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Elizabeth Archer Obituary

CHESTER - Elizabeth Ada Archer, age 95, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014, at Springfield Hospital.

She was born in Orwell, VT, July 19, 1918, the daughter of Stephen and Maria (Desjadon) Desjadon.

She attended schools in Orwell.

On Nov. 12, 1939, she married Stanley Archer. They lived in Orwell until 1965, when they moved to Chester.

She worked at several jobs, including Readex (NewsBank) for 31½ years. She also cared for elderly people.

Liz was a very happy lady and always had a smile.

She is survived by her daughter, Agnes, and husband, Bud Barnes of Chester; son, Thomas, and his wife, Patti Archer, of Hamilton, NJ; eight grandchildren, Susan Barnes, N. Springfield, Vicky Burke, and her husband, Todd, of Wells, VT; Laurie, and her husband, Scott Rawson, of Londonderry; Jeffrey Barnes of Westminster, VT; Valerie Jackman of Ludlow, Barbara Blake of Chester, Jessica Archer and Dominique O'Rouke of Hamilton, NJ; eight great-grandchildren, Colby and Miles Curtis, Greg and Justin McAllister, Adam and Matthew Rawson, Christian Jackman and Keegan O'Rouke; two great-great-grandchildren, Cole and Annabella Rawson.

Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley Archer; a son, Harold "Brother" Archer; and four brothers and one sister.

She loved her senior years and all her precious friends. She enjoyed her bus trips, concerts, suppers, bands and her dog, Adie.

She was a member of Community Cares Network and the American Legion Auxiliary of Chester.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, Feb. 17, 2014, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Chester. Celebrant will be the Rev. Fr. James E. Zuccaro, pastor. Graveside committal services and interment will take place at a later date in St. Genevieve Cemetery, Shoreham, VT.

Calling hours will be held Sunday, Feb. 16, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, 35 Depot St., Chester.

Published by Rutland Herald from Feb. 13 to Feb. 14, 2014.
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Steve and I are so sorry to hear of your mom, grandmother, great grandmother's passing. She was a wonderful woman who loved her family. xo

Bev and Steve Groshens

February 18, 2014

Toots Bud and family . I am so sorry to hear about Aunt Lizzy . I so remember Uncle Stan and Aunt Lizzy .. Growing up in Orwell we were a part of a big family .Good times you always remember !!! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. RIP Aunt Lizzy . God bless all of you

Sheila Trudo-Camara

February 18, 2014

A lovely lady who worked so hard for Community Cares and all of her other endeavors for other people Her bright smile will be missed Dee Robinson

Dee Robinson

February 17, 2014

Toots,Bud Tom&family so sorry to hear of Aunt Lizzy passing,but I know this is where she wants to be now. Glad we got to see her this pass summer, will see you all in the spring.God Bless you all.

June&Morris Beauregard

February 17, 2014

Aunt Elizabeth could always perk Daddy up whenever she faithfully called to speak with him those last years of his life. Maybe that's what being a little sister was all about. Maybe they're having a good old time right now.
Allen & Christy Alger

February 16, 2014

Agnes I am sorry to hear about your mom. She and Adie will be missed very much at the apts. God bless you all.

Ralph Bidgood

February 15, 2014

Aggie and family, I so enjoyed my visits with your Mom...always a hug and a smile. Often she would tell stories about people that we both knew in Orwell or at least I knew of their families. Loved the fact that she like to look after the "old folks "...she will be missed. Cherish the memories.

Karen Monier-Trombley

February 15, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends at this difficult time.
I worked with Liz in the collating department at Readex 40 years ago...she was a very sweet lady.

Marigene Purcell

February 14, 2014

A brave and gallant lady. I wish the miles between us had been fewer. Aunt Liz made a wonderful contribution in sharing family history and memories.

Sharon Desjadon-Whitehurst

February 14, 2014

Sorry for your loss. Liz was a wonderful woman & loved working with her at Readex (Newsbank).

Kelly & Bruce Douglas

February 14, 2014

I Miss You So Much Already Gram, Give Grampa A Big Hug From Me. And Enjoy Seeing All Of Your Friends Again. ? You Susan

February 14, 2014

I Love You Grandma & Miss You So Much Already, Give Grampa A Big Hug From Me, And Enjoy All Your Friends You Are Now Reunited With. ? Susan

February 14, 2014

LOVE YOU MOM TOOTSIE

February 14, 2014

A great lady who i always admired. God rest her soul Aggie

Bud Coolidge

February 14, 2014

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