John was born May 17, 1917.   John passed away May 24, 1999 at the age of 82 and is buried in the Mount Oliver Cemetery in Shelby County , TX. He taught school and was a farmer and rancher.  He graduated from Sam Houston University with a degree in agriculture.  He was survived by his wife, Reba Story Childs and children-John, Sam, and Rebecca.  Plus son and duaghter in laws and grandchildren.