Mike Childress, 71, of Kansas City, MO passed away April 20, 2017. Private services will take place for the family. He was born January 4, 1946 in Independence, MO to Edward Duane (Sr.) and Margaret Louise (Horne) Childress. Mike was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Russell Childress. He is survived by two brothers, Darrell “Joe” and Edward “Duane” Childress; and one sister, Diane Kinnear. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)