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Pamela Archibald Obituary

Pamela Joyce Archibald, 54, of Pittsburgh, Pa., formerly of Erie, Pa., went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 15, 2012 in UPMC Mercy. She was born on November 24, 1956 in Tuscaloosa, Ala., daughter of Dorothy Archibald of Erie and the late William Archibald. Pamela was raised in Erie and graduated from Academy High School in 1976. She moved to Pittsburgh as a young adult and worked for PPG Industries in the Maintenance Dept. for over 25 years. She was also a licensed hair stylist. Pam was a member of Mt. Ararat Baptist Church in Pittsburgh. Pam enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters, her family, traveling, reading spiritual books and loved plays and movies. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. In addition to her mother, she leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Selena Archibald of Mitchellville, Md.; her son, Shawn Archibald (fiancé Jenelle) of Pittsburgh; her brothers and sisters, Anthony Archibald of Mitchellville, Md., Leronica Archibald of New Orleans, La., William Archibald of Huntsville, Ala. and Donna Thomas and husband Derrick of Erie; two granddaughters, Samaudi and Auvai, both of Pittsburgh; three aunts, an uncle; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Friends may visit with the family on Friday, 5 to 8 p.m., at Morning Star Baptist Church, 327 E. 23rd St., and may attend a homegoing celebration on Saturday, 1 p.m., with Rev. Timothy Ward, Pastor, officiating and Rev. Amos Goodwine, Sr., Pastor Emeritus, eulogizing. Interment in Lakeside Cemetery. Funeralization by House of Law, 9406 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, Pa.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Sep. 20, 2012.

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Monica Johnson

October 8, 2012

Shawn,I'm sorry for your loss! I know how much you loved your mother! May god bless you. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers...

maureen shannon wolf

September 24, 2012

Sorry to hear about Pamela.I have not seen her in years ,but she was my best friend at Garfield elementary school in Erie.I remember being a patrol with her and playing together as kids.

Aurora Plaza

September 22, 2012

Mrs. Archibald and Family,
Sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathies are with you and your family.

Linda Mills-Burton

September 22, 2012

To the Archibald family may you find comfort in knowing that God will wipe away all your tears.Pam was a dear friend of mind from Academy High School we graduated from Academy in 1975.I will never forget Pam 's unique quiet ways.She never had anything negative to say about anyone.I'll always cherish her friendship. Love, Linda Mills-Burton.......AHS class of 75

Mattie Jordan Elder

September 22, 2012

To the Archibald family I was truly sorry to hear of the passing of Pam we both attended Academy High School and both left Erie and moved to Pittsburgh Pa. When we would run across each other downtown we would reflect back to our high school days and what we were doing in our lives presently.your family will be in my prayers.

Mattie Jordan,Elder

September 22, 2012

Kim (Sokoloff) Sayre

September 21, 2012

Donna, I'm so sorry about your sister''s passing. Thinking of you and your family.

katie anderson

September 21, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

george j simmons

September 21, 2012

to the Archibald family may God keep you strong in this difficult time may God bless you

September 21, 2012

Pam, "the LION sleeps tonight" R.I.P. Gwen' 77 AHS

Gwendolyn Cooley

September 21, 2012

I light this candle in memory of Pam. We attended Academy together. "weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning." My prayers are with you all.

September 21, 2012

May the Lord keep His loving arms aroung the entire Archibald family. The Daughters of Ozeil Temple #317 of the I.B.P.O.ELKS OF THE WORLD.

Amy Hasberry&Family

September 21, 2012

Prayers and Blessings to the family now and always

Janet Dance

September 20, 2012

To the Archibald family - our prayers are with you. Know that Pam is with the Lord and is smiling her beautiful smile. Ms. Dorothy, your family was always a friend to our family and there were always good times. Know that we love you all. May God comfort you all during this time of sorrow.

Janet - Rosemary - Tina - Daryl

Inez Mendenhall

September 20, 2012

To the Archibald family: to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Please know that you are all in our prayers as you go through this difficult time.

-Inez Mendenhall and family

September 20, 2012

I'm sadden to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Shawneta Jordan

Cindy Darby

September 20, 2012

Mrs. Archibald and Family,
Please know that my heartfelt condolences are with you all during this time of mourning.

Love,

September 20, 2012

Mrs. Archibald and Family,
You know my prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time. May you feel God's everlasting love and comfort during this time.

Love,

Barbara (Smith) Plunkett

martha evans

September 20, 2012

My prayers are with you all.May she rest in peace..

Sandra Harvey Aiken

September 20, 2012

Veronica Bill and tony My condolences and utmost respect and sorrow for the lost of your Mother may you all take comfort in knowing that the bridge to heaven has lowered in the form of a rainbow to receive her so in the midst of the storm may you heal knowing the Lord looked down on Mom and saw her need to come home.

Michael & Tammy Allen

September 20, 2012

Very sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

william whren

September 20, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Archibald family at this difficult time

James Ringer

September 20, 2012

So sorry for your loss, God Bless!!

Laura Will

September 20, 2012

Donna and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

--Laura Beier Will

September 20, 2012

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

September 20, 2012

Dear Archibald Family,

Our thoughts, and prayers are with you at this difficult time.


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