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William "Bill" Archer, 66, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully in his home on July 9, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1958 in Indianapolis to the late John and Jaclin Archer. Bill was a fork lift driver among other various jobs over the years. He enjoyed fishing, hiking and mushroom hunting in his free time. Bill love having fun and spending time with his family. He was a huge Star Trek fan. So to all his friends and family his wishes are for you to "Live long and prosper". Funeral services will be Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 1:00 pm in Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home where friends may visit from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm. Burial will follow in Clayton Cemetery. Survivors include his loving wife, Cathy Archer; daughter, Christine (John) Keller; sisters, Julia Dunbar and Rebecca (Eric) Ehrsam; brother, Richard (Pedra) Archer; grandchildren, Sam and Faith Keller.
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