James S. "Jimmy" Childs

James "Jimmy" Scott Childs, of Barnstable and formerly of Mashpee, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025 at McCarthy Care Center, in Sandwich, MA, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was 55 years old.
Jimmy was the beloved husband of Tisha Childs, with whom he recently celebrated 25 wonderful years of marriage. Born on March 17, 1970, in Barnstable, MA, he was the cherished son of Howard and Carole Childs. He graduated from Barnstable High School in 1989 and went on to dedicate over 35 years of service as a pile driver with AGM Marine Construction, where he was known for his hard work and loyalty.
Jimmy was known for his kind heart, gentle spirit, and quiet strength. He had a natural ability to bring calm to any situation and was admired for his easygoing nature. A gifted athlete, he enjoyed both playing and watching sports, and his talent seemed to come effortlessly.
Above all, Jimmy was a devoted family man. He loved his children deeply and would do anything for them. Whether it was a call at midnight or an afternoon chat, he was always there when you needed him.
He found joy in life's simple pleasures-spending time at the beach with friends and family, attending concerts, and working on DIY projects around the house. He had a true knack for fixing things and was always ready to lend a hand.
Jimmy's warmth, loyalty, and love will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife Tisha Childs, of Mashpee, MA; his son Trevor Childs, of Sandwich, MA; his son Zachary Childs, of Mashpee, MA; his daughter Brianna Gerbis and her husband Cobie Gerbis, of Bradenton, FL; his daughter Jenny Meritus, of Woonsocket, RI; his granddaughter Penelope Gerbis, of Bradenton, Fl; his grandson Eli Roman, of Woonsocket, RI; his sisters Jaime Childs and her wife Kai Childs, of Mashpee, MA, Wendi Roberts and her husband Tim Roberts, of Mashpee MA, and Tracey Vachon and her husband Steve Vachon, of Mattapoisett, MA; as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM at Chapman Funerals and Cremations, 74 Algonquin Ave. (RTE 151), in Mashpee. A funeral service will immediately follow in the funeral home on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM.
Jimmy's family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the Palliative Care Team and the dedicated staff on Emerson 6 at South Shore Hospital, especially Dotty, as well as the team at McCarthy Care Center. The effort, compassion, and support received from both facilities were truly remarkable and made Jimmy's final days comfortable for him, and for our family. We truly thank you from the depths of our hearts.
The family would also like to acknowledge Jimmy and Tisha's employers, AGM Marine Contractors, and Royal Health Group for the unwavering support and understanding you have shown to our family over the past five years. We are grateful beyond words.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jimmy's memory may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support gastric cancer research. To donate by mail, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or online via dana-farber.org/gift.