1960-2024
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we share the passing of Kim Jensen Childs (1960-2024). Kim was our organization's Treasurer and an integral part of our organization since its inception in 2012. He worked tirelessly behind the scenes, overseeing our checking account, the registration of our organization with the State, paying bills, depositing membership fees and donations, and filing our taxes. He also did a lot of research for our walking tours, making them interesting, insightful and oftentimes humorous. Words cannot express the loss that his passing leaves in our organization.
As a young boy Kim had a paper route in Yalecrest and hence knew many people and houses throughout the neighborhood. His memory never failed him in relaying interesting stories regarding the neighborhood. He was also a passionate preservationist and talented sleuth extraordinaire that served him well in digging up Yalecrest history along with Shipler State History Photos and other private photos that he used to create fascinating blogs posted on our website and our Facebook page. His thorough research always brought humorous tales to our Historic Home Walking Tours that were enjoyed by all. His passing is a great loss to his family, his friends and our organization.
You can view Kim's posts here: https://keepyalecrest.wordpress.com/author/kimjchilds/
Below is Kim Childs Obituary posted from his family:
"Kim Jensen Childs of Salt Lake City, Utah passed away on Sunday September 1, 2024 at his home due to chronic medical issues.Kim was born in Salt Lake City on September 1, 1960 to Clifford H. and Vena J. Childs. He grew up with two brothers and attended Uintah Elementary, Clayton Jr. High and East High School graduating in 1978. He served as an LDS Missionary in Toulouse, France until 1981.He graduated from the University of Utah in 1986 with a Master of Professional Accountancy degree, with an emphasis in taxation. He was a certified public accountant who served private clients until his passing. He took pride in being extremely conscientious, precise and accurate.
As a young boy, it was evident Kim had an amazing memory when it came to facts, events, and especially numbers. He knew and could recall birth and death dates and was able to make significant contributions to related family histories. With his keen intellect he pursued a careful and curious documentation of many areas of Salt Lake City. He loved sharing the photos he found and relating the stories and facts he learned. He was passionate about preserving the Yalecrest neighborhood which is designated on the National Register of Historic Places. He was a talented pianist and organist and performed for many years with the Salt Lake Men's Choir.
Kim lived a vibrant colorful life - as colorful as his collection of Lucite grape clusters made popular during the 1960's. If you knew Kim, you knew you were dealing with witty, blunt, catty, dry and dark but always entertaining humor and commentary. He was one of a kind and will truly be missed in our family and community.
Kim is survived by his parents, his brothers Lane and his wife, Paula, Paul and his wife, Chrissy, 13 nieces and nephews, 13 great nieces and nephews, many aunts, uncles, and cousins.'