AUBURN — Aubrey V. Childs, 88, of Sabattus, formerly of Lewiston, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 12. He passed away at the Hospice House, surrounded by his loving family, after a long illness.

He was born in Mount Vernon, March 21, 1922, the son of Clinton Childs and Lavena (Campbell) Childs. Aubrey was educated in Lewiston schools. He also served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during World War II in Europe.

He worked for many years as a hand-sewer and then went on to work at Lee Olds Cadillac, where he retired from in 1985. He was a member of First Assembly of God Church, where he served on the board of trustees for nine years. Among his many interests, he especially enjoyed playing horseshoes, going to the beach, family gatherings and one of his greatest joys was being with his granddaughter.

Aubrey married Irene (Gallant) Childs in 1952, and they were married for 58 years. They had two children.

He is survived by his wife, Irene Gallant Childs of Sabattus; son, Christopher Aubrey Childs of Sabattus; daughter, Amanda Labonte and her husband, Michael of Lewiston; grandchildren, John Labonte of New Hampshire, Joshua Labonte and his wife, Candace, of Litchfield and Ashlee Marie Labonte of Lewiston; sister, Virginia Laverdiere of Westbrook; sister-in-law, Ruth Childs of Auburn; brother-in-law, Leo Gallant of Florida; special friends, Phil Cantin and Richard Labonte; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Willis Childs; sister, Beverly Sands; and brother, Kenneth Childs.

The family would like to thank Dr. Jeff Brown, St. Mary’s staff at C-2, Dr. Austin and the staff at the Hospice House for all their wonderful care.

Condolences may be expressed online at FuneralAlternatives.net.

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