1949-2021
John Elliot Childs passed away May 7, 2021, of natural causes due to reoccurring illness. He was born in Spanish Fork, Utah, Oct. 11, 1949, to Ned Childs and Elma Childs.
He was a proud dad, husband, brother, friend and pyrotechnic. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, member of multiple pyrotechnic associations, served on the education council for a local school district and member of the United Steelworkers of America Locals for over 30 years.
John’s working career was spent between Kaiser Aluminum and a professional pyrotechnic throwing great firework shows. He traveled across the states visiting family and friends.
He is survived by wife Kristin of 11 years; two brothers Tom and Richard; son Douglas (Heather) Childs, daughter Tisha Childs. He is also survived by his five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, all of whom he loved dearly; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews who were all his favorites. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother and two sisters.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, May 15, 2021, at 11 a.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 6901 224th Street East, Spanaway, Washington.