Obituary of Robert McClenton Childers

The family of Robert M. Childers Jr. sorrowfully announces his passing on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Robert most affectionately known as “Junebug” was born on August 3, 1947 to the late Margaret E. Johnson-Childers and the late Robert M. Childers Sr. in Bridgeton, NJ. He actively served in the United States Army from September 1966 until his honorable discharge in September 1972 and continued service in the Army reserves until 1974. During his service he earned the distinguished Purple Heart, National Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Service Star and Vietnam Campaign Medal. To cherish his memory he leaves, one son, Michael Childers-Brown (Lisa) of Bridgeton, NJ; two daughters, Benita Childers of Millville, NJ and Elizabeth Childers of Sicklerville, NJ. One step son, Cory Reaves of Vineland, NJ and a legacy of grand children and great-grandchildren. Four brothers, Herman (Juanita) Johnson of Connecticut. Gary Childers of Millville, Howard Childers of Bridgeton, NJ and Mark (Juanita) Childers of Vineland, NJ. Six sisters, Irene Childers of Delaware, Barbara Ann Childers of Vineland, NJ, Deborah and Margaret Childers (Preston), Gloria Childers-Palmer, and Janet (Willie) Childers-Peterson, all of Bridgeton, NJ. One aunt Cecilia Pierce of Millville, NJ. Two uncles Ronald (Lorraine) Johnson of Vineland, NJ and Milton Johnson of Salem, NJ and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. And a long time companion Jessica Cameron. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by one grandson, Delray Sadler, one brother, Michael Childers, and two brother in laws, Alfred Palmer and Charles Bell. Lovingly submitted by the family. A visitation will be held at the PADGETT FUNERAL HOME, 1107 State Highway 77, Upper Deerfield Twp. on Monday June 17th from 11 AM to 1 PM. Interment and Military Burial Honors will follow the visitation at Cumberland County Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 95 Trench Rd. in Hopewell Twp. Written condolences can be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.