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David Archibald Obituary

David Earl Archibald of Merced, California, 49 passed away on Friday Jan. 8, 2016. David was born on Aug. 22, 1966 in Kittery, Maine. David was an outgoing and fun man who was known by many as Uncle Buck. He leaves behind many memories and will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and jokes along with his ability to light up a room with his larger than life personality. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, trips to the coast and the casino, his truck and the San Jose Sharks. He was a long haul trucker who took many pictures of the countryside to share with his family and friends. David leaves behind his devoted wife, Christina Archibald, his mother Shirley Archibald father, Lawrence Archibald, stepmom, Irene Archibald, sisters, Patricia Archibald and Nancy Morel, step-daughter, Rachael DeVoe and her two daughter's nieces, Jennifer and Sara Morel and numerous nieces and nephews and friends.
Visitation will be on Tues., Jan. 19, 2016 from 1-8pm at Ivers & Alcorn Funeral Home in Merced. Funeral services will be at 10am on Wed., Jan. 20, 2016 at Ivers & Alcorn Funeral Home in Merced with burial to follow at Merced District Cemetery in Merced.
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Published by Merced Sun Star on Jan. 19, 2016.

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Jen Morel

January 20, 2016

Love you Uncle Buck. Thank you for the memories.

Janet osterhold

January 19, 2016

So deeply sorry for your loss. David will be greatly missed but live forever in our hearts. Much love

Guy, Karen, Ella, and Kade Carlson

January 19, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family. God Bless.

January 19, 2016

Our condolences to the entire family, you's are in our thoughts and prayers.

Richard & Wanda Stockley
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Trish Dodson-Sibley

January 19, 2016

My condolences to the family I am truly sorry for his loss. He will be greatly missed.

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