Obituary of Christine M. Childs

Christine M. Childs, 80, of Titusville, passed away Friday morning December 9, 2016 at her residence. Christine was born on August 20, 1936 in Titusville, a daughter of the late Eugene and Matilda Wieland Jacobson. She was married to Arden Childs on May 22, 1981 in Titusville. Christine attended the Titusville schools from where she earned her GED. She was last employed in the deli at the former Quality Markets. She had also been employed in her earlier years at the Powder Horn, the Arcade Restaurant, and at the Titusville Library. She was a former member of the Titusville PNA Club. She enjoyed spending time with her family and pets. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and watching game shows. She enjoyed cooking in her earlier years as well as being outdoors and taking walks. She befriended many who she treated as her own family. Christine is survived by her husband of Titusville; two daughters, Brenda Armstrong and companion Arland Berlin of Titusville, and Tracy Smith and companion Wayne Gilson of Hydetown; four grandchildren, Catherine Lawing, Mathew Armstrong, Marla Soles and Jimmy Myers; a sister, Jean Rulander and husband Les of Pittsfield; two adopted sons, Richard and Steve Armstrong; and two nephews and a niece. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Wayne G. Armstrong, Jr. No public calling hours or service will be conducted. Private interment will be in Diamond Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to any local chapter of the Humane Society. If you wish to leave a condolence for the family, visit garrettfuneralhomeinc.com