Ronald James "Jim" Childs
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Ronald James "Jim" Childs

  • August 7, 1932 - February 15, 2013
  • Venice, Florida
  • Venice Area Mobile Meals, Inc.
    920 Tamiami Trail S.
    Venice, FL 34285
  • TideWell Hospice Inc.
    5955 Rand Blvd.
    Sarasota, FL 34238
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“We will miss you uncle Jim XOXO sherry Clifton ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Sherry Clifton - Ottawa - Family

“We will miss you uncle Jim XOXO sherry Clifton ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Sherry Clifton - Ottawa - Family

“This pilot, this navigator of the hevens, had a moral compass that led him to enrich the lives of all that knew him. ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: FRED and PHYLLIS BELAIRE ottawa

“RIP, Captain Jim So saddened to read of your passing this morning in the NJ Herald You were a real gentleman, a treasured friend, and an awesome...Read More » ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: pat - branchville, NJ - friend

“Marilyn, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I know he meant the world to you. As Captain Childs flies west on to blue skies, please...Read More » ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Traey Liggett - Merritt Island, FL

“Dear Marilyn, So very sorry to hear of you losing your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. Hugs ~ Leanne Ogden ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: Leanne Ogden - Madison, AL

“Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in each other, and laugh and cry over all the fond memories I know you...Read More » ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Natalie Judge - Osterville, MA

“I will carry in my heart the lifetime of wonderful memories you created. My world will never be the same without you. Blue Skies and tailwinds,...Read More » ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Marilyn Rhude - Sandwich, MA



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Ronald James "Jim" Childs, age 80, of Venice, Florida, formerly of Sparta, New Jersey, died on February 15, 2013 in Venice, Florida. He was born in Toronto, Canada on August 7, 1932. He served as a pilot in the RCAF. After leaving the service, Jim was a pilot for United Airlines, retiring in 1992.

Jim enjoyed volunteering for Meals on Wheels and Habitat for Humanity. He also enjoyed biking, boating, and flying. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed.

Jim is survived by his wife, Irene, of Venice; son Steven Childs (Jean) of Marietta, GA; daughter Marilyn Rhude of Sandwich, MA; step children Barbara Fox (Russell) of Mooresville, NC and Kathleen Gianniti of Milford, CT; grandchildren Mackenzie, Ryan, Paul James, Christopher, and Lauren, and brother Edward Childs (Leslie) of Amherst, Nova Scotia. Jim is predeceased by his first wife, Margaret.

A memorial gathering will be held at Farley Funeral Home, Venice Chapel, on Sunday, March 3rd. Visitation 2 – 3 PM; service at 3 PM.

Memorial donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238 or Venice Area Mobile Meals, Inc. 920 Tamiami Trail S., Venice, FL 34285.