Jean Trent Davidson Childress

Jean Trent Davidson Childress, age 87, of Gladys, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Born on October 21, 1938, in Amherst, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Charlie Franklin Trent and Rosa Eller Trent. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Earl James “Pete” Childress; her son, Ronald Davidson; daughter-in-law, Patricia Davidson; and eight siblings.

Jean was a longtime and faithful member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. She was known for her kind heart, generous spirit, and deep love for her family and friends. Jean loved cooking and baking cakes for those she cared about, and she especially enjoyed spending time outdoors planting flowers and tending to her yard. She was the kind of person who would give the shirt off her back to help someone in need and was always willing to share whatever she had with others. Jean also dearly loved her cat, “Boots,” who brought her much comfort and companionship.

She is survived by her son, Timothy Wayne Davidson (Lynn); four grandchildren, Kimberly Spraker (Ryan Burks), Terry Davidson, Tommy Davidson, and Brandy Davidson Meador (Nick); four great-grandchildren, Terrence Burks, Gage Meador, Brody Meador, and Kelsey Davidson; daughter-in-law, Donna Cox; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Whitten Timberlake Chapel with Pastor Donnie Stevens officiating. The family will receive friends following the memorial service at Jean’s home, 7661 Red House Rd, Gladys, VA 24554.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to her niece, Vickie T. Harlow, daughter-in-law, Donna Cox, and best friend, Brenda Bartley, for all of their help, care, and support during Jean’s illness. Their love and strength meant so much to Jean and her family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society at American Cancer Society.