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WILLIAM ARCHBOLD Obituary
WILLIAM CORNELL, JR., lawyer; age 84, of West Chester, PA., died July 18, 2013. Son of the late William Cornell Archbold and Barbara Curtis; Husband of Janice Marie Kendrick, July 27, 1957; children: Cynthia Anne Archbold and her husband William Fusselmann, Cassandra Kendrick Archbold and her four children, John Cornell Archbold, Alexandra, William, Gwendolen. And his sister, Louise Archbold Bjorklund. Following is his biography as posted in Who's Who of America. Mr. Archbold graduated with a BS, Syracuse U., 1950; JD, George Wash. U., DC, 1955. Bar: Superior Ct. Pa. 1956, US Dist. Ct. (DC) 1955, US Dist. Ct. (ea. dist.) 1965, US Dist. Ct. (middle dist.) Pa. 1965, DC 1955, US Circuit Ct. (DC) 1955, Pa. 1955, Ct. Common Pleas Del. County, Pa. (judge pro tem) 1971, Pa. Supreme Ct. 1956, US Supreme Ct. 1960, Am. Bd. Trial Advocates. Civil and criminal litigator Hodge, Hodge and Cramp, Media, Pa., 1955-57, Kearns, Archbold Maffei & Kelly, Media, 1957-62, Bloom Archbold Ramsey & Kelly, Chester, 1962-63; pub. defender Delaware County, Pa., 1957-58; founding ptnr. Kassab Archbold O'Brien, Media, Pa., 1963-. Founding mem. Nat. Bd. Trial Advocacy, DC, 1978-; trustee Thomas F. Lambert chair Suffolk U. Sch. Law, Boston, 1987-; founding mem. Pub. Justice Found., DC, 1997-; mem. rules com., ea. dist. Pa. US Dist. Ct., Phila., 2001-. Author: (reference book) Wrongful Death Damages of the Late Good Wife and Mother, 1977, Wrongful Death Damages in Pennsylvania, 1977; co-author: The Pennsylvania No Fault Motor Vehicle Insurance Act, 1979. Chmn. Com. Preserve & Restore 1724 Courthouse, Chester, Pa., 1970-79; dir. Syracuse U. Alumni Assn., 1971-75, Syracuse U. Varsity Club, 1980-, Syracuse U. Athletic Dirs. Adv. Bd., 2008-11; founder Roy D. Simmons, Sr. Scholarship Fund, Syracuse; dir. Hist. Del. County, Inc., Media, Pa., 1970-79, Del. County Legal Assistance Assn., Inc., Media, 1975-77; mem. Syracuse U. Founders Soc., 1990-, Orange Pack, Syracuse, 1985-, Ernie Davis Fund, Syracuse, 1975-. 1st lt. US Army, 1951-52, Korea, asst. batallion surgeon US Army. Decorated Combat Medic's Badge US Army, Bronze Star, UN Medal, Korean Svc. 3 Battle Stars medal, Am. Def. medal; recipient Man of Yr. award, Lawyers' Club, Del. County Bar Assn., 1971, Nat. Bd. Trial Advocacy award, ATLA, 1978, Letterman of Distinction award, Varsity Club, Syracuse U., 1978, Guy G. DeFuria award, Am. Inns Ct., 2000, Elizabeth C. Price award, Del. County Bar Assn., 2003, Melvin A. Eggers Sr. Alumni award, Syracuse U., 2004, Hon. Paul R. Sand award, Del. County Bar Assn., 2006; grantee 1724 Courthouse Restoration Matching grant, HUD, 1972. Mem.: Antique and Classic Boat Soc., Melvin E. Belli Soc. (trustee 1987-), Pa. Bar Assn., Omicron Delta Kappa (life), Tau Theta Upsilon (life), Phi Alpha Delta (life), Phi Delta Theta (life). Avocations: sailing, diving, tennis, water-skiing, skiing.
He was a proud decorated combat Medic and served at the Battle of Heart Break Ridge, Battle of Old Baldy and Pork Chop Hill.
Funeral Service will be Saturday, 11 A.M. at the Trinity Episcopal Church, 301 North Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA. 19081 Additional services and burial will be held in New York (Arr: RIGBY HARTING & HAGAN FUNERAL HOME, Media, PA.
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Lance Carver, M.D.
July 18, 2016
A dear friend, still sadly missed by Hayes and me. We speak of him often.
March 16, 2014
Arthur Kyriazis
January 7, 2014
the Platinum Standard of Delaware County, and indeed, all PA attorneys. He bore a famous name and elevated it to new heights. He exuded integrity and expounded common sense and wisdom. We shall not often see his like pass this way again.
Luke Stryker
December 21, 2013
I just learned of Archie's passing and I am greatly saddened. I was a neighbor of his at his summer home. He hired me to do odd jobs while I was going through school but always welcomed me and took the time to strike up great conversation. He was truly one of the greatest people that I've ever met and I will remember him always.
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Deborah Ramsay
August 1, 2013
Mr. Archbold represented me in 1973. I was in a car accident at age 19. He helped me with all aspects of my recovery. I wouldn't be writing this today if it weren't for his wonderful concern and guidance. Thank you Mr. Archbold for all your services. May your soul be with God. Amen !
Donna Gillespie
July 25, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Bill at Kassab Archbold & O'Brien and found him to be a kind, generous, and sweet man. I loved hearing his wonderful stories and will miss his smile and always upbeat disposition. Rest in peace Bill...you will be missed.
Beezy Carpenter Blackman
July 23, 2013
Barbara Archbold Brewster was one of my earliest memories, a great friend of my Mother, Edith Foote Carpenter. My deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of her son Cornell who sang in the Trinity Church Choir with my Mother when I was too young to know him.
Rachael
July 20, 2013
I was sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Archbold (Arch). I use to work at his law firm in Media. He was the nicest and funniest man and a very caring person. He had the best laugh. Haven't seen him in a long time but will always remember him. Rest in Peace.
Joe Kupprion
July 19, 2013
Bill was one of the truly beautiful people, inside and out. My brother Bill and I , played he and Jerry Lawless many times in doubles, we could hardly stop laughing and I know they are teamed up again! It was such a pleasure to know him. My deepest regrets to his family.
July 19, 2013
I was lucky enough to work with Arch for the last five years. So nice, so "natty" in his dress, the best laugh ever. He will be very much missed. Trish Bevers
Christine Boylan
July 19, 2013
Whenever I think of Bill I smile! What a great laugh and a caring heart. The world is definitely a better place for him being here. Bill was one of the nicest people I've ever known and somehow you always felt better for having spent time with him. I will miss him but am very grateful for having known him. I hope that the memories and love that his family holds will bring them peace and comfort.
Elizabeth Margetich-Miller
July 19, 2013
I first met Bill when he came to work as a young lawyer in the firm of Hodge, Hodge & Cramp in Media, PA. I have seen him over the years and spoke with him about his Korean service along with my first husband, Martin, who also served on Bloody Ridge and Pork Chop Hill. Bill was a very special man with a very special smile and warm personality. He even gave me advice for morning sickness when I was pregnant with my oldest son. He was so natural, nothing phony about him, even after his so many achievements in his life. He seemed to have a special "little boy" quality within him, although a man of great intellect. I remember him speaking of his beautiful wife, once a beauty queen, and the love of his life. He will be sadly missed by all who ever crossed his path.
Tom Wilson
July 19, 2013
Bill was instrumental in my career. He was a willing mentor when I needed one. His guidance was spot on.I will never forget his encouragement to me as a young trial lawyer. I am truly sorry to learn of his passing.
Bruce Desfor
July 18, 2013
It has been a very long time since we have seen Bill.....but our lives were enriched by the memories we hold of he and his wonderful wife and children. We were close friends in the 1980's and spent many holidays on their boat and their family summer home in Penn Yan. He was marvelous...just one of the finest human beings we have ever known. There will be a void without his being. That smile, the gifts of friendship he brought to those fortunate enough to have him as a friend.... his humour and kindness... he will be missed. Rene' and Bruce Desfor, Florence, Italy
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