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Archibald Naismith Obituary

Archibald Naismith, 91, of Great Falls, died of natural causes Friday at a local nursing home.
At his request, no services are planned. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Croxford Funeral Home and Crematory.
Archibald is survived by his wife of 61 years, Marilyn, of Great Falls; children Thomas of Salt Lake City, Utah, Kathryn Roberts of Spokane, Wash., and Douglas of Great Falls; grandchildren Tory Berry, Kelsi Roberts, and Jason Roberts; and great-grandchildren Gavin Berry and Roslyn Berry. Numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and the U.S. also survive him.
He was born Feb. 21, 1919, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, to John Robert and Janet (Morrison) Naismith and raised in Medicine Hat, Alberta.
He joined the Canadian Army in 1939, and was stationed in Nanimo, British Columbia. After his discharge he moved to Montana to play hockey.
He married Marilyn Oakes in Great Falls on July 8, 1949.
He enjoyed and participated in sports, especially softball and hockey.
He was proceeded in death by his parents John and Janet; brothers Hugh, Bill, Jack, and Dave; sisters Elizabeth, Jeanette, and Margaret; and grandson, Tyler.
Condolences may be posted online at www.croxfordfuneralhome.com and/or www.gftribune.com/obituaries.

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Published by Great Falls Tribune from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2010.

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Ron and "Uke" Ukrainetz

August 1, 2010

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Archie. He was such a great friend to us all. His hockey heroics, plus all the friends he made will keep him in our hearts and minds always. When he and Dad (Uke) came down here to play for the original Americans, they became a part of history. Some of my earliest memories include Archie and Dad and hockey. He was terrific on the ice and a gentleman off. Dad just saw him a week ago and they did have a great time. We will treasure those wonderful memories he gave us. Our thoughts and best wishes are always with you. He will be missed.

Tom Bullock

July 31, 2010

Sorry to hear about Archie's passing. He was an old friend and teammate when I playe hockey with him for the original Great Falls Americans. He taught me a lot about hockey and life's responsibilities. He will be missed.

July 30, 2010

To Archie's Family: May you be comforted with your many memories of Archie. Our church is praying that you all will be blessed with God's grace and peace at this time of your loss, and in the days ahead. We are remembering you all in our prayers.
Calvary Chapel of Great Falls
1 John 4:9

July 29, 2010

I worked at the Nautilus Health Spa where Archie came almost everyday. We used to share old hockey stories because my Grandpa also played hockey. He was always smiling and such a nice caring man. I will miss him.

With deepest sympathy,
Kristen Loney

July 27, 2010

Marilyn, Kathy, Tom, Doug and families-
My deepest sympathy to you all. Archie was a great person. I will always remember him sitting in his chair and no matter the time a hockey game would be on. I hope the memories you have of him stay in your hearts forever and get you through this difficult time. If there is anthing you all need let me know.
Pam Lee-Bigelow and family

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