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William Childs Obituary

Childs, William L. VOORHEESVILLE William L. Childs, 83, of New Salem Rd., passed away November 9, 2007 after a long illness. Born in Cuba, N.Y. on October 14, 1924, he was the son of John A. and Clarissa Lacy Childs. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during World War II. On June 4, 1955, Mr. Childs married Winifred Harrison and they moved to Voorheesville in 1957. Survivors in addition to his wife include three children, Ellen Childs of Watertown, Matthew Childs of Voorheesville and Susan (Gary) Burns of Bovina Center, N.Y.; grandchildren, Josh, Jesse, Ellie, Alex, Betsy, Zach, Nick, Luke, Sarah and Julia; sister, Ina C. Wilson of Cuba, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Mary Caswell and a brother, Robert Childs. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 o'clock Thursday, November 15 at the First United Methodist Church of Voorheesville, 68 Maple Rd. Burial will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, New Salem. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. in the Reilly & Son Funeral Home, Voorheesville. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of William L. Childs may be made to the Voorheesville Methodist Church Memorial Fund or to the Kiwanis Club of New Scotland. reillyandsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Nov. 11 to Nov. 14, 2007.

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Drew Holcomb

November 15, 2007

Mrs. Childs,
I worked with Bill for many years at OGS in the Standards and Purchase division. I worked in the laboratory and did a lot of work for Bill. He was a pleasure to work with and was the most industrious and dedicated worker in the division. I am very sorry for your loss and sorry that I could not come to the wake as my wife and I just returned from vacation. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

Fred and Nancy Edmunds

November 13, 2007

Winnie and Family:
Nancy and I are deeply saddened by Bill's death...we loved him dearly as we do you. Take comfort in
knowing that the Lord is with you and your family.

jack sally

November 13, 2007

To Matt & Family
I was saddened to hear the loss of your
father after a couragous battle against health problems. May his memories be with all of you, always.

Sharon Miller

November 12, 2007

To Matt & family,
I am saddend to hear about the passing of your father. I remember him from church, being a wonderful person.
My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Sharon Flansburg-Miller

Sherry (Hammond) DeCastro

November 12, 2007

Dear Mrs. Childs (and family):
I am so sorry to hear of your loss and pray you find peace and confidence that Mr. Childs is at rest. He will always be in my memory as a strong part of my youth growing up in the FUMC in Voorheesville. For that I give thanks.

Kevin O'Toole

November 11, 2007

Dear Mrs. Childs, Matt, Alex, Betsy, & Zach We were saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Kevin O'Toole & Carol Bailey

Susan Bates

November 11, 2007

Dear Mrs. Childs & Matt,

I was very sorry to learn of the passing of Mr. Childs. I have fond memories of your family. Your former neighbor,

Donna Sutton

November 11, 2007

Winnie, Matt and Family
Sorry about your loss--he was always such a joy to speak with.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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