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Elmo Archibald, Jr of Smithfield, NC, passed away on Thursday, February 25th at Johnston Health Hospital at the precious age of 84.
He was born on February 15, 1937 to Elmo Archibald Sr and Louiza (Price) Archibald. He was the baby boy, affectionally called “little boy” in a loving family of 9 children. Although times were hard, the mainstays of the family were laughter, a whole lot of love and mom’s unparalleled cooking. These are the foundations that Elmo embedded in his own family. A lover of school and a member of the drama club, Elmo graduated from Johnston County Training School in 1957. He pursued his ambition of being a carpenter after graduation and, with his family, built his own home at 2173 Packing Plant Road which remains the family homestead.
Elmo was a man whose loving nature and warm demeanor left an indelible impression on anyone fortunate enough to meet him. With his words, he commanded obedience, with his smile and laughter he lit up a room, with his hug he shared the love of a father. He was a dedicated Christian and member of Galilee Baptist Church, serving over 40 years as Superintendent of the Sunday School, 15+ years as a Deacon of the Church; he was a trustee, a member of the choir, finance ministry, and the list goes on.
Preceding him in death was his wife, Mary Elizabeth McClamb Archibald and his daughter Pamela Devaugh Archibald. He leaves to mourn his children, Carmen Archibald, Sharon Archibald, Jennifer Archibald Ray, (son-in-law Vincent Ray) and Cornelius Archibald; 12 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren, and a host of other family members and friends.
Walk-thru viewing
Wednesday March 3, 2021, from 2pm until 6pm at the Walter Sanders Funeral Home Chapel, 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd Smithfield, NC.
Services
for Mr. Archibald are scheduled for Thursday March 4, 2021 at Gaililee Missionary Baptist Church starting at 11:00 am. Service will be held outside the building. Facial coverings and social distancing must be adhered to.
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Family or Deceased Name: Elmo Archibald
Your Name: Joyce Wall
Email: wall.joyce82@gmail.com
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Date: 03/02/2021
Family or Deceased Name: Deacon Elmo Archibald
Your Name: Sis Danita Elliott
Email: elliottdanita@yahoo.com
Message: I am so sorry to read about the loss of your loved one. I too am a former member of Galilee Baptist Church and I remember the Archibald family as being a very kind and loving family. I pray for your strength during these difficult times a. My sincere condolences to the family. May Deacon Elmo Rest In Peace
Date: 2021
Family or Deceased Name: Elmo Archibald, Jr.
Your Name: Hope Drayton
Email: markisadog123@gmail.com
Message: I would like to extend my sincere sympathy to the family.
Another soldier is gone, but He left quite a legacy.May you find comfort in the happy memories of previous times?
May God bless and substain you during this difficult time.
Date: 3/1/21
Family or Deceased Name: Elmo Archibald
Your Name: Swayzine Archible
Email: notodaycalm@yahoo.com
Message: Hi Family my heart was very heavy this evening. I prayed and asked God to grant all of you some Peace. Know that we Love us some cousin Elmo. Forever in our memories. ππΎππΎππΎ♥οΈ
Date: 2312021
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