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Dixie Lee LeMay-Archer Passed from her visit on earth and took the hand of God on March 28, 2013. She was born in Aberdeen, WA on July 14, 1954, six minutes after her twin sister Debbie. Dixie had a strong faith in God and truly loved the Lord. Her favorite times were spent with family and friends; she enjoyed being a grandma and had her grandkids over often, she also enjoyed shopping, traveling, and her vacation home in AZ. Dixie was an avid Seahawks fan who loved attending games and charity events with her loving husband Mike. Dixie felt very blessed. She loved people and found great joy in helping others. Those around her marveled at her ability to find and express kind words to everyone, including those she had just met. Cheerful and bright everywhere she went, Dixie found a way to put a smile on people's faces, whether through a compliment, a helping hand or just a simple hug. She was an inspiration to many people. Dixie is preceded in death by her father Harold E. LeMay, brother Leon LeMay, and twin sister Debbie LeMay-Shepherd. She is survived by her loving husband Michael Archer, her mother Nancy LeMay, daughter Kristina LeMay, and sons Casey LeMay and Cody Marien; grandchildren Stewart LeMay and Logan Mullen and step grandchildren; brothers Gene (Carla), Norm (Vicki), Hal (Liz), and Doug (Mary); sister Barb (Tom Quinn), many uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends; and her best friend Kathy. Please join us in a celebration of life service to be held on Sunday, April 7, 2013, at 3pm at Marymount Event Center 325 E. 152nd, Tacoma, WA 98445. Memorials may be made in Dixie LeMay-Archer's name to Group Health Hospice Foundation, PO Box 34015 Seattle, WA 98124-4015, LeMay Family Collection Foundation 325 E. 152nd St., Tacoma, WA 98445 or Teen Challenge Bernice Flaharity Home PO Box 344, Graham, WA 98338.

Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Apr. 4, 2013.
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Dixie lemay was a friend of mine her and her husband Michael Archer I hope to see you and your husband again soon if on earth or heaven my heart is always going to remember the good times we shared please contact me if your family is aware of my condolence and if Mike Archer is still on this earth long time past friendship this message is important if there is a way to share my love and hope to get in touch of her husband at least to tell him how sorry I am for his loss thank you for your interest in this matter Dawn A Lawson 253-248-9136

Dawn a Lawson

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June 3, 2022

She was nice and helped many people.

R.I.P. Dixie...

Larry Hottman

March 29, 2022

Another years gone by and it still dosent get easier . I know Cody is up there with you and know you are taking care of each other I miss you both so much ❤

Jordin Lquinn

March 29, 2019

Today I found out about your passing. Though it's been many years since I last seen you. I have had you in my thought often. I remember living as neighbor on "C" st in Parkland and remember the birth of your first two children, the last time I saw you was when your were expecting your 3rd. child. I know you had a lot of struggles in life, and i knew you would get through, and it appears you finally got married. You hope your life was full of happiness and love. RIP friends. God bless and watch over you family

April 24, 2015

I could tell Dixie was a very special and kind lady even though I didn't know her all that long. My sincere condolences to the Archer family for their loss.

Tom King

April 23, 2013

We are sorry for your loss. May the love of God and friends carry you through this time of great sorrow. Psalms 9:9

Pat

April 12, 2013

We are so sorry for your family's loss.

Margaret and Dennis Nugent

April 9, 2013

It saddens me to read of the death of a former student at Washington HS. My condolences to the family.

Dr. Jon Malmin

April 8, 2013

Bob and I feel blessed to have known and to have been a special part of her life. Rest now Dixie with your best friend and sister.

Laurie Dahlke

April 8, 2013

I WAS TRULY HONORED TO KNOW DIXIE..! BEAUTIFUL WOMAN WITH A BEAUTIFUL SOUL..!!

Bart Keough

April 7, 2013

RIP Dixie you were a kind loving soul. I enjoy our little talks over the years. May God hold you in his loving arms forever. Prayers for you mom and family.

Unity

April 7, 2013

Dixie was a little woman with a huge heart filled with enough love to share with everyone. Condolences to her family and all of us, her friends.

Darlene Thompson

April 7, 2013

She was one of those rare individuals who always thought of others before herself.
Remember Dixie in your prayers today.

DANA RYAN

April 7, 2013

Dixie, Such a twinkle in your eyes to match a beautiful smile of cheer and love for others. Your loving presence will be not be forgotten. Rest in peace in heaven, dear cousin. Prayers & blessings to all your family, especially your mom, Nancy.

Joann

April 7, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lee Burnett

April 7, 2013

What a beautiful angel we have watching over us. Dixie, your hope, faith and loving spirit will never be forgotten. Thank youo for sharing your journey with us. You will never be forgotten.

Catherine and Billy Huddler

April 6, 2013

OMG! Dixie wasnt meant to be gone already!!!!!

April 6, 2013

Dixie I can not thank you enough for the strength and inspiration you poured out to me each and every time we were together! I will miss your smile and ability to share your faith the most. I am saddened in the fact that I will be out of town the day they will be celebrating your life because I would have loved to have been there for Kristina and Cody! I know you are watching over us and when we need you, you will be there. I am expecting to see you again someday soon! Love you my sister and will always have you in my heart! (p.s. Give the Big Guy a hug for me :))

Wendy Whitney

April 5, 2013

you were kind and careing and a loveing inspiration to so many I thank you for being that wonderful and strong inspiration in my daughters life it meant everything to all who love her thank god for you from the bottom of my heart. I will be forever grateful!! your wings are not new to you; you have been an angel in so many lives for a very long time

renee burnsides

April 5, 2013

Condolences to the family and friends of Dixie, which were many, and to Mike; hang in there buddy.....

Larry Hottman

April 5, 2013

Dixie you were always there when I needed help. I will never forget when I called and needed help with my mental illness and needed someone to be there and you step up with out question that meant the world to me. You will always be in my my heart. You were a true angle on earth now you are with your Father in heaven. Love always

April 5, 2013

Dixie, thank you for all you have done for Betty and Myself. God is very proud of you. Keep a watchful eye on the children and continue to be their Guardin Angel. Mike and the rest of the Family my prayers go to all of you and thanks for your Love.

April 5, 2013

Dixie embodied 1 Corinthians 13...she showed love to others in all circumstances, didn't care about getting credit for it, and did it out of a genuinely giving heart. She will be missed more than words can say, but she has no more bodily pain and is soaring in heaven with Debbie, Harold, and other loved ones. Our loss is heaven's gain!

Lydia

April 5, 2013

I love you so much and miss you so much you touched my heart n life and so many others as well. Your love was unconditional and you always thought of others before yourself. Missing you terribly.. you were more than my aunt, you were my inspiration to change my whole life. You offered your hand when i was falling off and never gave up on me. Your strength through your struggle kept us all from falling apart. I wish you wouldve had more time down here..... Gods lucky to have an amazing angel like you up there. I love you And rest in peace<3

jordin

April 5, 2013

Pain is now over you were a fighter and touched so many lives. Rest in Peace and hope to see you again some day.

Lori Kuzior

April 5, 2013

Dixie my dear sister in law I will miss you I didn't know I won't see you again when I return to the US. Your good deed and God Love will provide the best piece of Heaven for you. Much much Love.

Nina Archer

April 5, 2013

Dixie you touched our lives in such a great way and we are better people because of it. Thank you for loving so freely. You will never be forgotten and your spirit will live on with everything we do.

Chad, Leia, Annyssia, Leyana, Anthony & Keyalei Compton

April 4, 2013

I will miss you so very much Dixie...Your infectious smile, kind words and your hugs always made my day better . I feel blessed that I was given the chance to know you and call you my friend. You touched my heart just as you did so many others. I know there is a special place in heaven just for you.
My deepest sympathy to family and close friends you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cindy Fortune

April 4, 2013

Dixie such an inspiration, you touched the hearts of many with your enormous love. You will be truely missed by those who love you and by the many friends you impacted. Our condolesences for the Archer, Lemay family on the loss of an angel. May God bring comfort and peace to your hearts on this void, but know that we are here for your family.

Bert & Olivia Balderas

April 4, 2013

Your smile lit up a room, words penetrated the high walls around broken hearts, your grace lifted emotions. Everything you did, you did with love. Always in our hearts.

Alishia

April 4, 2013

Always a smile, such a sweetheart, you are fondly remembered. Rest in Peace. My sincerest condolences to Mike, Nancy, and all the family.

Karlyn Black

April 4, 2013

I will really miss our good times in the salon. We shared many laughs and a few tears through the years and were truly a blessing to so many. May you shine in the presence of the Lord as you did here on earth!! We will meet again.

Sabre Sathern

April 4, 2013

Another Star up above! Im so sorry Mike, my prayers for your family that all the love that surrounds you eases some of your pain.

cassie boyle

April 4, 2013

Love you. Will miss you always!

Angela Petersen

April 4, 2013

I am so sorry

bob johnson

April 4, 2013

God Bless you and you're family during this time. You are a blessing to many. Thank you

Deborah Malley

April 4, 2013

Remembering many years of bowling fun! Our love and sincere sympathy are with you Mike. Dixie was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed~

Denise and Larry Hayden

April 4, 2013

Just passing through, thank you for spending time with us, you will be missed

Angie Clausen

April 4, 2013

Rest in pease your family will miss you dearly. Casey always had wonderful things to say about his mom, lots of respect

viola deochoa

April 4, 2013

I will always cherish the special times we shared . I will miss you !

steve withrow

April 4, 2013

RIP Dixie,
May you find eternal peace. Sending prayers to your family during this time.

Pam

April 4, 2013

What a wonderful and inspirational person to so many of us. Your smile, kindness, laughter, and words of encouragement gave a positive outlook for me to follow. May you rest in peace beautiful angel, until we meet again. Deb McCollum - Taylor Auction

Deb McCollum

April 4, 2013

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