Childress, Marla A's Obituary
Marla A. Childress, 57, of Land O Lakes passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones at her residence. She was born June 12, 1967 in Detroit Michigan.
She attended McGavock High School where she was a drum major and went on to The University of Tennessee graduating with a degree in logistics. Marla spent her life dedicated to logistics, most recently as a co-owner, executive vice president of operations and CFO of Corvita Group.
Although she loved her line of work, her favorite title was mother. Her husband and children where the biggest blessings in life. She also had a heart for her extended family and friends and always enjoyed her quality time with them. In her short life she enjoyed traveling having visited 47 states and several countries.
She is survived by her mother Mary Jo Meakin, husband John Childress, daughter Alyssa (Skip) Wellborn, 3 sons Matthew Childress, Brett (Jessica) Childress, Spencer Childress, grandson, Jett Childress, and brother John (Diane) Meakin. She is proceeded death by her father John R. Meakin.
Arrangements are in the care of Grace Memorial Funeral Home in Hudson, Florida
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