74 years old)

Hays, North Carolina

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Dean Edward Childress Obituary

In loving memory of Dean Edward Childress of Hays, North Carolina, who departed this world on April 9, 2026 at the age of 74. Dean leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Coy Nelson and Minnie Belcher Childress; and his siblings, Jimmy, Bill Childress, Margaret Kemp, Francis Bell and Mary Gamble.

He is survived by: his daughters, Sandy Johnson (Michael) of North Wilkesboro, Deana Wyatt (Rob) of North Wilkesboro and Tammy Dancy (Chris) of North Wilkesboro; his siblings, Thomas Childress, Paul Childress, Donnie Childress, Michael Childress and Pat Childress; his grandchildren, Will Johnson (Crystal) of Boomer, Luke Johnson of North Wilkesboro, Cali Johnson (Matt) of North Wilkesboro, Briley Wyatt of North Wilkesboro, Brodie Wyatt of North Wilkesboro, Hunter Dancy (Amber) of North Wilkesboro, Pfischer Dancy (Deandra) of North Wilkesboro, Elijah Dancy (Gabbe) of Millers Creek and Lilly Dancy (Kaleb) of North Wilkesboro; his great grandchildren, Bentley, Emsley, Shiloh, Sam, Camdyn, Koen and Karter; and his friends, Linda Sturgill and Sydney.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to SECU Hospice Home, 243 N. Lee Avenue, Yadkinville, NC 27055.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Miller Funeral Service, Inc.



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Apr 12

Visitation

Miller Funeral Service
180 Sparta Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659

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Apr 12

Funeral service

Miller Funeral Chapel
180 Sparta Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659

Mon

Apr 13

Graveside service

Mountlawn Memorial Park
196 Fan Key Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659

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