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RAYMOND ARCHER Obituary

ARCHER, Raymond, 57, of Amelia, entered into eternal rest June 27, 2012 at Johnston-Willis Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Janice A. Archer; children, Melanie Danielle, Justin Isaac and Jasmine Latrice Archer, Brenda Ann Ellis, and Kevin Deshaun Mitchell; mother, Mamie Archer; brothers, Lewis, Floyd and William (Jacqueline) Archer; sisters, Margaret Evans (Michael), and Pearl Bolden (Robert); other relatives and friends. Funeral service Tuesday, July 2, 2012 at 1 p.m. from Promise Land Baptist Church. Viewing Monday (today), 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at V.Y. Scott Funeral Home. Rev. Linwood Smith, pastor eulogist. V.Y. Scott Funeral Home, Amelia, in charge of arrangements.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jul. 2, 2012.

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Greg Waters

August 4, 2012

LLoyd, I used to work at Old Dominion with you and Raymond. I was a driver there from 1999-2007. I just found out yesterday about Raymond and i want you to know he will be missed greatly. I used to keep both of you laughing there with my jokes and raymond was a fun person. Your whole family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Dan & Shawn Rowell

July 3, 2012

We extend our deepest sympathies to you during this time of great loss. Raymond was one of the nicest people we had the pleasure of knowing.
"Cousin's" smile, his laughter and his presence will be greatly missed. May the peace that passes all understanding lift you and carry you during this difficult time.

Denise (Neecie) Hires (Jones)

July 3, 2012

Pearl and Margaret and the Archer family...May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michael Fernatt

July 3, 2012

You will be greatly missed. One thing that I will always remember is coming to work and seeing your smiling face. You never failed to put a smile on my face and a laugh in my heart.

Dee Dee & Family Washington

July 2, 2012

To the Archer family sending you our sympathy from all of us who knew him so well. He will always be by your side so keep smiling family like Raymond always did.

July 2, 2012

Janice, We loved Raymond and you, too. We'll miss him and his beautiful smile. Keep your faith in God & Jesus and He will take care of you. With Prayers & Love, Sarah, Patricia, Kenneth & Keith Archer & Thomas, Charles, Harry, William & James Jefferson

July 2, 2012

To Janice and the Archer family sorry to here about Raymond it was so sad to hear of his passing. He will be truly miss by so many people because he was a very nice person. Life up your head and look up he is still here looking over you all with that big smile of his. God knows best so keep the faith aand always know he is with you all the way.

Connie Archer-Brooks

July 2, 2012

To the Archer/Anderson Families, May you lean on God,during this time. My prayers are with you.

Sarah Dash

July 2, 2012

Janice, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. May God give you and your family the strength you may need during this difficult time. Will be keeping you in prayer.

Antionette Jefferson-Williams

July 2, 2012

Thoughts & prayers to the Archer/Anderson family as we extend our deepest condolences. May you find peace in knowing that God is still in control.

Clifton & Shirley Jefferson

July 2, 2012

Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Know that God is our comforter. Allow the memories to help you through.

Rebecca West

July 2, 2012

Janice i am sorry to hear of raymonds death.I didnot know him but through you he seem to be a great person.May god bless all of your family.

The Baptist Family

July 2, 2012

Janice and Family-

Popcorn will be sadly missed along life's way,
quietly remembered every day...
No longer in our life to share,
but in our hearts and memories,
he will always be there.

Fonda Booker

July 2, 2012

Janice, sorry to hear of Raymond passing, but God knows best. Stay strong and have faith. you and your family are in my prayers.

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