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Gerald Childs Obituary
1939 - 2026
Sandy, UT-Gerald W. Childs, (86) passed away on the morning of January 24, 2026.
"Gerry" was born on August 8, 1939, in Ely, Nevada, moved to Roosevelt, Utah, and then Salt Lake City, where he attended South High School. He married Maureen Huettel in 1959 and served in the United States army. He attended school for automotive body and fender work, a skill he utilized to supplement his income while he served the City of Sandy as a Firefighter and EMT, where he rose to the rank of Battalion Chief. Gerry was a hero to so many people and was a much beloved member of the Sandy City community. He and Maureen raised two children, Suzanne and Rob, but divorced after 26 years of marriage. He remarried Sheri Duffin Lund in 1989 and enjoyed thirty-six years of marriage until he passed. Sheri has two children of her own, Lori and Brett.
Gerry is survived by his wife, Sheri, brother Vernon James Childs (Yvonne), daughter Suzanne Harris, York, South Carolina, son Robert Childs (Diane), Sandy, Utah, Stepdaughter Lori Neal (Kim) Moab, Utah, Stepson, Brett Lund, Sandy, Utah, Eight Grandchildren, and nine Great-grandchildren.
Gerry was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Hubert Childs, mother Edna Wanza Childs, Brother MerLynn Hubert Childs and brother Michael Lynn Childs.
A celebration of life service will be held on February 26, 2026, at Bicentennial Park indoor pavilion from 5:00 to 10:00 pm.
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Jan olheiser
February 24, 2026
Anytime you needed something done Gerry was there. A wonderful guy
Scott Averett
February 12, 2026
Sheri, I just found out about Gerry, I am so sorry for your loss
I have so many good memories working with him at the expo center. I loved him & enjoyed every day I was able to work with him
He will be missed dearly
I will make sure to attend his celebration of life, so I can give you a much-needed hug
Lynn Rico
February 1, 2026
Sending love and light your way Sheri. Gerry was such a sweet and loving guy. Rest in peace
Barbara Townsend
January 31, 2026
Gerry was one of the nicest fireman (captain) . Always kind, great smile, and always a joy to deal him at Sandy City. So very sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers to his wife and family.
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John Winder
January 30, 2026
I have found memories of Gerry. I got to know him as he served on the Sandy City Fire Dept. at the time I served on the City Council. He had such a fun and friendly personality. He once painted my '66 Ford Mustang, making it look brand new. I won't say anything about his expertise in setting off fire works on the Fourth of July, that's another story. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Wally Shelley
January 30, 2026
Sheri I am so sorry for your loss. I have a lot of great memories working with Gerry. So many memories come rushing in my head just thinking about Gerry most all great times with him as my Captain. Those were good old days with Sandy Fire. I hope to see you at his Celebration of Life
Rick Hofheins
January 29, 2026
So sorry to hear of your loss of Gerry,
He was my very first captain with Sandy Fire, and then I got to have him as my captain a second time in my career I was his engineer he will be sorely missed. He was one of my favorite captains.
Kay Hiatt
January 29, 2026
As a teenager,I was Suzanne and Rob's babysitter.I loved that family and have special memories! On snowy nights when Gerry took me home he would do donuts at the end of the street! He was always fun.I send my condolences to his wife and family.
Love,Kay Brown Hiatt
Fred Champneys
January 29, 2026
So sorry to hear of Gerry´s passing. Even today, every time I see a Sandy Fire Battalion Chief´s vehicle pass by, Gerry´s smiling face is what my mind sees. He was truly one of Sandy´s best respected firefighters and a good friend.
Lee Mackin
January 28, 2026
Have fond memories working with Gerry at the fire department
Susie Stillman
January 28, 2026
Oh Sheri. I just found out about Gerry. I am so very sorry for your loss. Gerry was one of the sweetest souls I have ever known. The world has lost a bright light without him in it. My heart breaks for you and your family.
Love, Susie
Wayne and Angela Jackman
January 27, 2026
Sorry we missed all of this and his celebration of life. Gerry will always be one my favorite people I´ve ever known
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