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Albert Archibald Obituary

ARCHIBALD STATESVILLE - Albert Joseph Archibald, 81, of Statesville, died Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Crystal Gemayel Archibald; three sons, three daughters, and 12 grandchildren. Mr. Archibald graduated in 1953 from Lenoir-Rhyne College with an A.B. in Social Studies and Physical Education. While at Lenoir-Rhyne, he was the co-captain of the football team under Coach Clarence Stasavich. The family moved to Statesville in 1953, where Mr. Archibald was an assistant coach of the Statesville High School football and wrestling teams, and later head coach of the football, wrestling and track teams. He also served as principal of Mulberry Street Elementary School. Mr. Archibald later served as a sales representative for McMillian Publishing Company, for the Western Carolina Sales Territory, until his retirement. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, 10:30 a.m., at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 525 Camden Drive, Statesville, conducted by the Rev. Father Kurt Fohn. Burial will follow at the Oakwood Cemetery in Statesville. The family will be at Nicholson Funeral Home, 135 Front Street in Statesville from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Iredell County, 2347 Simonton Road, Statesville, N.C. 28625; or St. Judes Childrens Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105. Nicholson Funeral Home of Statesville is serving the family of Albert Archibald.

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Jan. 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Albert Archibald

31 Entries

Doy & Sandy Levan

January 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jeffrey Grady

January 24, 2009

Crystal,

My father had often spoken of Al, describing him as a man of exceedingly high character, dignity, and humility. I finally got the honor of meeting him at the "drugstore", and from then on, I looked forward to visiting Statesville and gathering with Dad's friends at the drugstore. I always sought to sit at the table where Al was seated.

My Mother, Hilda (Al called her "Hildy"), and I, will miss Al, but we are better people having had him as a friend.

Charlie & Emily Heye

January 24, 2009

Dear Crystal and Family,

Emily and I have just learned of your loss. What a great man Al was. We will miss him. He was a Great Teacher and Coach, a super Father and good neghbor. He touched many lives, we are a better person today from knowing this man. May God bless you and your family.

Roger and Linda Bost

January 21, 2009

Linda and I wish to express our thoughts to you and your family.
Coach has been a most respected friend to all of the Statesville community. He will be missed.

David Steen

January 20, 2009

Joe, Marian and boys,

We were saddened to hear about your loss, but enjoyed reading the many wonderful memories and comments about your dad. He certainly had a tremendous impact on his students, friends and family. Please know the Archibalds are in our thoughts and in our prayers.

God Bless,

Ina Kathryn Bost King

January 20, 2009

I want to extend my sincere sympathy to your family. I will always remember Mr. Archibald as a great teacher and coach. He always had a pleasant smile.

Jackie Hannahs

January 19, 2009

Crystal and Family,

All of you are in our prayers during this difficult time.

Phil & Jackie Hannahs

KAY HAMILTON BROWN

January 19, 2009

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. AL ARCHIBALD WAS A WONDERFUL TEACHER AND A
GREAT MAN. KAY HAMILTON BROWN SHS CLASS OF 1959

Linda Bollinger

January 19, 2009

Dear Joe and Marian: My prayers are with you during this time of such a loss. So many people were touched by Mr. Archibald's kindness.
May the Lord be with you and keep you and you will be able to remember him with joy and hopefulness to see him again.

John Lackey

January 19, 2009

Dear Archibald Family,

Coach Archibald was an important person in my early life. He taught me History and was my coach on the Track Team. My nickname is Tony but he insisted on calling me Anthony although he knew that wasn't my given name, every now and then he added "adverse" for some point of emphasis. I left States ville wanting to be as good a man as Al Archibald-it was an honor to see him for just a few minutes at our last reunion. Seeing him just confirmed to me that I had the right role model.

Respectfully,
Tony Lackey
Colonel, US Army(Retired)
SHS Class 1957

Fred Brown

January 18, 2009

Coach Archibald sent film and made numerous contacts with many colleges because he thought I could play college ball. When he decided that he was going to take a principle's job and not coach what was my senior year , he called me to explain. I owe much of what I have accomplished be cause he cared for his players. we are all better for having know him.

Maureen Radford

January 18, 2009

To all the Archibald Family,

I am deeply sorry for the loss of your husband and Dad. I wish I could be at the funeral with Mike tomorrow but please know that you all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

My memories of Mr. Archibald are happy ones. He was always very welcoming and friendly to me. His warm personality made me like him instantly. He will be missed.

May God give you the strength you will need to help you through the tough days you will have in the future.

With warmest regards,
Maureen Radford

Mary Ann McCurdy McCommons

January 18, 2009

My thoughts keep going back to U.S. History class at SHS, 10th grade I think.

My family and I had just relocated to Statesville from points North.

"Mr. Archibald" would let us work on homework for a bit at the end of his class. He would drift to the window right at my desk, front left corner and he and I would chat about "the North".

He was an expert at engaging in conversation, always interested in what you had to say. For a young girl who was feeling like a fish out of water, he was a life saver")

Through the years I had the privilege of calling him Al as our worlds meshed into home town living, families growing, time moving on.

If we are lucky we have people in our worlds that touch our minds, our hearts, our souls, sometimes all three.

Al Archibald was one of these people. He has gone to claim his crown with its many stars but it is certain he will not be forgotten.

A job well done, Mr. Archibald and thanks.

SHS '61

Mac Price

January 18, 2009

"Coach was always helping those in need and always had a good word for all...Will be missed by all...

Phyllis & Bill McKinnell

January 18, 2009

Dear Crystal, We want to extend our sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Hope that knowing that others are thinking of you with love will ease some of the grief that you are feeling. Know that we care.

Most sincerely,

Phyllis & Bill McKinnell

Pat Anderson

January 18, 2009

A much loved and thought of man by his former students at SHS. He will be missed by all.

Tish (Pat) Alexander Anderson
SHS Class of 1958

Catherine Corpening

January 18, 2009

He will be remembered by his former students at SHS as a fine educator and a much loved person. He made learning fun.

Catherine Ann Royster Corpening
SHS Class of 1958

Pat Aderson

January 18, 2009

A dear man and educator. He had the admiration and respect of his students. He will be missed.

Tish (Pat) Alexander Anderson
SHS Class of 1958

Catherine Corpening

January 18, 2009

He will be remembered as a wonderful educator and a fine person. He made learning fun. A well respected and loved man by his former students at SHS.

Catherine Ann Royster Corpening
SHS class of 1958
Hickory

Barry Bost

January 17, 2009

I will always remember Coach and wrestling pratice. He was one of a kind and will remembered by many Greyhounds. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Max & Marcia Rose

January 17, 2009

Patti & Harold and Family - Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. We know your Dad(Grandfather) will be missed by all of you. We are thinking of you.

Barry Lindley

January 17, 2009

Mr Archibald was one of my favorite teachers. My name is Barry and he used to call me Barrytone because I was also a singer. I will never forget him. You are in our prayers.

Grace Henry Wiley Tucker

January 17, 2009

I'm thinking of you and your family at this time. We will always remember Mr. Archibald as a great educator.

Bob & Lenna Severs

January 17, 2009

Dear Crystal and Family

When we opened the Winston-Salem Journal this morning and saw Al's picture and obituary, the emotion in the room was palpable. We were incredulous, not wanting to believe what we read. I have been thinking about him for the past week, with every intention of making the usual January call to catch up on family news and inquire about his health. I regret that I waited too long.

Since our first meeting years ago, I have always considered Al as one of my closest friends. In fact, he was more than a friend. He was a confidant, and I shall always cherish the time I spent with him. It was an honor to have known him. Indeed, the untold number of his friends was a testiment to the kind of man he was.

As a husband, father, grandfather, coach, educator, and friend Al was a gaint of a man. He has given us a beaufiful legacy, a blessing for which we are grateful. We join with you in your grief and in the celebration of Al's life.

Our love to the entire family.

Doug Hendrix

January 17, 2009

Joe,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Doug

Charlie & Alberta Dusthimer

January 17, 2009

Patti, Harold, Joe & Andy: We are so saddened by the loss of your granddad, he was so special for all of you. We can't come to the service, but we will pray for all of you. Give our condolences to your Mom and rest of the family. We love you.

anderson sherrill jr

January 17, 2009

Our thoughts are with you at this time.

Anderson Sherrill
Jack Sherrill

Andy and Elsie Gabriel

January 17, 2009

We have very fond memories of Al while we were attending SHS during his coaching years. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob Stein

January 17, 2009

What a wonderful man, wonderful life , wonderful family.

The greatest generation for sure.

Bob and Veronica Stein and Family

Stan Forsack

January 17, 2009

Dearest Crystal Family.
Our sincerest condolences to all. May he he rest with our Father. His achievements are known to all who knew him, and he will be missed.
Marion and Stan Forsack and Family

Deacon Benjamin Roberts

January 17, 2009

Dear Crystal and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Al's passing. I remember him as a very kind, friendly, and supportive man with a great sense of humor. Be assured of my prayers for all of you at this time. May the Lord grant Al eternal rest in that Kingdom where pain and illness are no more, but only light, happiness, and peace. I will remember you all at Mass this morning.

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